The purpose of this consultation is to seek the views of community representatives and local residents on our draft proposals for the provision of up to 140 homes and extensive new public open space on land at Redlands Farm, Weymouth following the site's allocation for development in the Weymouth Neighbourhood Plan.
The proposals are to be progressed as an Outline Planning Application setting out the broad principles for the development of the site, not detailed matters such as architecture, design and site layout, the exception being access.
The site, which extends to around 12.2 hectares (ha) is located to the south of our existing Nottington Park development, Phase 2 of which is currently under construction, with Phase 3 due to commence in Spring 2027. This site effectively represents Phase 4.
Founded over 80 years ago C G Fry is a family-owned regional housebuilder based in West Dorset, operating across the southwest from Cornwall to Hampshire and currently building around 300 houses a year.
The Company is in the ownership and control of the Managing Director, Philip Fry, and employs around 200 people across many disciplines from site operatives to professional design, surveying, planning and project management staff.
We have delivered high quality schemes in and around Dorset, with Phase 2 of Nottington Park currently under construction on land to the north. Another local example is our Chesil Reach development in Chickerell. We are also proud to be one of three developers delivering Poundbury, working in partnership with the Duchy of Cornwall.
C G Fry & Son seek to deliver outstanding homes in developments that will leave a legacy for future generations to enjoy. Craftsmanship and quality have always been the hallmarks of our work, earning the Company an enviable reputation.
Further details of our history and examples of our developments are included on our website www.cgfry.co.uk
Land at Redlands Farm is allocated for around 150 dwellings under Policy W21 of the adopted Weymouth Neighbourhood Plan (January 2026), as such the principle of the development of the site has been established.
Policy W21 notes that that development should be in accordance with a comprehensive masterplan.
Extensive desktop and site survey work has been undertaken to inform the masterplanning process to date, as summarised on the plan below.
The proposals will deliver up to 140 new homes, providing a mix of sizes and tenures, contributing to the housing needs of the area.
The proposed quantum and tenure of affordable housing will be subject to the outcome of a financial viability assessment which will be submitted in support of the Outline Planning Application, in accordance with Policy W21 of the Weymouth Neighbourhood Plan.
The Illustrative Masterplan shows how the development might be laid out.
EcologyA comprehensive set of ecological surveys have been carried out to inform the proposals including Bat, Dormouse, Breeding Bird and Reptile surveys.
Landscape and Open SpaceThe draft Landscape Masterplan focusses on enhancing the natural environment and providing attractive, accessible greenspaces for everyone. Key features include:
The site is located with good access to a range of existing services and facilities within Weymouth and the surrounding area. Local shops, schools, community facilities, public open space and recreational opportunities are accessible with connections to the wider settlement provided by existing routes and public transport.
Accessibility Plan
Multi-modal (vehicular / cycle / pedestrian) access to the site is intended via an extension of the internal street network of the consented Phase 3 Nottington Park development to the north. This in turn provides access to Dorchester Road through the constructed junction.
Plan showing multi-modal connection to site from Nottington Park Phase 3
A series of pedestrian connections are also proposed to the wider area via the existing Public Right of Way (PRoW) network, including PRoW S1/61 which will be integrated into the scheme proposals on its existing alignment.
The development is expected to generate 71 two-way vehicular movements in the AM peak hour and 62 two-way vehicular movements in the PM peak hour.
This equates to just over one additional vehicular movement per minute in the peak hours.
The site falls entirely within fluvial (river) Flood Zone 1 (low risk to flooding) – land in this category, relates to all land in the country that is not in the higher zones 2 or 3.
Surface water runoff generated by the development will be attenuated on site with Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) as part of a comprehensive drainage strategy. This will primarily comprise open basins, integrated within the open space on the western slope, which will store water before discharging to a ditch to the west. A series of shallow green swales will run along the southern edge of the site, connecting into the southern basin. These features provide multiple benefits including water quality treatment, biodiversity enhancement and amenity value.
Example CG Fry & Son homes fronting a swale in Woodlands, Mere.
The SuDS strategy will also capture and manage an existing area of surface water flooding around the former farm buildings on the site, caused by a localised depression in the ground.
Example images of ‘leaky dams’ integrated into landscape
The development will mitigate the impacts of climate change, providing betterment over undeveloped conditions whereby the rate of discharge of surface water from the site would continue to increase as climate change occurs. This approach protects the development from flooding throughout its lifetime whilst also offering a reduced flood risk to the neighbouring catchment.
Dorset Council declared a climate and ecological emergency in 2021 and has subsequently adopted their Natural Environment, Climate and Ecology Strategy (recently ‘refreshed’). The strategy is focused on three pillars:
C G Fry & Son believe that building a home with a low energy demand is the best long-term way to deal with high CO2 emissions and fuel bills. The efficiency of the “building envelope” is key to this.
