An award-winning local developer has been granted planning permission to convert a derelict farm complex into 11 new homes in Honley.
Huddersfield-based Holroyd Homes has secured approval from Kirklees Council to redevelop a collection of stone barns into 10 new dwellings, together with the comprehensive refurbishment of the existing farmhouse at Seventy Acre Farm, Meltham Road, Honley.
The scheme will deliver characterful, individual properties ranging from two to four-bedrooms, arranged around a central cobbled courtyard.
The former dairy farm was purchased by Holroyd Homes in May 2023 and the firm have been working closely alongside Kirklees Council’s planning department to deliver a sensitive scheme that will give the old buildings a new sustainable purpose, securing their long-term future.
Jack Holroyd, a director at Holroyd Homes, said: “We are thrilled that approval has been granted at Seventy Acre Farm. It’s a privilege to give new life to something which has become a dilapidated eyesore in such a beautiful location.”
Mr Holroyd added: “Our team of skilled, local craftsmen have vast experience in building new homes but also a proven track record in sensitively restoring characterful old buildings.
“Broad Lane Farm, one of our previous developments in Upperthong, consists of 10 new build homes plus three Grade II listed farm buildings which were lovingly restored and brought back to life as characterful homes. We know that our team will deliver something truly special at Seventy Acre Farm too.”
The family-run business recently won a regional LABC Building Excellence Award for their Fold Farm development, a 19-house scheme in Netherton, and have just completed a bespoke one-off new build home in Holmbridge which is currently for sale.
Work at Seventy Acre Farm will commence immediately with the first phase of homes due for completion for Spring 2025.
Prospective purchasers can register their interest with Wm Sykes Holmfirth office on 01484 683543.
