Homebuilder Lovell Partnerships has acquired land to to develop over 30 new homes to the village of Whitburn in South Tyneside.

Once complete, the scheme will comprise 24 open market three and four-bedroom homes, alongside eight two and three-bedroom properties.

The planning application is set to be submitted at the end of September, following a public consultation, with work planned to begin on site in early 2024, pending council approval.

The move will transform a derelict site which previously housed the public house, Whitburn Lodge, but fell into disrepair. Under the new plans, the development will create


a new community and enhance connectivity towards the coastline.

Phil Jones, Head of land and partnerships, said: "We're always searching for the best locations, to build houses that complement and enhance the surrounding area where they're based.

"Our newly secured land is perfectly placed to make the most of the surrounding South Tyneside coast – and with 25% of the homes being affordable housing, we’re looking forward

to opening this lifestyle up to more local people.

"Many in the area will certainly be aware of the site that we’re planning to build on, and we know there's lots of anticipation towards how our development will enhance the area.

"We’re confident that our plans will help to develop a great community, and alongside our early discussions with councillors and the Whitburn Neighbourhood Forum, we'd like to invite anyone interested to share their thoughts with us and with the council when they consult on our submitted planning application."

Pending successful planning application approval, building works at the new site are set to commence at the beginning of 2024.