Average annual energy costs for a new build home are £1,574, compared with £1,995 for the average older home (EPC D).
Source: https://www.hbf.co.uk/policy/wattasave (FEB 2026)
| Policy W21 design objective | Proposed response for illustrative masterplan |
|---|---|
 Landscape-led development and settlement integration | The proposals retain existing hedgerows and incorporate substantial new landscaping, including tree-lined streets and paths and a network of connected and sequenced open spaces. Together, these measures help integrate the development into its landscape setting and establish a strong landscape-led structure. |
 Sensitive and well-defined settlement edge | Development is carefully positioned within the site, with new landscape screening helping to minimise visual impact, particularly in views towards the Wey Valley and from the wider landscape. Existing exposed rear boundaries are enclosed and strengthened in accordance with Secure by Design principles, creating a more consistent and well-defined settlement edge. |
 Appropriate scale, massing and building heights | Buildings are predominantly two storeys in height, with the potential for occasional dwellings to utilise roof space to create a two-and-a-half-storey appearance. This provides variety within the roofspace and street scenes while maintaining an appropriate overall scale and reinforcing placemaking objectives. |
 Protection of neighbouring amenity and heritage setting | New development is carefully sited and arranged to protect the amenity, privacy and outlook of neighbouring properties. Appropriate boundary treatments and landscape planting provide additional screening and help create a sensitive relationship with existing homes and the surrounding heritage context set by the adjacent Conservation Area. |
 Connected and legible movement network | A clear and coherent street network connects new homes with the neighbouring phases of Nottington Park, creating a logical extension to the emerging development and providing onward connections towards existing neighbourhood services, facilities, open spaces and community destinations within Weymouth. |
 Walking, cycling and sustainable travel | Safe, attractive and direct pedestrian and cycle routes are provided throughout the development, with connections to the wider network and local community facilities. Existing public rights of way are retained and positively incorporated into the movement and landscape framework. |
 Integrated green infrastructure and public open space | Play areas, play on the way trials, and public amenity space are integrated throughout the development, with their location and layout designed to maximise accessibility, activity and passive surveillance. A significant area of new public open space is also provided to the west, linking with the proposed development and forming part of the wider green infrastructure network. |
 Ecology, woodland and biodiversity enhancement | The landscape strategy incorporates new habitat opportunities alongside attenuation features and broadleaved woodland planting. The woodland character responds to the nearby coppices and strengthens ecological connectivity across the site. |
 Sustainable drainage and climate resilience | Landscape and drainage strategies work together to manage surface water sustainably, minimise flood risk and reduce impacts on local watercourses. Swales, natural infiltration areas and integrated attenuation features form part of the site’s wider landscape and ecological strategy. |
 High-quality, safe and inclusive residential environment | The proposals balance housing delivery with landscape, amenity, movement, parking, open space and ecological considerations to create a high-quality, sustainable and inclusive neighbourhood. CG Fry & Son’s established commitment to high-quality design, materials and locally distinctive architectural responses will inform the detailed design, creating a development with a strong sense of place and a positive relationship with its surroundings. |
Design Principles: Landscape
In addition to the provision of on-site affordable housing, public open space & play areas, as part of any planning permission that may be granted by Dorset Council, financial contributions will be made to a number of local infrastructure improvements through what are referred to as planning obligations.
These are secured by the Council through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and via a legal agreement known as a S106 agreement which also covers other matters such as the future management and maintenance of any communal areas within the development, including the open space.
While the level and type of contributions will be agreed in consultation with Dorset Council it is currently envisaged they may include financial contributions towards:
As well as the provision of affordable housing and extensive areas of new public open space, our current developments at Nottington Park and Chesil Reach in Chickerell will result in financial contributions in excess of £3.6m towards local infrastructure.
The proposals will deliver Weymouth Neighbourhood Plans allocation at Redlands Farm, providing:
We will carefully consider the comments and issues that are raised and aim to address them as far as possible through our outline planning application submission to Dorset Council.
The application will be supported by a number of technical studies including:
*(Subject to planning and subsequent technical approval process)
Thank you for taking the time to look at our draft proposals for the site. Please fill in the comments form if you have any questions.
Please let us have your feedback by 5pm on Wednesday 11th November 2026
C G Fry and Son understands that it is not just homes that we are delivering, but places that provide opportunities for communities to thrive. We pride ourselves on delivering well designed and beautiful homes that meet the needs of present and future generations.
Please send your feedback by using the comment form below by 5pm on Wednesday 11th November 2026.
We will carefully consider the comments and issues that are raised and aim to address them as far as possible through our outline planning application submission to Dorset Council.