Derby’s Friar Gate: tour the progress on regen project 

CIOB is offering an exclusive site visit to Friar Gate Goods Yard in Derby City Centre next month.

Hosted by M Lambe Construction, Groundworks & Civil Engineering, the tour on 9 October will explore one of Derby’s most ambitious regeneration projects and discover how a Grade II-listed landmark is being transformed into a new community. 

The historic goods yard built in the 1870s was derelict for more than 50 years and is being redeveloped by Wavensmere Homes. It is being transformed into a mixed-use development of 227 two- and three-bedroom townhouse and a four-storey apartment building with 49 contemporary apartments. The Bonded Warehouse and Engine House will be turned into a space for shops, restaurants, offices and a gym.

All homes will benefit from air-source heat pumps, solar PV panels and EV charging.

Attendees will hear first-hand about the project’s progress and challenges and see how sustainability and innovation are shaping this landmark development.

For further details, visit ciob.org/events