Stanley renews support for The Wellspring this festive season

We’re proud to announce Stanley has once again chosen to support local homelessness support organisation The Wellspring as our 2025 festive charity partner.

Established in 1991 and based in Stockport, The Wellspring is a vital lifeline for people without a home or those who are at risk of losing their home.

Its dedicated team offers practical resources, compassionate support and tailored guidance to help individuals rebuild their lives. It does this by responding to a combination of issues surrounding housing, physical and mental health, domestic abuse, substance misuse, debt and unemployment.

Having provided a financial donation to the charity in 2024, Stanley has become even more familiar with the outstanding care and support Wellspring provides and we decided to support the charity again this year.

Chris Curtis, director of Stanley, comments: “The Wellspring’s mission of ‘Building Futures Beyond Homelessness’ is something that resonates strongly with us.

“Whether it’s through our focus on boosting the supply of affordable homes, or small acts of kindness and support such as this, we want to play our part in creating a more hopeful future for people who are trying so desperately to turn their life around.”

To discover more about the work of the charity or make your own donation visit the Wellspring website.

Work gets underway on phase two at Lancots Lane

Stanley Land and Homes has started work on the second phase of a major housing-led regeneration scheme in St Helens.

Stanley was granted planning approval last month for a further 32 affordable homes and 55,000sq ft of commercial space at Lancots Lane.

The homes are being developed in partnership with Jigsaw Homes Group and will add to the 168 new affordable homes we are already developing at the former glassworks site on behalf of housing provider Torus, as well as 28 recently completed homes for Jigsaw at nearby Baxters Lane.

Chris Curtis, a director at Stanley Land and Homes, said: “We’re proud once again to be working in partnership with Jigsaw Homes to deliver new affordable housing opportunities in the North West.

“This is our ninth scheme with Jigsaw, a trusted and respected RP partner who we’ve built a longstanding relationship with – one that is providing vital new affordable homes and supporting regeneration in our communities.

“We’d like to applaud the planning team at St Helens Council for their support and collaboration in helping us shape and deliver a development that’s creating major benefits for the area. We have a strong pipeline of schemes coming forward, both in St Helens and the wider North West and can’t wait to get on with delivering them.”

The additional homes at Lancots Lane will provide a mix of two, three and four-bedroom affordable homes.

The scheme is being built out by contractor Holmpatrick Developments and the project team for also includes MPSL Planning and Design (architect), Primas Law (legal advisors), Alan Johnston Partnership (engineers), and Hive Land and Planning (planning consultant).

Stanley submits planning application for 30 new affordable homes in Eccles

Stanley Land and Homes has submitted a planning application to create 30 new affordable homes in Eccles, Salford.

Being developed in partnership with registered provider ForHousing, the scheme of one and two-bedroom apartments is proposed for land off the A57 Liverpool Road and Alexandra Road.

The site was formerly home to St Patricroft Methodist Church which has been unused since its closure in 2020. The planning application follows a successful community consultation event held by Stanley and ForHousing in July.

Stanley’s proposed development would see the creation of two separate buildings of 15 apartments with a communal resident garden and seating area, as well as a resident parking court.

The scheme would provide 100 per cent affordable housing, contributing towards efforts to alleviate the acute demand for one and two-bedroom affordable homes in Salford.

Stanley Land and Homes Eccles scheme

Chris Curtis, director of Stanley Land and Homes, said: “There is a distinct shortage of this type of affordable accommodation in Salford with around 5,000 people in the area on the housing waiting list for a one or two-bedroom apartment.

“We’re proud to be working in partnership with ForHousing to bring forward an application for this much needed development, which will provide modern, energy efficient homes in a sustainable brownfield location that’s close to local shops and services.”

The proposal for the development emphasises quality in both design and specification of materials. A low wall and railings will create a neatly landscaped site boundary, while the development also features electric vehicle charging, cycle storage and secure bin storage areas.

Stanley gets approval for second phase of homes at St Helens regeneration scheme

Stanley Land and Homes has been granted planning approval for second phase of new homes at a landmark regeneration scheme in St Helens.

Construction work began on 168 new homes on a former glassworks site at Lancots Lane in the Sutton area of St Helens in February 2024.

