A new planning application has been submitted to transform part of Plymouth’s Royal William Yard, with 24 luxury townhouses proposed inside the historic Factory Cooperage building.
The project marks the next chapter in the Royal William Yard regeneration of the Grade I listed site, one of the city’s most recognisable waterfront landmarks.
A new era for Factory Cooperage
The plans form Phase 2 of development at Factory Cooperage, following the success of the first phase which has already delivered sought-after homes. Developers Urban Splash and Poppy Developments are behind the scheme, aiming to create a blend of modern comfort and heritage charm.
Heritage meets modern living
Royal William Yard is home to the largest collection of Grade I listed military buildings in Europe, and has been undergoing regeneration for more than 20 years. Once complete, Factory Cooperage will be one of the final major buildings at the Yard to be transformed.
The development comes during the Yard’s 200th anniversary year, with other changes including the arrival of Arcade retail units and a new car park expansion.
What happens next?
The application comes as Real Ideas moves its Ocean Studios creative space from Factory Cooperage to Devonport Guildhall, opening the way for new residential use.
If approved, the townhouses would join a thriving community of restaurants, cafes, shops and cultural venues that have made the Yard one of Plymouth’s most popular destinations.
Tom Lowry, Development Manager at Urban Splash, said:
“Poppy Developments has established itself as a trusted partner within the Yard community. Their expertise in sensitively converting these historic buildings, combined with their understanding of what buyers are looking for, makes them the ideal developer to complete this important project.”
A milestone in Plymouth’s regeneration story
Royal William Yard has become a symbol of Plymouth’s waterfront transformation. From its naval roots to its current status as a cultural, leisure and residential hub, the Yard continues to evolve as a place where people can live, work and relax by the sea.
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