Allotments, cycles paths and bike trails coming to Hethersett
11 October 2024

A parish council on the edge of Norwich has agreed to adopt two parcels of land adjoining Kett’s Meadow development that we are transforming into a valuable green space.
Hethersett Parish Council agreed unanimously to adopt the valuable new community asset, which is being developed by Persimmon Homes Anglia in partnership with Taylor Wimpey as part of ongoing Heathersett North development.
The land, covering a total area of 10.51ha, will be made available to the whole communtiy and planned features include allotments, parking, cycle paths and bike trails, and potentially a sports pitch to accommodate youth football teams.
There will also be natural amphitheatre, community orchards and community woodland with footpaths, wildlife ponds, log piles and a natural play trail, creating a lasting legacy in the village.
In addition, the parish council will also receive a commuted sum of £683,000 to fund a community building for social and recreational purposes in the Norfolk village.
This adoption is part of the wider Hethersett North development, which was granted planning permission in 2013 for up to 1,196 homes, new schools, local services, and extensive green infrastructure.
Cllr Bridget Williamson, Chair to Hethersett Parish Council said: “'The Parish Council has worked closely with the consortium over a number of years in the planning of the strategic gap land, and voted unanimously to adopt it on behalf of all the residents of Hethersett. This land will undoubtedly be a very valuable asset for Hethersett, offering much needed allotments and plenty of space for outdoor pursuits. The community woodland will be a real treasure, not only will it help in Hethersett Parish Council's commitment to reduce carbon emissions, it will also be a great area for residents to walk in and appreciate nature. We look forward to working with the consortium in the future on the completion of this exciting project.”
Michelle Baker, Managing Director of Persimmon Homes Anglia, said: “We have been working on this exciting project as part of our Kett’s Meadow development for several years and we are delighted to see it come to fruition. The delivery of this large area of green space will be a major benefit to both our residents, and the wider community within Hethersett. I know the allotments, new cycle paths and bike trails as well as the sports pitches and woodlands will be well-used by local people for years to come and leaving behind such a positive legacy makes us all extremely proud”.