Construction of a new Hall & Woodhouse multi million-pound community pub is under way in the village of Mindenhurst, Surrey.
The pub will be named ‘The Frog at Mindenhurst’ and is located on the corner of Brunswick Road, overlooking the lake and village green. The opening will also boost local employment by creating an estimated 40 new job roles.
The Frog’s layout has been carefully considered with dedicated areas for dining. Additionally, a pantry has been created to provide a cozy setting for guests to enjoy everything from a warming coffee and homemade pastries, to a pint of Hall & Woodhouse’s famous Badger beer.
Noticeable key features of the building include an extensive glazed gable end and an outdoor fireplace on the large veranda.
Please find below the latest construction update.
1 – Continuing with soft and hard landscaping to form the footpaths located on the Green Swathe.
2 – Remedial works will be commencing on the eastern landfill to adjust the footpath located in this area. Planting will also continue to the eastern landfill.
3 – During January we will complete the remediation works on the Bovis Bank. Landscaping works will commence in this area which will include the planting of shrubbery
4 –Planting works will commence on the western landfill, which is the area opposite the Bovis Bank site, located just off the Royal Way.
5 – Works will commence to the CALA 2nd Phase Entrance (Parcel M2). This will include realigning footpaths and relaying the road. This should not affect access for current CALA residents but will affect deliveries for the new CALA homes being built.
6 – Maintenance works to the Central SANG and Village Green will continue throughout January 2022.
7 – Utilities will be installed in the multi-service utility trench located on Blackdown Road. These will commence on 4th January 2022 and continue throughout the month.
February –We will start preparation work for the external refurbishment of St Barbara’s Church. This will begin with the erection of scaffolding and the felling of a tree on the right hand side of the church. The tree was causing damage to the church and is being removed with agreement from SHBC. Local residents will be informed about these works in advance but please check the news page of our website for current updates.
The Christmas Elves have been back in the Central SANG again this year. We hope you had the opportunity take a walk through the woods to see what they have been getting up to.
We held a quiz about the elves and I am pleased to announce that the £50 National Trust voucher was won by Darcey, aged 6. Thank you to everyone who visited the elves and who took part in the quiz.
We hope everyone has a safe and happy Christmas.
Construction of a new Hall & Woodhouse multi-million-pound community pub is underway in the village of Mindenhurst, Surrey.
Work began at the end of the summer to deliver a state-of-the art, family-focused pub which will provide great food, drink, and hospitality when it opens to guests in Spring 2022.
The pub will be named ‘The Frog at Mindenhurst’ and is located on the corner of Brunswick Road in the small village, overlooking the lake and village green. The opening will also boost local employment by creating an estimated 40 new job roles.
Mark James, Property Director at Hall & Woodhouse, explained: “When considering the design of the pub, we wanted to ensure it was in keeping with its natural setting. This is why we have based our designs on a traditional farmhouse and barn, with a contemporary twist.
“Ecology and setting are so important. Our team has therefore put a significant amount of thought and consideration into the landscape, trees, plants and shrubs in our outdoor areas. We want to ensure that the pub connects with our beautiful and scenic surroundings.”
The Frog’s layout has been carefully considered with dedicated areas for casual drinking in the bar and dining. Additionally, a pantry has been created to provide a cosy setting for guests to enjoy everything from a warming coffee and homemade pastries, to a pint of Hall & Woodhouse’s famous Badger beer.
Noticeable key features of the building include an extensive glazed gable end and an outdoor fireplace on the large veranda.
The building’s design incorporates a number of green technologies that have been subtlety integrated into the overall aesthetic. These include PV solar panels, air source heat pumps, ambient cellar cooling, LED lighting throughout, and an electric kitchen.
Reclaimed building materials have been sourced for the pub’s structure and upcycled interior furnishings have been created to enhance the décor and incorporate elements of the surrounding environment. There will also be eight electric car charging points on site and numerous cycle bays.
Mark added: “We are proud to become part of the local community at Mindenhurst and are excited to get to know our neighbours. We very much look forward to warmly welcoming guests for some great hospitality next spring.”
For updates on the build, and for more information on Hall & Woodhouse, please visit www.hall-woodhouse.co.uk .
Please find below the latest construction update.
1 – Landscaping works will be continuing on the Eastern landfill which includes planting and seeding.