Stanley is partnering with housing provider Torus on phase one of the development which has been named The Glassworks and offers a mix of two, three and four-bedroom homes for shared ownership and affordable rent.

Stanley has now been granted planning permission for an additional 32 homes and a 55,000 sq ft B8 commercial unit that will complete the redevelopment of the 18-acre brownfield site.

The company also recently completed 28 homes at nearby Baxters Lane in St Helens on behalf of Jigsaw Homes Group, meaning Stanley will have built 228 new homes in the area once phase 2 of the scheme at Lancots Lane completes.

Neil Hughes, a director at Stanley Land and Homes, said: “This important planning approval means we can now go ahead and complete the regeneration of this former industrial site in its entirety, renewing the area with affordable homes that enjoy the highest standards of urban design and quality.

“The whole project has been a great example of what can be achieved with brownfield affordable housing regeneration when you have a collaborative team all working in partnership.”

The project team for Phase 2 at Lancots Lane includes MPSL Planning and Design (architect), Alan Johnston Partnership (engineers), Hive (planning consultant) and Primas Law (legal). The scheme will be built out by contractor Holmpatrick Developments.

Stanley supports grass roots girls’ football team with shirt sponsorship

Stanley Land and Homes is proud to announce we have agreed to be a shirt sponsor of Pexhill Atletico – a girls junior football team based in Widnes.

Stanley has sponsored the team’s new grey and white kit for the 2025/26 season.

The club, which forms part of Pex Hill Junior Football Club, plays in the Liverpool FA County Girls U11 League on Saturdays and the Warrington U12 Girls League on Sundays.

Neil Hughes, director of Stanley, said: “Shirt sponsorships have always been a lifeline for grass roots football teams, with local businesses enabling the supply of new kit and easing the pressure on a club’s precious finances.

“I always remember when I played football as a kid the feeling of stepping out in a brand-new strip, so it’s great to now be in a position to return the favour and sponsor a kit of our own. We’re proud to be backing Pexhill Atletico and we wish them good luck for the coming season.”

Pictured with the new kit is Pexhill Atletico’s Mia.

Stanley consults community on Eccles affordable housing scheme

Stanley Land and Homes has held a successful community consultation event for a proposed scheme of new affordable homes in Eccles, Salford.

The development of 30 one and two-bedroom apartments is proposed for land off the A57 Liverpool Road and Alexandra Road, formerly home to the now closed St Patricroft Methodist Church.

The church has been unused for several years and Stanley’s proposed development would see it replaced with two separate buildings of 15 apartments with a communal resident garden and seating area, as well as a resident parking court.

The scheme would provide 100 per cent affordable housing on behalf of registered provider ForHousing, contributing towards efforts to alleviate the acute demand for one and two-bedroom affordable homes in Salford.

Stanley invited local people and stakeholders to view the plans and give their feedback ahead of a planning application being made in the coming months.

Chris Curtis, director of Stanley Land and Homes, said: “We know there are around 5,000 people in Salford that are on the housing waiting list for a one or two-bedroom apartment, so schemes like this are vital.

“We wanted to give the local community the opportunity to come and see the plans and ask us any questions they wished about the proposed scheme.

“It was a great chance to engage with local residents, allay any concerns, and explain how the proposed affordable homes will regenerate and revitalise this long vacant site.”

The proposed development emphasises quality design and materials. A low wall and railings will create a neatly landscaped site boundary, while the development also features electric vehicle charging, cycle storage and secure bin storage areas.

Main picture – Site layout of proposed scheme in Eccles.

Stanley delivers St Helens homes for Jigsaw

Stanley Land and Homes has delivered another development of new affordable homes in St Helens to registered provider Jigsaw Homes.

The scheme, which has regenerated part of the former Fishwicks Industrial Estate off Baxters Lane, Sutton, has seen the creation of 28 cottage apartments over two separate buildings.

The development of one-bedroom properties has a local lettings policy which gives priority to residents with a connection to the area, helping Jigsaw Homes to achieve a sustainable community.

