The site of a former Slough pub has been sold for a future affordable housing development.

Plans for this sale, which have been ongoing since the closure of Merrymakers, were confirmed on November 30 when the sale to developer Elstree Land was completed.

The 1.3-acre site on Trelawney Avenue has been derelict for some time with 30 percent of the 53 houses and flats earmarked for sustainable affordable housing.

The owner of Elstree Land however has pledged to try and provide 100 percent affordable housing for the people of Slough.

The owner, Daniel Bradbury said: “This site has been vacant for a number of years, and we look forward to working with Slough to deliver a high quality residential scheme which will assist in uplifting and revitalising the area.  

“Within these 53 homes, more than 30 percent of them will be Affordable Homes that will be delivered to the Future Homes Building Standard ensuring they are at the cutting edge of sustainability. 

“But we don’t want to stop at 30 percent. My vision is to work with Homes England and Abri to bring 100 percent of the properties forward as affordable, providing future residents with an excellent balance of new homes, at a reasonable cost, close to local amenities which work for a variety of residents.”

This 1.3-acre site has been sold by Slough Borough Council and according to Councillor Chahal, brings some much-needed funds to aid the council’s recovery.

Councillor Wal Chahal, lead member for finance and assets, said: “The sale to Elstree Land means reviving a completely derelict site for new, and not just new, but also the added benefit of affordable homes.

“This development of a brownfield site in a way which not only enhances the local area but also meets the needs of local people is very welcome and we look forward to continuing to work with Elstree Land so this vision can become a reality.”

Daniel Bradbury from Elstree Land added: “A huge thanks to Slough Borough Council and their advisors Avison Young on a smooth, engaging and pragmatic sale process.

“The borough's planning and legal departments have been very proactive and accommodating which, as an SME developer is welcomed, and we look forward to working with them closely as the project evolves.”