Hill and Marshall will be welcoming Co-op to the local centre at its landmark Marleigh development in Cambridge. To be known as Marleigh Square, the striking new community centre is located at the heart of the development, close to the new school which is currently under construction. In addition to the Co-op store, Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery is due to open early in 2022. It is anticipated that Marleigh Square will also welcome a cafe, alongside a commercial unit with over 4,300 sq ft of space.
The new Co-op, which will open next year (2022) fronts the Marleigh Road and is opposite the new primary school, making it an ideal spot to pick up groceries before or after school pick up. The convenience store, will cover over 4,000 sq ft, and include a focus on fresh, healthy products, meal ideas, Fairtrade products, ready meals, free-from, vegan and plant-based products and, everyday essentials.
A funding boost is also provided locally through Co-op’s Membership programme. Membership of the Co-op unlocks additional value through in-store offers and, sees Members rewarded with 2p in every pound they spend on Co-op branded products which is added to their own personal Membership account balance. The Co-op also donates the same amount to local causes.
In addition, students who are TOTUM cardholders – the new name for NUS extra – receive a 10% discount at the Co-op.
Martyn Clarke, Co-op Regional Acquisition Manager, said: “We are delighted to be part of this new district, and look forward to the opportunity to serve the community. Co-op is committed to operating at the heart of local life, and making a difference in the community, and we are working to develop the range, choice, products and services to create a compelling offer to serve residents and passers-by conveniently.”
Established over 30 years ago, Monkey Puzzle Day Nurseries is trusted to provide childcare of the highest quality, providing children with unlimited opportunities to learn, develop and grow within a safe, secure and caring environment. The new day nursery at Marleigh Square will provide 78 places for children aged from three months to five years.
Thulisile Tshalibe-Catley from Monkey Puzzle, added: “Monkey Puzzle Cambridge is part of the UK’s largest childcare franchise. Our ethos is based on providing a fun, friendly and kind environment where children feel happy and confident, providing the ideal environment to learn and develop through play. We also encourage healthy living with lots outdoors play and our diverse inhouse menu that is prepared on site by our dedicated chef. We are trusted to provide naturally inspiring, exceptional care and education for the early years and we are delighted that we will be opening at this fantastic new Marleigh neighbourhood. With spacious family homes, plenty of green space, an attractive central square, and a new school underway, this is a family-friendly development in every sense of the word, and we are looking forward to becoming part of the new community.”
Andy Hill of Hill Marshall LLP, said: “We have taken great care to design a neighbourhood centre that will serve as the ‘heart of Marleigh’, so we are delighted to secure Co-op as the anchor convenience store at this exceptional development. For a project of this scale, providing first-class amenities and a central point for residents to come together is crucial to its long-term success and vital to ensure the new community can flourish.”
“Marleigh Square will be the main entrance for the proposed new school and will feature a series of landscaped and public spaces, where people can not only stock up on their daily essentials, but also spend time socialising, relaxing and making the most of the new facilities and surroundings.”
Richard Howe at Hill Marshall LLP said: “This is another important milestone in establishing a thriving community at the heart of the Marleigh development. We are delighted to be partnering with such an experienced early years care provider, complementing the new primary school, to ensure our families have access to a full spectrum of first class educational opportunities.”
Situated off Newmarket Road, Cambridge, Marleigh Square is located near the new primary school, and is convenient for the new homes set across the development. The properties come in a range of designs from one to five-bedrooms to suit a range of residents and lifestyles. The new community is carefully designed to fit seamlessly as an extension to Cambridge while retaining its own unique identity. In addition to the school and homes, a wide range of new amenities including outdoor spaces, parks, playgrounds, cycle and walking routes will make this a place where families will flourish.
The entrance to the marketing suite is adjacent to the petrol station and car parking is available opposite the petrol station. For further information visit www.marleigh-cambridge.co.uk or call 01223 827241 to arrange a visit.
