What’s Being Built in Bassetlaw? You Might Be Surprised…
From housing to hospitals, retail to regeneration — here’s what’s transforming our towns right now.
Bassetlaw is changing fast — and if you live in Retford, Worksop or one of the surrounding villages, you’ve likely noticed the cranes, planning signs and whispered talk of “something new going up.”
But what exactly is being built?
From multi-million-pound investments to long-awaited community improvements, here’s your inside look at the developments shaping the future of Bassetlaw.
🏡 Thousands of New Homes Are Coming — But Where?
🔹 Ordsall South (HS13), Retford
This is no ordinary housing estate. This 800-home development (with up to 1,250 in total) will span over 100 hectares of south Retford, bringing everything from affordable homes to bungalows and even self-build plots.
It’s the biggest residential expansion the area has seen in decades.
🔹 Radford Street, Worksop
Just minutes from the town centre, 120 affordable homes are being delivered by the council to regenerate a key brownfield site. Groundwork begins in 2025 — and the demand is already building.
🔹 Milnercroft, Retford
Small but important: 5 affordable homes are due to be built, addressing a local need with community-led planning.
🛍️ Retail and Leisure: The Town Centre Revival Has Begun
The £20m Priory Centre Transformation, Worksop
Tired of seeing empty shops and quiet high streets? That’s about to change.
The Priory Centre is getting a full-scale makeover, with plans for:
- New entertainment venues
- Improved leisure facilities
- Independent retailers and high street names
- Cafés and restaurants to bring the buzz back to town
It’s the most ambitious retail investment Worksop has seen in years. And it’s not just about shopping — it’s about community, experience and local pride.
🏥 Health Comes First: £17 Million Hospital Upgrade
Bassetlaw Hospital Emergency Department is expanding — and not by a little.
A major £17m investment will see the emergency department completely modernised, with:
- Increased treatment space
- Faster triage and improved patient flow
- Capacity to meet growing demand across the region
In a post-COVID world, this is exactly the kind of upgrade our local NHS deserves.
🔍 Why It All Matters — and What Comes Next
Behind the headlines is a clear goal: to build a better Bassetlaw — with smarter infrastructure, sustainable growth, and real investment in people and place.
This isn’t just construction.
It’s regeneration. Expansion. Evolution.
It’s homes for your children. Better care for your parents. Jobs, shops, spaces and futures — right here in Retford and Worksop.
📍 Want to Stay Ahead of Bassetlaw’s Boom?
We’ll be keeping a close eye on every major development — and how it could impact your home’s value, your future plans, and your next move.
At Nicholson’s, we live and work right here in Bassetlaw.
Whether you’re curious about what your home is worth or wondering if now’s the right time to sell — we’re here to help.
📞 Get in touch for a free, no-obligation valuation and let’s talk about your property’s potential in a fast-changing market.
