We are once again bringing festive cheer to Southampton as the proud local sponsor of this year’s highly anticipated Christmas pantomime at Mayflower Theatre, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan.

We have committed to being local sponsors for the second consecutive year, having proudly supported last year’s pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk. Some of our team and Mayflower’s Events and Sponsorship Manager, met the cast earlier this month at Mayflower Theatre’s official pantomime launch day.

Mark White, Managing Director of Bargate, said: “Pantomime is all about magic, laughter and the joy of never quite growing up, and that’s why it means so much to us to support Mayflower Theatre’s Christmas tradition. Our focus at Bargate is on creating homes and communities where memories can be made, just as this year’s The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan brings families together for an unforgettable adventure. We’re thrilled to continue our sponsorship and play our part in keeping this festive spirit alive for Southampton.”

Michael Ockwell, Chief Executive of Mayflower said “We are delighted that Bargate have once again invested in our magical pantomime spectacular which is produced by the world’s biggest producer Crossroads Pantomimes. Bargate’s generous sponsorship of this year’s production helps us to provide inspiring experiences to Southampton audiences and the next generation of theatregoers.”

The Mayflower’s pantomime sponsorship is just one of the many causes we proudly support across Hampshire. Bargate is equally committed to backing local community initiatives, grassroots clubs, and professional sports teams together with their affiliated charities. Through this ongoing support, we aim to strengthen the communities where we build, operate, and where we ourselves call home.

Sarah Taylor, 43, her teenage daughter Callie and their much-loved pets have moved to Bargate’s Heritage Place development in Eastleigh, after purchasing one of our Belvedere homes.

Heritage Place is part of the award-winning 120-acre North Stoneham Park scheme and marks the final phase of this prestigious development. Set on a former deer park on the outskirts of Eastleigh, Southampton, the £97 million new community is delivering 322 eco-friendly family homes, with prices ranging from £485,000 to £715,000.

The Taylors’ semi-detached, four-bedroom house features an open-plan kitchen and dining area with double doors that open onto the garden, a separate living room, and a garage with off-street parking. Upstairs, there’s a principal bedroom with an ensuite, two double bedrooms, a single bedroom or study, and a family bathroom.

Sarah, a finance manager, shared her story: “My daughter and I had been living in a three-bedroom end-of-terrace house in Knightwood, Chandlers Ford, for several years. Over time, we began to outgrow the space, especially with our pets – two dogs and a cat. We started thinking about needing more room and considered either extending our current home or moving to a larger one.

“One day, out of curiosity, I noticed the Heritage Place development being advertised and decided to check it out. I’d heard of Bargate before and had looked them up – they had a solid reputation for high-quality homes and excellent customer service.

“The moment Callie and I stepped inside one of the homes, we both knew it was perfect for us. At the time, I wasn’t in a position to make the move, so I left thinking, ‘If I won the lottery, this would be the house I’d buy.’ I didn’t feel the need to look anywhere else.

“Then, due to unexpected circumstances, I came into some inheritance. Suddenly, our dream home at Heritage Place was within reach, and my daughter and I were over the moon with excitement.

“We reserved the home in early November, expecting to move in by the New Year. Thanks to Bargate, the entire process was incredibly smooth. They offered a Part-Exchange option for our previous home, which made everything effortless. By December 18th, we were moved in and ready to spend Christmas in our beautiful new home – it was truly fantastic.

“The house itself is spacious, with a large hallway that’s a breath of fresh air. My dad, who uses a wheelchair, can finally visit us without any trouble, something he couldn’t do in our old home because of the tight spaces. The high ceilings and wider rooms have made a world of difference.

“Heritage Place is also in a wonderful location. With our dogs, it’s been a joy as we no longer need to drive to go for walks. We can simply stroll from our front door into the woods just opposite, or to nearby Lakeside Country Park. In fact, we love it here so much, we got another puppy this summer to add to the family – a beautiful black Labrador. She’s settled in so well and we’re all making the most of our new surroundings.

“My daughter’s school is still the same distance as before, but we’re now closer to the college she plans to attend in a few years. Plus, being so close to a bus stop and mainline train station, Callie loves the fact that she can travel easily with friends to places like Southampton, Winchester, Basingstoke or Bournemouth. She has more freedom, is very happy her, and I must say it’s a huge benefit to me as a working parent, especially in the school holidays.

