Update on the redevelopment of Chief Trading Post, Oldland Common 

Where we are now

The one remaining plot is the site fronting onto Barry Road. When the planning permission was obtained, a requirement was identified for a replacement doctors surgery, working with Hanham Health. 

It was agreed that this use would be reserved for a period of two years. However, despite extensive discussions with Hanham Health over the last two and a half years it became clear that the practice is unable to obtain the funding necessary for this capital investment project from the NHS; and it is unclear if and when this will change. 

Alternative uses were therefore explored, including a dental surgery and a nursery, but no operator came forward. Small business and industrial units were also ruled out as concerns were raised during the previous consultation about such uses in relation to traffic and impact on neighbours. 

Meanwhile, various retail operators had indicated interest in locating a food-based convenience store on the site.  These operators identified that the Bitton and Oldland Common communities are relatively poorly served with a lack of choice and quality in the local area for day-to-day food shopping. 

Following discussions with Sainsbury's, Oldland Common LLP  has recently consulted on proposals for a new 'Sainsbury's Local' convenience store on the remaining plot. 

A planning application has now been submitted to South Gloucestershire Council and can be viewed on the planning portal using reference P25/01717/F.

Find out more by clicking on 'The Proposals'.