About City & Country
Creating better places for future communities
City & Country are the UKs leading heritage developer who have a great reputation in restoring Britain’s rich architectural character and a growing reputation of making new places for communities to live and enjoy. We cherish the past and wish to use our skill in making better places for the future that serve society needs sustainably.
We are a local business to Stansted, having based our head offices there for over 20 years, we are proud to have worked with the local community over the years as a local employer, award winning developer and charity supporter.
Our larger schemes to date have been in east Essex although historically we have done smaller new build schemes within 20 miles of Stansted. Prior to our time in Stansted, we were based in Hatfield Heath for 30+ years, so have always been very local to the area and our aim is to leave a positive lasting legacy in the region.
We have a desire and passion to viably conserve, restore and newly create Britain’s architectural heritage. Embracing the best of the present, through exceptional design and build standards, we sensitively add value to very special places; to be enjoyed today and cherished by future generations.
Working with our communities
Committed to making a difference for people and place
City & Country play an active role in the communities we work in. We support various charities across the UK and are committed to making a difference.
In Essex, we are a long-time supporter of the Essex Wildlife Trust, which is the country’s leading conservation charity. The aim of the trust is the protect wildlife for the future and for the people of Essex.
City & Country recently donated a range of books to primary schools close to their developments in Essex, this was to recognise Roald Dahl Day, which celebrates the authors contribution to children’s literature, while encouraging young people to be excited about reading.
As part of the Manningtree Park development City & Country introduced 20 rare breed sheep to the development, they have already had visitors from the local schools to learn more about the sheep and have the opportunity to name some of them.
Case study
Manningtree Park
Manningtree Park is a recent development in Essex, providing a range of two to five-bedroom houses, surrounded by open countryside, between the rural towns of Manningtree, Mistley and Lawford. Inspired by our commitment to creating communities, Manningtree Park is a friendly community and a safe, welcoming village offering something for a variety of lifestyles.
Some of the community initiatives we have helped fund include:
Healthcare facilities
We recognise the importance of accessible healthcare services; we have allocated funding towards healthcare facilities in Mistley and Manningtree Parish. This investment will strengthen healthcare provisions, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services within their locality.
Community amenities
It is important to us to create a space to promote wellbeing and community connections. The development will feature community hub for local residents to meet and enjoy.
Highway improvements
We will organise the implementation of new bus stops, access roads and cycle ways to improve accessibility for all.
A commitment to affordable housing
30% of homes will be affordable.
Case study
Sanderling Reach, Mersea Island
Sanderling Reach is a newly opened development in Essex, offering two-to-five-bedroom homes, with just a five minute walk to the beach. The development offers extensive parkland for neighbours to meet and for children to play, creating a cohesive community.
Each home is surrounded by significant landscaped open spaces, with rich biodiversity and planting. Sustainability has been at the heart of this development as it includes provision for electric vehicle charging, water conservation measures and energy efficient appliances throughout.
Case study
St. Osyth
St Osyth Priory is a new development in North Essex where our approach to restoring heritage was pivotal in creating the sustainable place it is for residents today.
The development is adjacent to multiple heritage buildings Its approach to landscape is what makes it unique; a circular walk has been created in the recently restored pasture, for residents to enjoy the countryside, and biodiversity enhancements have helped the local extensive wetland thrive. The St Osyth Priory Estate is a fully working estate complete with parkland where animals roam ~ amongst them, the iconic white deer. Our farm specialises in rearing rare breed and native livestock and is home to four-horned Manx Loaghtan sheep, Hebridean sheep and English Longhorn cattle.
Awards
Winners of the What House? 2024 Housebuilder of the year award
Last year, we won the Evening Standard’s Best Out of London Home award, as well as WhatHouse?’s Best Public Realm award for our scheme at St Osyth Priory. In November, we have won WhatHouse?’s Housebuilder of the Year 2024.