Multi-million pound Bury redevelopment underway

Phase one of a multi-million pound redevelopment in Greater Manchester will get underway in early September, following the appointment of North West-based John Turner Construction Group (JTCG).

The £7.5m project at Heathlands Village, Prestwich, Bury is part of a wider strategy to establish a centre of excellence for the care of older people at the site.

The initial stage will involve a complete remodelling of the internal communal areas and attractive new landscaping of the external space, creating a modern communal hub for residents, their families and the wider community.

Karen Phillips, CEO of social care charity The Fed, which runs Heathlands Village, said: “This project will enable us to deliver high quality, 21st century care in a state-of-the-art environment.

“Most importantly, it will allow our residents to live their lives to the full in surroundings which will enhance their wellbeing and dignity and maximise their independence.

“Following an extensive tendering process, we’re very pleased to be working in partnership with JTCG in transforming Heathlands Village, and are confident that they will help us achieve our aims.”

Nigel Sharp, operations director at John Turner Construction Group, said: “We’re delighted to have been appointed to handle this innovative project, which will have such a significant and positive impact on the lives of the many people who are cared for by The Fed.”

The new scheme has been designed by Manchester-based architects Buttress Fuller Allsop Williams, while mechanical and electrical works will be undertaken by Lewis Facilities Ltd of Oldham.

Heathlands Village is a five acre care complex which includes services for people of all ages.

The site benefits from a Children’s Centre, a Community Centre, as well as residential, nursing and end-of-life care facilities for older people. The latter includes a GP surgery, physiotherapist, hairdressing salon, village shop and recreational therapy.