Bringing a range of new two, three and four-bedroom new homes to the picturesque market town of Malmesbury in Wiltshire, Backbridge Farm could be your perfect place to call home.
Set in the rolling Wiltshire countryside, charming Malmesbury is close to the larger towns of Cirencester, Swindon and Chippenham. With a history stretching back to the Iron Age, Malmesbury is home to honey-coloured 17th and 18th-century buildings, the magnificent Abbey, and the oldest hotel in England. It also hosts a great range of amenities, charming shops, pubs, eateries and schools all within walking distance of Backbridge Farm, via a brand new footbridge crossing the River Avon. This vibrant town has the perfect mix of cafe culture, a welcoming community, and family-friendly facilities.
If you`re searching for a brand new energy-efficient home in Wiltshire, Backbridge Farm be the ideal choice for you.
Shopping
From Backbridge Farm, it's just a short stroll over the river to the bustling town centre. There you'll find historical gems including the market cross and the Abbey, alongside a good selection of independent boutiques, shops and cafes. There a number of excellent pubs and restaurants in the town centre too, including the famous Old Bell. When it comes to day-to-day essentials Malmesbury is well-equipped, with two Co-op Foods, an Aldi and Waitrose, along with a primary care centre, dentists, optician and pharmacy.
Transport
Though Backbridge Farm enjoys a semi-rural location, there are good road links to nearby centres of commerce and employment. Malmesbury is located just off the A429, which leads north to Cirencester and south to Chippenham. It's also 6.6 miles from junction 17 of the M4 ' from there, you can travel east to reach Swindon in around 20 minutes, or west to reach Bristol city centre in half an hour. The nearest train station is a 15-minute drive away in Kemble, or a 20-minute drive away is Chippenham train station, which operates frequent services to Bristol and London.
Leisure
Lovers of the outdoors will find plenty to do whilst living at Backbridge Farm. The development is set next to the River Avon, which winds around the town centre and past the Abbey, providing a peaceful walk. The elegant Abbey House Gardens are well worth a visit, comprising 5 acres of formal gardens, lawns and riverside glades. Or, to explore slightly further afield, you could get lost in nature at nearby Westonbirt Arboretum or try out water sports at Cotswold Water Park.
Education
Children will be well-catered for at Backbridge Farm. The development will include a new play area, and Malmesbury has two primary schools (both Good) and a secondary school (Outstanding) which are all within walking distance. For further education options, there are more schools in nearby towns including Tetbury and Royal Wootton Bassett. For older students, colleges can be found in Swindon, Chippenham and Cirencester.