Neil Hughes, director of Stanley, said: “This is a site that was left vacant following the demolition of derelict industrial buildings and which had become a magnet for fly tipping and anti-social behaviour. It was clear from our consultation for the site that local people wanted to see it revitalised and repurposed.

“We have a very successful long-term partnership with Jigsaw, having worked on seven projects together. We’re proud to have worked with Jigsaw’s team once again to regenerate this site, providing much-needed affordable housing for couples and single occupants in the area.”

The contractor on the project was Holmpatrick Developments and the project team included Hive Land and Planning, MPSL Planning and Design, and Alan Johnston Partnership.

The project is one of several recent projects Stanley has delivered in St Helens. The company has also helped to regenerate the nearby Lancots Lane site with 168 new homes.

A second phase at Lancots Lane is set to deliver a further 32 affordable properties and commercial premises, subject to planning permission.

Stanley named as finalist at Northern Housing Awards 2025

Stanley Land and Homes is proud to have been shortlisted for a third consecutive year for an award that recognises organisations that have made a significant contribution to the region’s housing sector.

We’ve been shortlisted in the SME of the Year category at the coveted Northern Housing Awards, due to take place in Manchester on Thursday May 1.

It’s the same award we won in 2023 and were also shortlisted for again at the 2024 edition of the Northern Housing Awards.

Chris Curtis, director of Stanley, commented: “In the last few years we’ve been able to get more than 900 new homes completed or in planning across the region on behalf of registered housing providers, offering new affordable housing opportunities for over 3,100 people.

“It’s a record we’re very proud of and we’re delighted our contribution has been recognised once again by the Northern Housing Awards judges. We can’t wait to celebrate the collective success of our housing sector with our peers next month and we wish the best of luck to all the nominees.”

The annual Northern Housing Awards, launched in 2018, celebrate innovative affordable housing providers, projects and services that help to create communities in the North of England.

The annual event is attended by around 750 people from registered providers, local authorities, housing contractors, professionals, consultants, and charities.

For more information about the Northern Housing Awards and to view all the categories and nominees, please visit the award shortlist here.

Stanley lends support to Stockport homelessness charity

Stanley Land and Homes has chosen to support local homelessness charity The Wellspring as our 2024 festive charity partner.

Established in 1990, the Wellspring supports people in Stockport who are experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of becoming homeless by providing the resources, understanding, and care people need in the community.

The charity’s staff and volunteers are there to understand the complex and individual challenges of each person in need and help them make positive changes to their lives.

Chris Curtis, director of Stanley, said: “Year on year our housing crisis is deepening. The fantastic work of the Wellspring is becoming increasingly vital as more vulnerable people are made homeless through no fault of their own. It is a privilege to be able to offer our financial support to Wellspring at this time.”

Discover more about the work of the charity on the Wellspring website.

Stanley Land and Homes unveils plans for phase two at St Helens site

Stanley Land and Homes has submitted plans for the next phase in its redevelopment of a major former glassworks in the Sutton area of St Helens.

Work began on the first phase of 168 homes on the site off Lancots Lane in February this year.

Now Stanley is progressing with additional plans for a further 32 homes and a 55,000 sq ft B8 commercial unit that will complete the redevelopment of the 18-acre brownfield site.

Neil Hughes, a director at Stanley Land and Homes, said: “We’re proud to contribute further to the regeneration of Sutton, and with much work already behind us, our ambition to create an outstanding new community from post-industrial obsolescence is now being realised.

“The first homes are due for completion shortly, with our subsequent phase advancing through construction at pace. This latest mixed-use application will continue to create a renewed built environment fit for current and future generations.”

Phase one of the scheme, consisting of one-to-four-bedroom homes and bungalows is being developed in partnership with housing provider Torus.

The Lancots Lane scheme is one of two affordable housing developments being delivered in the area by Stanley Land and Homes.

Stanley is close to completing the regeneration of another former industrial site in nearby Baxters Lane with 28 new affordable homes in partnership with Jigsaw Homes Group. It means Stanley will have provided 228 new affordable homes in the area.

The professional team for Phase 2 at Lancots Lane includes MPSL Planning and Design (architect), Alan Johnston Partnership (engineers), Hive (planning consultant) and Primas Law (legal).