The last 12 months have seen major changes for Wyggestons, the charity which has been successfully providing sheltered housing, housing related support and care services for vulnerable older people in Leicester for the last 500 years.
Not only did they complete an impressive extension to their facilities, but they were also named as one of the best construction projects in Leicestershire, having won one of only seven awards given by ProCon Leicestershire awards.
Submitted by Corporate Architecture, Wyggestons were thrilled to win the award for ‘Large Residential Scheme of the Year’ at the annual award ceremony at the King Power Stadium on 10th November 2022.
‘Lancaster House’, the imposing new three-storey extension to the already established facilities, has added high quality accommodation, comprised of six bungalows and eight one and two-bedroom flats, as well as a new administration hub, conference room and community lounge.
Originally founded as an almshouse charity in 1513, Wyggestons has now improved current facilities for residents and staff, bringing them in line with modern day requirements whilst providing more housing to expand the amount of older people Wyggestons can assist, through a sustainable development. The project has enabled the charity to accommodate hundreds of residents across the almshouses and residential care facilities, set within five acres of private grounds in the Westcotes suburb, within easy reach of the city centre facilities and transport links.
Chris Jones, CEO of Wyggestons, says:
“The ProCon award really was the icing on the cake last year. We’re so proud of our new facilities and the difference they are making to our residents and visitors, and not to forget the staff too. It’s just wonderful that that project has been recognised in this way.”
Wyggestons worked with Andrew Granger and Co. whose role was to manage all the elements and liaise with the key stakeholders to bring this project to fruition, whilst working alongside local architect Corporate Architecture.
More information on Wyggestons can be found at www.wyggestons.org.uk.
Posted March 23