country living Archives

Choosing Calveley for our latest development, Ettley Grove

Work is progressing quickly at our new small and exclusive development in the village of Calveley. We are only building eight houses at Ettley Grove and several are now nearing completion.

When we are planning a new CB Homes development, we take our time in selecting the perfect site. Choosing the right location for the site is just as important as the site itself. We are fortunate in Cheshire to have our pick of some of the country’s most attractive villages and towns right on our doorstep.

A small development in a historic setting

Sited in a great location, easily accessed from the A51, which runs between Nantwich and Tarporley, the village of Calveley is a small country parish of just over 100 houses, including new build houses and older cottages. Its long history dates back 900 years to the early 13^th century. The name Calveley was first recorded in around 1235 and the original Old English word means ‘woodland clearing’. Located in an agricultural area, the village has retained much of its historic rural character. As well as some Georgian cottages in the village, the primary school, Calveley Primary Academy, is still based in a predominantly Victorian building.

Ettley Grove is in easy reach of Beeston Castle

We named this development Ettley Grove as it enjoys beautiful views of Beeston Castle, which sits on top of Ettley Hill. Beeston Castle is a dramatically positioned medieval fortress, with a 4,000 year history, not to mention a replica Bronze Age roundhouse and a 40-acre woodland park for visitors to enjoy strolling around. Other castle estates nearby include Peckforton, Cholmondeley and Bolesworth.

Wonderful location for outdoors enthusiasts

Outdoors enthusiasts will love the location of Calveley. The Shropshire Union Canal, known locally as the Shroppie, borders the village, providing miles of canalside walks right from the door, with views across the Welsh Marshes, as well as access to the famous canal network for boaters.

All manner of sports are catered for locally, with clubs to be found for rugby, football, hockey, cricket and tennis, as well as a wide range of golf courses.

Well-connected Calveley

For the less energetic, there is a whole host of other activities to enjoy close by. Calveley is particularly well-connected, with the amenities, shops, cafes and restaurants of Nantwich, Crewe and Chester easily reached by bus. Crewe’s railway station, with fast and frequent links to Birmingham and London, plus Manchester Airport are an easy drive too.

Find out more about our new-build country homes at Ettley Grove

The first completion at Ettley Grove is due Spring 2025. Prices start from £275,000. To find out more about this small and exclusive new build development and to arrange a visit, please contact our main office on 01829 730244 or email enquiries@cbhomes.co.uk.

What makes the county of Cheshire so special?

The beautiful county of Cheshire covers an area of just under 1000 square miles and has a population of around one million people. Mainly rural, Cheshire is steeped in history but is certainly not hampered by the past.

The beautiful county of Cheshire (we might be biased) covers an area of just under 1000 square miles and has a population of around one million people. A mainly rural county, Cheshire has a high concentration of villages. Agriculture is generally based on the dairy trade, and cattle are the predominant livestock. It is a county steeped in history but it is certainly not one hampered by the past, as it has become one of the leading counties for STEM development in the UK. Historically known for its Cheshire Cheese, salt and silk, the county is now home to Jodrell Bank, and the Cheshire Science Corridor Enterprise Zone, which includes Thornton Science Park, and of course Alderley Park.

Science and nature

Cheshire is rich in nature and has some 63 areas that have been designated as areas of Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). With some of the leading science and technology companies located here, Cheshire has become synonymous with innovation. Jodrell Bank has received huge investment and holds a world-leading place in the history of astronomy, and a pioneering chapter in British scientific and cultural history. The Cheshire Science Corridor has been awarded Enterprise Zone status. It covers over 100 hectares, and has the potential to attract 20,000 jobs and 500 businesses to Cheshire and Warrington.

Elsewhere in Cheshire, Winsford has the largest working salt mine in Britain, originally opened in 1844. It uses the world’s largest underground digger, weighing in at 130 tonnes, and over the years has cut 135 miles of tunnels beneath the Cheshire countryside, yielding 1,000,000 tonnes of salt annually.

Leisure time in Cheshire

Outside work, there is plenty in the county to keep its residents and visitors occupied. World-leading attractions include Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks and the Anderton Boat Lift, and over 100 golf courses here are members of the Cheshire Union of Golf courses. Chester Racecourse is not only a highly popular horse racing venue but is also the oldest sporting venue in continual use since 1539. There are also shopping and restaurant options to meet every taste. Keen walkers and cyclists have plenty to keep them entertained too. The 34-mile Sandstone Trail runs from Frodsham to Whitchurch and can be completed in a strenuous one – or more leisurely – two-day walk. While the canals, rivers and woodlands in the area offer plenty to entertain.

But don’t just take our word for it

Cheshire houses the hometowns of many famous faces both current and in the past. And many more have chosen to make their home here. One of the counties most famous authors was Lewis Carroll (1832-1898), who wrote the Alice in Wonderland books. He was born in Daresbury. And in more recent years, 007 James Bond actor, Daniel Craig was brought up in Frodsham. Singers and songwriters Harry Styles and Gary Barlow also both hale from Cheshire.

Cheshire is home to many footballing stars and their families, with the area around Alderley Edge being renowned as the area of choice for many of the footballing elite. Local hero and ex-footballer Michael Owen and his family have also chosen leafy Cheshire to base their racehorse stables.

Based in the heart of Cheshire, we’ve been designing and building award winning homes since we started in 1981 and we pride ourselves on our local knowledge. So, whether you’re looking to buy a new home, have dreams of a self-build project or you’re looking to buy or sell land for building, we can work with you at every step of the way. Contact us today to discuss your next move.

Dreaming of a house in the country?

As well as our renowned self-build service, we design and build beautiful property developments too. We have just one plot still available at our latest new build project, Sawyers Meadow, which is located in the picturesque village of Bunbury, nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.

Plot 7, The Aspen, will be a stunning four bedroom residence with plenty of space, making it truly versatile. The spacious downstairs living area benefits from a good-sized family room, opening into the rear garden, as well as a private study, large lounge and dining area. The four bedrooms include a magnificent master bedroom and there are two en-suites. The double garage will be particularly useful, offering secure parking and further storage space.

This small, exclusive development will only have ten bespoke homes in total, all with gardens and parking, making Sawyers Meadow a perfect place to live for working couples, families and retirees.

Location is key

For anyone needing access to a larger town and centres of employment, Bunbury is a great location, just nine miles east of Chester and eight miles north west of Nantwich, with the larger village of Tarporley only four miles away. The village is also in easy commuting reach of Liverpool and Manchester and even London, with Crewe’s central rail hub just a short journey away.

Beautiful Bunbury

Bunbury is a delightful location and is a very pretty village with over 30 listed buildings, including a number of timber-framed houses, some of which date back to the 17^th century. Other important listed buildings include the sandstone parish church of St Boniface, which is over 1,000 years old and is built on the highest point of the village.

As well as its historic landmarks, such as the church, Bunbury Mill and Bunbury Locks, there are loads of activities going on in the village, making it a great place to live. Three welcoming pubs, several shops, a variety of sports clubs and even a modern medical centre too means that there are plenty of local amenities.

If you’d like to visit Sawyers Meadow, please do get in touch with us. Call Helen on 07400 062349 or email her at sales@cbhomes.co.uk