New Homes And Leisure Facilities To Be Developed In Nantwich

Proposals to build new homes and leisure facilities on derelict gas work sites in Nantwich have been given the green light.

The St Anne's Lane Gasworks has stood derelict for a quarter of a century and has been used by the town as a car park for the local community.

However, Housing Minister Brandon Lewis confirmed that he was waiving repayment of a £400,000 bill to enable Cheshire East council to put forward a scheme creating new homes, leisure facilities and jobs.


He said: "St Anne’s Lane should be a real draw for local people, offering places to live and meet. Instead, it's stood derelict for a quarter of a century, offering nothing more than somewhere to park.

"So I'm pleased to make this common sense decision and waive a £400,000 bill, so Cheshire East Council can get on and start work on the site, delivering homes and other leisure facilities."

(CD/MH)