Talking about the customer care with Bargate, Sarah continues: “The entire process with Bargate has been seamless. The sales team was exceptional – there wasn’t a single question they couldn’t answer or a request they couldn’t fulfil. Even after purchasing the house and before the move, I would occasionally drop by without an appointment to measure rooms for furniture, and they were always welcoming and helpful. 

“I’ve had such a positive experience and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Bargate to any of my friends or family.”

The location at Heritage Place offers excellent transport links by road and by rail, with Southampton Parkway Station just a short walk away, providing direct trains to London Waterloo in just over an hour. The mainline also connects to other key commuter destinations, including Southampton, Bournemouth, Winchester, Guildford and Portsmouth. For car users, Junction 5 of the M27 motorway, which links the southeast and southwest, as well as the M3 to London, is conveniently close to the development.

To see the latest homes available at Heritage Place, click here. Part-Exchange and Bargate Assist packages are available to qualifying purchasers.

Following the successful launch of our refreshed Bargate brand identity earlier this year, we have now completed the second phase of our rebrand rollout, bringing the new look and feel directly into the homes of our customers.

After transforming our developments with bold new marketing banners and relaunching our website, we have taken the next step by reaching out to our homeowners in a more personal way. Hundreds of customers received a thoughtfully designed branded gift box delivered to their home, containing a bespoke keyring with our new-look logo to mark their Bargate home journey.

Andrew French, Bargate’s Sales & Marketing Director, commented: “This customer-focused gesture reflects our company’s commitment to making people feel at home from day one, and underlines our philosophy behind the rebrand. We’re always looking at ways to elevate the homeowner experience while staying true to Bargate’s roots as a locally focused, design-led housebuilder.”

The rollout of the rebrand continues to be embedded across all touchpoints, from digital to physical, showcasing Bargate’s evolution as a forward-thinking developer without losing sight of our signature attention to detail.

We are incredibly proud to announce that we have extended our partnership with Southampton Football Club for the 2025/26 season. The enhanced partnership will see Bargate become Official New Homes Partner across the club, as well as the Official Back of Shorts Partner for the club’s Women’s First Team. We will also continue to support Saints Foundation as a Corporate Patron.

This announcement follows two successful years working together with Southampton FC, in which we have backed key local initiatives, such as funding 100 free places at SFC Soccer Schools for Pupil Premium children and redeveloping The Bargate Sensory Room at St Mary’s Stadium. These campaigns saw both our organisations recognised at the UK Sponsorship Awards, shortlisted in the category for “Social Purpose – Community Engagement”.

We recently unveiled a major rebrand that puts thoughtful design, craftsmanship, community, place and purpose at its heart, a move that mirrors our commitment to building locally with meaning. Rooted in Hampshire, we are dedicated to creating communities where people feel connected, much like our ongoing collaboration with Southampton FC and Saints Foundation. The new visual identity will be rolled out alongside Southampton FC this season, featured pitch-side at St Mary’s Stadium and proudly displayed on the back of the Women’s First Team’s shorts.

Mark White, Managing Director, said: “As a Hampshire-based housebuilder, we take huge pride in supporting our communities, and our partnership with Southampton Football Club is an extension of that. Whether it’s backing grassroots football, creating safe spaces for fans with autism or disabilities, or promoting sport and health to young and elderly people through the Saints Foundation, our values are perfectly aligned. Sponsoring the Women’s First Team is a meaningful next step that reflects our shared belief in equal opportunity and visibility across all areas of the game.”

Greg Baker, Chief Revenue Officer of Southampton Football Club, said: “We’re thrilled to be growing our partnership with Bargate. They have been fantastic supporters of the club and the local community throughout the last two years.

“Our organisations share an ambition to support the local community, which has been highlighted perfectly by some of the key projects that we’ve been able to deliver together already, such as The Bargate Sensory Room and the free places on our Soccer Schools for Pupil Premium eligible children.

“We’re excited to see the new Bargate brand pitch-side at St Mary’s Stadium and on the back of our women’s first team shorts, as well as continuing to collaborate on impactful campaigns off-the-pitch.”

Bargate has proudly welcomed three promising graduates from the local area into key roles across our design, development and planning departments at our Hampshire head office. The latest investment in graduate recruits signals our long-term commitment to addressing the construction sector’s escalating skills shortage. 

Felicity Jenkinson‑Hutchison from Hedge End and Jenni Hardy from Salisbury have joined the business as Design & Development Graduates, while Elise Hutton from Petersfield has joined the Land & Planning team as a Graduate Planner. Each brings fresh perspectives, creativity, and determination to help deliver the homes local communities need.

