Inham Nook
Broxtowe Borough Council identified an opportunity to bring forward the redevelopment of the former Inham Nook Public House and adjoining council-owned land as part of its wider Housing Delivery Programme.
The site presented a significant opportunity for brownfield regeneration, with the potential to provide much-needed affordable housing and revitalise an underutilised and prominent area within the local community.
In collaboration with AtkinsRéalis and the broader consulting team, the Council aimed to maximise the value of its land assets while increasing the supply of affordable homes throughout the borough. The project also sought to create a well-connected and appealing residential environment that would positively integrate with the surrounding neighbourhood, ultimately delivering long term social value for local residents.
Sector
Residential
Services
Architecture
Status
Completed June 2025
Client
AtkinsRealis and Broxtowe Borough Council
Location
Nottingham
Contractor
Nottingham Developments Ltd.
Contract Value
Circa. £3m
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Requirement
Lungfish Architects was appointed to conduct the initial feasibility studies, site appraisal, and concept design for the redevelopment of the former Inham Nook Public House and the adjacent council owned land.
The brief called for a strategic assessment of the site's development potential, focusing on options for affordable housing while balancing planning constraints, site viability, and the character of the surrounding residential area. A key objective was to establish a strong business case that would support future investment decisions and guide the Council's long-term regeneration strategy.
The project aimed to maximise housing delivery while creating a high-quality residential environment with a strong sense of place. Careful consideration was necessary to ensure that the development successfully integrates with existing streets and communities, while also providing meaningful improvements to the public realm and landscape.
I’m delighted to be able to have these new additions to our housing stock now ready to be lived in. I’m really proud of the standard of new homes that we’ve been able to deliver to those that need them most, including the addition of multiple accessible properties.”
Councillor Vanessa Smith, Portfolio holder for Housing of Broxtowe Borough Council
Solution
Lungfish Architects developed a comprehensive masterplan that integrates the site of a former public house with adjacent council-owned land, creating a coordinated residential development.
The proposals highlighted the potential to establish a sustainable and well-connected neighbourhood positioned around affordable housing and high-quality placemaking. The approved plan includes 15 affordable homes: five two-bedroom houses, seven three-bedroom houses, and three one-bedroom apartments located within a three-storey residential building.
The masterplan is thoughtfully organised to create an attractive and navigable development, prioritising landscape and public spaces as key elements. New pedestrian connections, top-quality outdoor areas, and a dedicated pocket park help to foster a strong sense of community while enhancing the character and appeal of the site.
Outcome
The project successfully transformed a constrained brownfield opportunity into a deliverable residential scheme that supports Broxtowe Borough Council's ambitions for affordable housing growth and sustainable regeneration.
The approved development provides 15 new affordable homes alongside improved public realm and green space, helping address local housing needs whilst creating a welcoming and attractive place to live. The inclusion of a pocket park and enhanced pedestrian connections delivers additional community benefits and contributes to the long-term quality of the neighbourhood.
The project demonstrates Lungfish Architects' expertise in strategic feasibility studies, viability-led masterplanning and affordable housing delivery. By providing clear early-stage advice and a robust development framework, Lungfish Architects helped unlock a previously underutilised site and support the delivery of a scheme that generates lasting social, economic and environmental value for Broxtowe Borough Council and the local community.
The Inham Nook Development will consist of 15 affordable homes, including houses and flats, on the former Inham Nook Public House and Barn Croft Garages site. The project will offer off-street parking, level access, and a pocket park. Designed for the rental sector, it aims to alleviate the housing shortage in the Borough. The Local Authority will retain ownership, and the development will feature electric vehicle charging, air source heat pumps, photovoltaic panels, and a highly insulated design for energy efficiency."
Andrew Hardcastle, Architectural Technologist of Lungfish Architects