2 – There will be ongoing works to the ‘Bovis Bank’ which is located at the top of Royal Way. This includes removal of contaminated ground and replacement with topsoil and planting. These works will continue into the New Year when our landscaping contractor will take over to seed and plant in this area.
3 – Landscaping works have now recommenced on the Green Swathe following the remediation that took place in November. Contractors are working in the area installing the new footpaths and infilling the area with topsoil suitable for landscaping works to follow.
4 – Works will commence on the Cala access for Parcel M2 – this is the access just outside of the current Princess Royal Barracks main entrance. These works will involve kerb and road realignment and installation.
Summary of progress in 2021
• Progress with the SANGs and green infrastructure.
• Began pub construction.
• Public consultation on remaining infrastructure Reserved Matters.
• Affordable Housing resolved.
• Infrastructure delivery.
Spring 2022
• The official pub opening.
• Loop Road works will commence,
subject to planning.
• Determination of all infrastructure
Reserved Matters Application.
On Tuesday 23rd November there will be a community liaison group meeting hosted on Microsoft Teams from 6pm – 7pm.
Agenda Programme
1. Welcome
2. Minutes of the meeting held on Tuesday 7th September 2021
3. Green Swathe update
4. Church refurbishment update
5. Summary of 2021
6. Work Programme for 2022
7. Construction newsletters
8. Community activity
i. Christmas activities programme
9. Any other business
10. Date of Next Meeting
Skanska Attendees
Leisliane Garcia, Development Director – Skanska
Peter Cater, Development Manager – Skanska
Niki Dufour, Community Relations Manager – Skanska
Robert Smith – Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO)
Nick Sutcliffe, Director – BECG
Samuel Carr, Account Manager – BECG
Community Attendees
Councillor Paul Deach – Surrey County Councillor & Surrey Heath BC
Councillor Helen Whitcroft – Surrey Heath BC
Councillor Adrian Page – Surrey Heath BC
Councillor Morgan Rise – Surrey Heath BC
Graham O’Connell – Mytchett, Frimley Green, and Deepcut Society
Howard Hyde/Clare Kennedy – Deepcut Neighbourhood Forum
Keith Maynard – St Barbara’s Church, Deepcut
Sarita Bishop – Principal Planning Officer, Surrey Heath BC
On Thursday 28th October, the Surrey Heath Planning Committee approved Skanska’s application to fully discharge Condition 9 with an agreed affordable housing requirement for Mindenhurst.
The agreement of 20% site-wide provision will deliver 234 new, much-needed affordable homes for the Borough. 234 homes will be provided regardless of whether the maximum permitted 1,200 homes is achieved.
This followed five years of viability discussions to determine what could be delivered and was in full accordance with the conclusions of an independent viability review.
On Tuesday 23rd November you may see a drone flying over Mindenhurst. This has been arranged by Skanska to capture footage our sites for marketing purposes.
At 11am on Thursday 11th November, worksites across the development fell silent to remember the service and sacrifice of all those that have defended our freedoms.
The Skanska team, joined by Trade Contractors and project stakeholders, laid a wreath by the memorial at St Barbara’s Church to show our respect for the bravery and courage of those who fought for our country.
Please find below the latest construction update.
1 – Work to the Green Swathe will continue, including soft landscaping and footpath works. Access will continue to be from the Frimley Lock cycle path into the South of the Green Swathe. Further details of these works will be shared with neighbouring residents.
2 – Maintenance works are ongoing to the Village Green, Central SANGs and Mindenhurst’ Road, including de-weeding, grass cutting and planting.
3 – Continuing works on the Local Area of Play (LAP), which includes soft landscaping and installation of the play equipment.
4 –Commencing remediation works on the Bovis Bank. Access to this area of the site will be through the existing Bovis A3 Parcel. Air monitoring equipment has already been put in place for these works to ensure that there is no risk to the public or residents during the remediation works.
5 – Commencement and completion of remedial works to the residents’ access drive off Deepcut Bridge Road, just North of the railway bridge. These works will be controlled by traffic management in the form of a lane width restriction for the duration of the works. A full road closure will be in place on the 16/11/2021 to complete works on the railway bridge. There will be yellow advanced warning signs in place for this road closure and a full diversion in place.
6 – Asbestos surveys to the existing MOD buildings will continue.
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