The Old School Yard
The Old School Yard, our exclusive new development of thoughtfully designed homes located in the well-regarded village of Collingham, ideally positioned between Lincoln and Newark.
This development offers a collection of high-quality homes set on generous plots, providing well-proportioned living spaces designed to suit modern lifestyles. With a choice of three distinctive house styles, The Elton, The Jagger and The Ramone, the homes provide flexible accommodation suitable for a wide range of buyers, from growing families to those seeking modern, energy-efficient living within a well-connected village setting.
Each home has been carefully designed to balance attractive architecture with practical internal layouts, creating bright and comfortable spaces for everyday living. Open-plan kitchen and dining areas form the heart of these homes, with patio doors opening onto private rear gardens, while separate living rooms provide additional space for relaxation.
A defining feature of the development is its focus on sustainability. Built to AECB standards (Association for Environment Conscious Building), these homes incorporate a range of energy-efficient technologies including air source heat pumps, solar panels and triple glazing. These features help create homes that are comfortable to live in, efficient to run and designed with the future in mind.
→ The Jagger, 3 bedroom home
The Jagger is a well-proportioned three-bedroom home designed to offer a practical living space for modern lifestyles.
Entering the property through the entrance hallway, there is a convenient downstairs WC and access through to the main living areas. To the rear of the property is an open-plan kitchen and dining space with doors opening directly into the rear garden, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. A separate utility room sits just off the kitchen, providing additional practicality.
The lounge is positioned at the front of the home, offering a comfortable and private living space away from the kitchen area.
Upstairs, the first-floor landing includes generous storage space and leads to three bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a separate family bathroom. The layout includes two double bedrooms and one single bedroom.
→ The Elton, 4 bedroom home
The Elton offers a similar feel to The Jagger but with increased space and the benefit of a fourth bedroom, making it ideal for growing families or those requiring additional flexibility.
The property is entered through a welcoming entrance hallway with a downstairs WC. At the front of the home is a separate lounge, providing a comfortable and private living area.
To the rear is a spacious open-plan living kitchen and dining space forming the heart of the home, with doors opening out onto the rear garden. A separate utility room is positioned off the kitchen for added convenience.
The first-floor landing leads to four bedrooms. Three are generous double bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite shower rooms, while the fourth bedroom is a single room that could also work well as a home office or nursery. A family bathroom completes the first-floor.
→ The Ramone, 4 bedroom home
The Ramone is a spacious detached home designed with modern family living in mind.
The property is entered through an entrance hall with a downstairs WC and leads through to a bright open-plan kitchen and dining area positioned to the rear of the home. Doors open directly onto the garden, creating an excellent space for everyday family life and entertaining. A separate utility room provides additional practicality.
Alongside the kitchen area is a generously sized living room, while an additional reception room offers flexible space that could be used as a home office, playroom or second sitting room.
Upstairs, the first-floor landing leads to four bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
The Ramone also benefits from a driveway and garage, and like all homes within the development, sits on a generous plot.
The Old School Yard key features:
Unlike many modern developments, our homes sit on spacious plots, providing excellent outdoor space and creating an open feel across the development.
Built to AECB standards, the properties incorporate high levels of insulation, triple glazing, solar panels and air source heat pumps, helping reduce energy consumption while maintaining comfortable living conditions.
Collingham offers a strong community environment alongside excellent transport links, including its own railway station and easy access to the A46, connecting Lincoln, Newark and Nottingham.
We do more than build houses, we create places people are proud to call home. For over 25 years, we have led the way in sustainable housebuilding, designing beautiful, energy-efficient communities that prioritise quality, comfort and the future of our planet.
→ About Collingham
Collingham is a thriving and well-established village located between Lincoln and Newark, offering an attractive balance of countryside surroundings and everyday convenience.
The village has built a strong reputation for its welcoming community atmosphere and is popular with families, professionals and retirees alike. Within the village itself you will find a range of amenities including a Co-op food store, independent shops, cafés, public houses, a medical centre and a number of community facilities. Local sports clubs and community groups help create the friendly and active village environment that Collingham is well known for.
Families are particularly drawn to the area thanks to John Blow Primary School, which is located within the village, while additional schooling options are available in nearby towns and cities.
For those commuting or travelling further afield, Collingham is exceptionally well connected. The village benefits from its own railway station, offering direct services to Lincoln and Newark North Gate, where fast trains connect to London in around 75 minutes. The nearby A46 provides convenient road access to Lincoln, Newark and Nottingham.
→ About Collingham
The historic city of Lincoln, just a short drive away, offers an extensive range of shopping, restaurants, cafés and leisure facilities. The city is famous for its stunning cathedral and historic Bailgate area, alongside modern shopping areas and the University of Lincoln.
Nearby Newark-on-Trent offers a traditional market town atmosphere with its historic market square, independent shops, restaurants and cafés. Newark also provides direct rail services to London from Newark North Gate station.
For those seeking the wider amenities of a larger city, Nottingham is also within easy reach, offering major retail centres, entertainment venues, cultural attractions and universities.
With its strong sense of community, excellent transport links and convenient access to surrounding towns and cities, Collingham offers an outstanding location for a wide range of buyers.
