With our Regeneration Partners, Willmott Dixon and Milligan we are pleased to announce that Leonard Design joins Torbay’s transformation team.

Leonard Design has been appointed and will be working with the us, Willmott Dixon and Milligan to evolve and enhance the vision for Torbay’s town centres.

The team of experts will build on the extensive work already undertaken by the community, through the development (and adoption) of the Local Plans and Neighbourhood Plans. The work being undertaken will complement this work to create a comprehensive and forward-thinking plan for Torbay’s transformation.

The team from Leonard Design has extensive experience with the public and private sectors, specifically in creating places that people want to live, work, play and invest in.

Over the coming months, the Council, Willmott Dixon, Milligan and Leonard Design will be actively engaging with stakeholders and the community. Through a mix of face-to-face workshops, meetings and conversations, Torbay residents will get the opportunity to view the proposed vision, the key elements that will link major regeneration sites together and share their feedback and ideas.

The collaborative approach will ensure that the team has a framework of opportunities and priorities that reflect the true aspirations and needs of the community, investors, local entrepreneurs and the visitor economy.

We announced our Regeneration Partnership with Willmott Dixon and Milligan in November 2023. Since then, a considerable amount of work has been happening behind the scenes to develop revised options for key regeneration sites and showcase the commercial opportunities available to potential investors.

The appointment of Leonard Design completes the team that will be pivotal in delivering Torbay’s regeneration vision.

Cllr Chris Lewis, Cabinet Member for Place Development and Economic Growth for Torbay Council, said; “The addition of Leonard Design to our expert team is a significant milestone in our regeneration partnership and brings us a further step forward in getting projects delivered.

“To ensure we create a Torbay that meets the needs and aspirations of current and future generations, it is vital we develop a cohesive delivery plan that makes us an attractive place to invest in”.

Chris Wheeler, Regional Head of Land and Development at Willmott Dixon, said; “The regeneration partnership is already making strides in shaping a lasting legacy for Torbay. This collaborative approach ensures that key regeneration sites and the spaces that link them together reflect overall vision of creating a thriving and sustainable Torbay.”

Stuart Harris, CEO for Milligan; said; “We want to make sure that what we deliver for Torbay brings about tangible long-term benefits. Over the course of the past eight months, we’ve met and had lots of positive conversations with a wide range of people across the Bay. Collectively we are looking forward to further engaging with the community as we all work together to repurpose Torbay’s town centres”.

David Leonard, Director of Leonard Design, said; “We are thrilled to be joining Torbay on their regeneration journey. Our ethos is ‘Think, Innovate, Excite’ and through our work we want to bring the community on the journey to ensure the future look and feel of their town centres is responsive to their needs and recognises and celebrates Torbay’s culture and heritage”.

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Torbay’s regeneration partnership

A public and private sector partnership between Torbay Council, Willmott Dixon and Milligan was set up in November 2023 to accelerate economic growth and regeneration in Torbay.

The partnership means the Council can draw on the strength and expertise of businesses with an impressive track record of working with local authorities to deliver regeneration projects across the UK.

About Willmott Dixon

Willmott Dixon is the UK’s leading independent construction and property services company. They deliver major mixed-used developments, delivering housing, retail and community facilities to create sustainable communities. https://www.willmottdixon.co.uk/  

About Milligan

Milligan is an innovative, agile and experienced real estate developer. Their vision is to revitalise towns and cities, creating inspired and thriving places. https://milliganltd.com/  

About Leonard Design

Leonard Design are an international architecture and masterplanning practice specialising in the design of mixed-use projects including residential, retail, offices, hotels, leisure and resorts. https://leonard.design/  

Pictured from left to right; Chris Wheeler (Willmott Dixon), Alfie Roden (Leonard Design), John Morgan (Leonard Design), Phoebe James (Leonard Design), Mike Anderson (Milligan).