Built just off the main high street in Gillingham, the development is made up of a mix of houses and flats and includes 3 retail / office units.

The scheme cost £2.2million to develop, which was part funded by North Dorset District Council and the Housing Corporation.

Councillor Colin Dann, Mayor of Gillingham said, "This is a very proud moment in Gillingham's history. The standard of build is high and above all else it meets the needs of local people. I would like to thank Signpost and the other partners involved for what they have achieved with this scheme."

David Wells, Chairman of Signpost Housing Group added, "We are very pleased to work in partnership with North Dorset District Council, and the Housing Corporation to provide 33 new affordable homes for rent to local people and 3 retail / office units in the heart of Gillingham. We would also like to extend a thank you to local businessman Vic Toogood who made this scheme possible and many of his ideas have been incorporated into the design. His enthusiasm and support have been very much appreciated by Signpost. "

The design and build contractor was Louis Hamilton Construction of Wareham. The accommodation comprises two 3 bedroom houses, five 3 bedroom flats, ten 2 bedroom flats - 2 of which are suitable for wheelchair users, and sixteen 1 bedroom flats.

Tenants are due to move into their new homes during the first week of October 2002.

Ends: for further information please contact Tina Partridge, Marketing Manager at Signpost on 01258 484884.