On the eastern edge of Swindon, adjacent to Liden and Dorcan, 5km from the town centre, bordered by Wanborough to the east.

Arable farmland, intensively farmed with limited landscape features.

Yes. A Science Park was proposed in 2018 but refused and dismissed at appeal due to landscape and character concerns.

Approximately 275 new homes with up to 30% affordable housing, a community hub, public square, and significant green and recreational space.

Unlike the previous plans, this is a much smaller residential-led scheme with a focus on green infrastructure, placemaking and maintaining non-coalescence between Swindon and Wanborough. It directly responds to concerns raised during the appeal by preserving green buffers and ensuring a landscape-led design.

Swindon Borough Council cannot currently demonstrate a five-year housing supply. With a local need of nearly 1,200 homes per year, this development will help meet demand.

Yes. Up to 30% of homes will be affordable, with a mix of tenures including affordable rent, shared ownership and first-time buyer options.

By keeping the southern and eastern edges free from development, creating green buffers and biodiversity habitats.

At least 10% biodiversity net gain through habitats, tree planting, and green corridors.

The restoration route runs through the site and would be safeguarded, offering scenic views and a new public walking route.

Vehicle access will be from The Marsh, which would benefit from junction improvements, alongside pedestrian and cycle connections to Swindon and Wanborough.

Yes. It is close to the A419, M4 and Swindon town centre (10 minutes by car, 25 minutes by bus, 24 minutes by cycle).

A new community hub, public square, play areas, allotments and large areas of green open space.

Construction jobs, increased local spending and Section 106 contributions to support schools, healthcare and infrastructure.