Mark White, Bargate’s Managing Director, said: “The construction industry continues to face a skills shortage, while the government’s target is to build 1.5 million new homes in England. There is much work to be done to encourage new talent to increase the workflow of these new homes. We are proud that our talented graduates are actively responding to the government’s call for new homes, working right across the pre-construction complexities of residential development.”

Felicity Jenkinson‑Hutchison, a University of Portsmouth graduate in Property Development BSc, has recently started working on the upcoming Southleigh Park site. Having previously worked at a national housebuilder, she brings experience and a fresh perspective. Felicity said, “I’ve already learnt so much – the role here has opened my eyes to the full complexity of pre-construction. It’s exciting to be growing alongside Bargate as the business itself evolves.”

Jenni Hardy, who studied Interior Architecture & Design at the University for Creative Arts in Farnham, joined Bargate in May and is already contributing to a range of active projects, including its new development in Pagham, Marlow Walk in Warsash, and Heritage Place, North Stoneham Park. Jenni said, “This has been a steep and exciting learning curve – everything is new, and I’m gaining hands-on experience from day one.”

Elise Hutton graduated from the University of Liverpool with a degree in Geography and joined Bargate in March. She is now working closely with the Land and Planning team, supporting new sites including Whiteparish and Medstead. Elise said, “Planning was a leap into the unknown for me, but I’ve found an incredibly supportive team and a role that’s both challenging and rewarding.”

As part of its wider talent strategy, Bargate is committed to creating a sustainable, skilled workforce. The company works closely with suppliers to ensure they have the business visibility to train apprentices, and it actively engages with schools to raise awareness of the broad range of careers available in the construction sector.

Mark White, added: “It is immensely rewarding to see young people from the local community working on our live developments, but the whole industry needs a better, more reliable workflow to make construction a more attractive proposition for career choices.”

For further information about our Bargate family, values, and championing local talent, click here.

Bargate has held its very first company-wide Strategy Day recently, bringing together the full management team for a day of updates, ambition, and plenty of fun. 

Hosted at the Chilworth Manor Hotel, the day featured departmental presentations from all directors, sharing insights on recent achievements – including the highest number of homes delivered in Bargate’s history, entering into our 20th year and a complete brand relaunch with new-look website – team updates, and a forward look into the year ahead with clear goals and targets set.

The entire leadership team – Mark White, Steve Birch, Rachel Davies, Matt Prout, Mike Sneddon, Mick Hanson, Andrew French, Tom Evans, Lisa Green, and Out There HR – took to the stage to offer transparency, clarity, and motivation as Bargate sets its sights on the new financial year. The energy in the room was high, and so were the expectations!

After a well-earned lunch, teams headed into Southampton for a fiercely competitive and entertaining treasure hunt, finishing the day with collaboration and a good laugh.

Reflecting on the day, Managing Director Mark White said: “This was an important moment for Bargate. As we grow, it’s vital we stay connected as a team and keep everyone aligned. The openness, energy, and ambition on display made it a standout day and I want to thank absolutely everyone at Bargate for their hard work. 

“Despite a tough market, we’ve delivered 250 homes – our highest ever – while maintaining our high standards with a five-star rating in the Home Builders Federation (HBF) Customer Satisfaction Survey. That’s a huge achievement and a credit to the dedication of the whole team. 

“What’s more, with live planning applications representing a gross development value of around £460 million, we’re in a strong position. This Strategy Day was the perfect opportunity to celebrate how far we’ve come – and set our sights firmly on what’s next.”

The event was such a success, Bargate has confirmed the Strategy Day will now become an annual fixture in the calendar.

Our last and final home is available at our sought-after Norton Chase development in Lovedean, near Waterlooville, Hampshire  – and it’s the standout of the collection. The four-bedroom show home, complete with landscaped garden and premium finishes throughout, is currently available for £600,000.

Home 1, The Robin is thoughtfully designed for modern family living, featuring a spacious kitchen/diner complete with Quartz worktops and integrated NEFF appliances, a separate study, and a light-filled lounge with bay window. Upstairs, the luxurious principal bedroom includes both a private en-suite and a dedicated dressing room, with two further double bedrooms and one single, plus a family bathroom. 

The home also benefits from a landscaped garden, garage, and block brick driveway, all set within the peaceful and well-connected Norton Chase development. Purchasers can also take advantage of our Bargate’s Assist scheme, which helps purchasers from valuing their current property right through to selling their home. 

