THE UK’S leading provider of timber frames is branching out into the North West by bringing their unique expertise to a new homes development in Manchester.

Chorlton Fold, in Monton, Eccles, is being built using the company’s innovative timber systems, which are known for being practical, energy efficient and eco-friendly.

The development will consist of 13 brand new townhouses and detached family homes constructed using sustainable timber frames.

In Scotland, where Stewart Milne has been a well-established housebuilder for more than 30 years, timber systems are used to build around 70 per cent of homes.

After setting up a new £10 million timber systems production facility at Witney, near Oxford, Stewart Milne wants to drastically increase the number of timber-framed homes in the UK over the next few years – by building more of its own and continuing to supply timber frame systems to other developers.

Rachel MacCutchan, sales manager for Stewart Milne Homes’ north west division, said: “Timber systems is an innovative, economic and ‘greener’ way of building home compared to some of the more conventional methods and at Stewart Milne we believe they represent the future of modern housebuilding.

“With timber systems there is a high level of off-site factory based construction, which reduces the on-site build time. We predict the popularity of timber-framed homes is set to rise rapidly in England over the coming year, particularly as housebuilders set their sights on future Government targets under the Code for Sustainable Homes.

“Stewart Milne is proud to continue leading the way in this field with our Chorlton Fold development, which is providing sought-after townhouses and detached homes within easy reach of Manchester.”

Just four miles away from the vibrant city centre famed for its stylish shops, world-class restaurants and lively night life, Chorlton Fold will be a development of three and four-bedroom family homes, situated in the affluent village of Monton in Eccles.

The development is perfect for professionals working in Manchester city centre, with easy access to the M60 and M62 motorways, frequent bus services and the Metrolink. Eccles Rail Station is a short walk away, with connections to central Manchester and beyond and for those with further flung destinations in mind Manchester International Airport is approximately 14 miles away.

There are great local amenities, including a wide range of shops, pubs, restaurants and leisure facilities as well as a good choice of primary and secondary schools.

For more information about Stewart Milne’s forthcoming Chorlton Fold development call 0161 866 6969, log on to www.stewartmilne.com or email [email protected]