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Whitfield House
Glossop, South Yorkshire Housing Association Ltd

Description of Scheme

As the scheme comprises an architecturally interesting original building with some impressive internal features and a new extension it demonstrates what can be done to combine new and old. The use of the refurbished building for the main communal facilities gives it character.

The new extension was constructed using an offsite manufacture timber frame system, natural slate roof tiles and locally sourced natural stone. Maximum efficiency boilers and 'A' rated fridges, fridge freezers, washing machines and tumble dryers have been installed at the scheme.

The scheme achieved an ECO Homes Very Good rating and Secured By Design accreditation.

Secure audio visual door entry systems and warden call are a feature of each apartment and warden call pull cords are sited in the assisted bathrooms and wc's. CCTV cameras are linked to all staff offices.

Original features including oak panelling, marble fireplace and ceiling mouldings were all retained. Landscape architects and interior designers were employed to capture the charm and character of the existing house throughout the scheme.

Where Is It?

The area comprises residential housing with mainly Victorian terraces and a smaller number of semi detached properties. The area is home to quite a high number of older people and there are other sheltered schemes in the vicinity.

Residents Information

"I have found that moving to Whitfield House has allowed me to remain independent, while at the same time feeling secure and part of a community. The services available on site are great."

Key Information

Location

Glossop

Local Social Services Authority

Derbyshire

Region

National, Yorks & Humber

Year Funded

2005/6

Cost

£4.15m

DH Fund

ECH

EAC Quality of Information Mark

Yes

Proximity

Access to site fairly easy. Distances: bus stop 200 yards; shop 0.25 mile(s); post office 1 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 1.5 mile(s); social centre 0.5 mile(s).

Relevant Local Strategy

See here for the Derbyshire Extra Care Housing Strategy.

Whitfield House was the first Extra Care scheme in Derbyshire and it has proved popular. Two other Extra Care schemes were also being discussed at the time and these have now been opened.

 

Care Services

Extra Care scheme with 24 hours / 7 days), non-resident management staff and community alarm service

Facilities

  • Lift
  • Lounge
  • Sining room
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Guest facilities
  • Garden
  • Conservatory
  • Hobby room
  • Activities room
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Library

Key Features

Properties

45 flats. Sizes 1bed, 2bed. Built in 2007.

Tenure

Rent (social landlord) and Leasehold

Plans

1 Bed Flat Floorplan

2 Bed Flat Floorplan

PDF Downloads

  • Whitfield General Arrangement (pdf - 313Kb)

Address

Charlestown Road
Glossop
Derbyshire
SK13 8LB

Scheme Location Map

Partners

Housing Provider

South Yorkshire Housing Association Ltd

Architects

SYHA Architects

Care Provider

South Yorkshire Housing Association Ltd

Local Social Services Authority

Derbyshire

Developer

SYHA

Contractor

Clayfield Construction Ltd and G & J Stevenson

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