Matthew Lunney, Sales & Marketing Manager at Bargate, said: “This is a rare opportunity to purchase not only the final home at Norton Chase, but one of the finest. We’ve seen incredible interest in this development thanks to its rural charm, modern specification, and great location near the South Downs. The final home is the perfect blend of comfort and quality; it won’t be available for long.”

Norton Chase comprises 43 individually designed homes surrounded by landscaped open space. The development prioritises energy efficiency with EPC B ratings and easy access to amenities. Situated near key transport routes, local schools and shops, it offers countryside living with convenience.

For further information and to arrange a viewing for The Robin, register your interest here.

We’re pleased to share that we have secured Outline planning permission for our proposed new housing development in the picturesque Hampshire village of Goodworth Clatford. The 2.9-hectare site, located on Barrow Hill, will deliver up to 40 homes, including 40% affordable housing, alongside new public open space.

This sustainable development will make a meaningful contribution to addressing local demand for affordable homes and directly respond to Test Valley’s housing land supply shortfall. Our mixed-tenure community will provide a variety of open-market housing options to suit first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers, while the affordable housing will be delivered by VIVID, a not-for-profit affordable housing provider and the owner of Bargate Homes.

The proposals reflect our commitment to creating sustainable, high-quality housing developments. Each home will be built to a high EPC rating, ensuring energy efficiency that helps reduce carbon footprints and lowers household running costs for our future residents. Our designs also include thoughtfully landscaped spaces, rewilding initiatives, and new planting to enhance biodiversity and support natural habitats across the site.

Mark White, our Managing Director at Bargate Homes, said: “We are delighted to receive Outline planning approval for this site in Goodworth Clatford, a location steeped in character and surrounded by beautiful Hampshire countryside. This development will not only help to address the pressing need for affordable housing but also create a sustainable community with access to local amenities, open green spaces, and strong transport links. 

“One of our last Test Valley developments, The Landings in Over Wallop, was completed in 2017 and was a huge success with the local community. We’re confident this will be the same – our vision is to deliver beautifully crafted homes that benefit both the residents and the environment, contributing to the local area for years to come.”

Our plans for the site align with the 20-minute neighbourhood concept, ensuring that local facilities, employment opportunities, and schools are within a short walk, cycle, or drive. Future residents will benefit from being close to key village amenities, including a primary school, post office, shops, play area, adjacent allotments, and the Queen Elizabeth II Recreation Ground.

The development is also strategically located with excellent connectivity to nearby Andover, just three miles away, which offers train services to London Waterloo and major towns including Basingstoke, Winchester, and Southampton. The A303 is just a short drive away, linking to the national motorway network.

Our proposals feature a tree-lined entrance for vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians via Barrow Hill, and a mix of one to four-bedroom homes, with parking and extensive public open space.

We’re currently preparing a Reserved Matters application in collaboration with our consultant team for submission next year.

We’re proud to share that we’ve donated £5,000 to Victory Hall in Warsash to support essential facility upgrades. Our funding will specifically contribute to the provision of a new accessible toilet within the foyer, ensuring all hall users can benefit from improved facilities.

Located in the heart of the scenic village of Warsash, Victory Hall has been a vital hub for local events, social gatherings, and recreational activities for 50 years. However, recent assessments highlighted the need for improvements, particularly the addition of an accessible toilet that is easily reached by all users. Our contribution will help fund these vital enhancements, ensuring the hall continues to serve as an inclusive space for the community.

Mark White, our Managing Director, said: “We are committed to supporting the communities where we build, and we’re pleased to contribute towards these facility upgrades at Victory Hall. With our nearby Rivercross development in Warsash, it’s important to us that we play a role in strengthening local amenities for both new and long-standing residents.”

Mike Ford, Trustee of Victory Hall, said: “The donation from Bargate Homes is a fantastic boost to our improvement efforts. The addition of a fully accessible toilet and the upgrade of existing facilities will make a real difference for our users. We’re incredibly grateful to Bargate Homes for their support in maintaining and enhancing this valued community space.”

Victory Hall is undergoing a phased programme of improvements. The work includes a new accessible toilet in the foyer, upgrades to the existing toilet facilities, and additional general storage. Construction is set to begin at the end of March, with completion expected in the summer.

The hall is located less than a mile from our flagship and award-winning Rivercross development. Located off Brook Lane, this idyllic community features a range of two- to four-bedroom energy-efficient new homes, all in a sought-after coastal location.