A collection of newbuild homes, together with conversions of the
original buildings, in a waterside location with fabulous views.
CALA's Woodford Mill comprises a mix of four bedroom
townhouses, two and three bedroom apartments in the
old mill and yarn lofts, a charming riverside cottage and
gate house, two live/work properties and two and three
bedroom detached homes.
The development was previously home to the Early's
of Witney, blanket makers, and has been a community
landmark for over 180 years. It originally dates back to
the Domesday Book.The Mill had lain vacant for years
and become not only an eyesore, but also dangerous.
The site is listed in a conservation area and is in a unique
waterside setting with associated environmental impact.
Acknowledging the importance of the site both
historically and with the local community, CALA
wanted to retain and enhance the original elements of
the site. CALA worked closely with English Heritage, local
historians, planning authorities and environmental agencies
to preserve the historical and environmental value.
All the original buildings were retained and refurbished
into impressive residential homes with all the natural
features and stone detail restored.The Grade II listed
four storey Mill building was not only retained, but
rebuilt to exacting standards.
It is also home to a heritage centre to ensure that the
development remains a part of the local community.
The existing chimney on the site was renovated as a
landmark feature.All the newbuild homes are designed
to reflect the original buildings.
Ecological works have been carried out along with
improvements to the adjacent meadowlands and the
banks of the River Windrush.The Mill races have been
opened up, having been covered in the last century.
CALA has refurbished the Mill race embankments
and has created new natural habitats for wildlife
including future provision of otter holts and re-grading
embankments to provide shelves for water voles.
New bridges and quayside features have been
reinstated with a cycle route.
At Woodford Mill, CALA has restored a site of historical
and ecological importance and created impressive new
homes in keeping with existing buildings.