Clowes Developments has commenced essential enabling works at the former Ewenny Road Industrial Estate in Maesteg in conjunction with Bridgend County Borough Council marking the first step in a major regeneration programme for the site that has lay dormant for over 10 years.

With planning permission already granted, this preparatory work will pave the way for a major mixed-use development. The regeneration plans include the delivery of up to 200 new homes, high-quality public open spaces, modern retail units, and an enterprise and employability hub designed to support the local economy.

Rob Hopkinson, Technical Associate Director at Clowes said: We are extremely pleased that this major regeneration project has finally commenced which will bring much needed new homes and amenities to the area. The site has some challenging constraints, and it has been a real team effort to get to this point. It has been refreshing to work with Cardiff Capital Region and Bridgend County Borough Council who have been so focused on delivering the project.”

As part of the wider vision for the site, Bridgend County Borough Council will also develop a new transport interchange and employment facilities, enhancing connectivity and access to work and training opportunities beyond the valley.

Cllr Neelo Farr, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Economic Development and Housing, said: “Once Clowes have completed the ground works, they will have transformed this former industrial estate into our largest local valleys brownfield site with more than 16 acres available for redevelopment.

“At the same time, the council is retaining an additional three acres so that we can develop new employment opportunities and a modern transport interchange.

“The finished project will deliver huge economic and social benefits for both the Llynfi Valley and Bridgend County Borough, and I am delighted to see that the work is making swift progress.”