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Shredded Wheat factory in Welwyn Garden City to become homes

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Aerial photograph shows a large former industrial complex occupying a cleared redevelopment site. The most prominent structures include a multi-storey factory building with green-framed windows, a taller white industrial tower, and a chimney stack rising from the site. Large areas of surrounding land have been demolished or cleared, exposing bare ground and creating open spaces around the retained buildings.

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Plans approved to transform former Shredded Wheat factory in Welwyn Garden City into homes

Overview

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has approved planning permission for the redevelopment of the former Shredded Wheat factory site in Welwyn Garden City into the 'Wheat Quarter' scheme. Developed by IJM, the project will deliver 578 new homes, public open spaces, and commercial areas, including the restoration of the Grade II listed silos.

Key points

  • Planning permission has been granted by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council for the 'Wheat Quarter' development.
  • The former Shredded Wheat factory site closed in 2008 after opening 100 years ago.
  • The project includes 578 homes, comprising flats and retirement living properties.
  • Plans feature the restoration and repurposing of the Grade II listed silos into a sky bar, restaurant, and leisure space.
  • The development will provide 6.5 acres of public open space, retail units, bars, restaurants, and improvements to the nearby train station footbridge.
  • Developer IJM stated that construction works will begin immediately.
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