Construction is officially underway at the Valley Oaks development in Winscombe, where much-needed new affordable homes will be delivered for local people.
The development is a partnership between West of England housing association Alliance Homes and Woodstock Homes, and will provide 68 new homes in total, with 32 of them affordable. Funded through a combination of Alliance Homes finance and Homes England grant, the affordable homes have been carefully designed to meet the needs of the local community.
The development will offer a range of one- to four-bedroom properties, available through shared ownership, social rent, and affordable rent. All homes at Valley Oaks will achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) A rating, helping to reduce running costs for residents.
Each property will include a range of low-carbon, energy-efficient features, such as solar panels and air source heat pumps, as well as electric vehicle charging points.
To mark the start of construction, representatives from Alliance Homes, Woodstock Homes, and North Somerset Council attended the site, including Alliance Homes Chair Simon MacSorley, Alliance Homes New Homes Manager Helen Napierski, North Somerset Councillor Joe Tristram, and Woodstock Homes Managing Director James Hutchinson and Operations Director Wayne Cole.
“We’re delighted to see construction start at Valley Oaks. This development is made possible through a strong partnership between Alliance Homes, Woodstock Homes, and North Somerset Council, all united by our common ambition to deliver sustainable, affordable housing that meets the needs of current and future residents.”
— Simon MacSorley, Chair, Alliance Homes
“I am really pleased to see the delivery of new affordable homes moving forward. These much-needed properties will give local families the opportunity to put down roots and build their futures within our community.”
— Councillor Joe Tristram, North Somerset Council
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with Alliance Homes on the Valley Oaks development. At Woodstock Homes, we are focused on delivering well-designed, low-carbon homes within thriving communities, and Valley Oaks is a strong example of that approach.”
— James Hutchinson, Managing Director, Woodstock Homes
Construction is progressing well, with the first homes expected to be ready by winter 2026.
