The Land Trust Welcomes Stanton Cross into Its Growing Portfolio

The Land Trust is delighted to announce that Stanton Cross, a major new mixed‑use
development of 3,650 homes created by Vistry has officially joined our national portfolio of
well‑managed and sustainably stewarded open spaces. This milestone marks a significant
step in the long‑term care and placemaking of one of Northamptonshire’s most exciting new
communities.

Beginning in March 2026, Land Trust Residential Services will assume responsibility for
Stanton Cross’s open spaces on a phased basis. On Friday 20 March, the first stage of this
collaboration was completed, bringing the management of key areas under Land Trust
stewardship. These valued green spaces will now be protected, maintained, and enhanced for
the benefit of residents, wildlife and future generations.

Alan Carter, Chief Executive of the Land Trust, said: “We are incredibly pleased to welcome
Stanton Cross into our portfolio. This partnership with Vistry at Stanton Cross reflects the very
best of what the Land Trust stands for, long‑term stewardship, strong collaboration, and a
shared commitment to creating places where people and nature can thrive together. By
working closely with the developers and the community, we’re securing a sustainable future
for these green spaces and ensuring they remain welcoming, well‑managed and beneficial for
generations to come.”

For more than 20 years, the Land Trust has delivered sustainable, financially secure
management solutions for parks, woodlands, natural landscapes and community green
spaces across the country. Our mission is rooted in the belief that well‑cared‑for green spaces
transform lives creating healthier, happier communities while supporting nature recovery and
long‑term environmental resilience.

About Stanton Cross

Stanton Cross is a major growth project for Wellingborough, designed to bring new homes,
employment opportunities, commercial spaces and vital infrastructure to the area. Situated
near the railway station, the development offers excellent connectivity to London and regional
hubs, making it an attractive destination for residents and businesses.

Key features of the development include:

• 3,650 new homes, providing a wide mix of housing options
• New commercial and retail spaces to support local economic growth
• Significant infrastructure investment, including roads, cycle routes and pedestrian links
• High‑quality public green spaces, parks and community facilities
• A focus on sustainable design and long‑term environmental responsibility
  
  This first phase of open‑space transfer the green space around over 1,000 homes into Land
  Trust management, enabling immediate delivery of charitable outcomes around health,
  biodiversity, community cohesion and active lifestyles.
  

Additional Update: Elowen Garden Village Joins Land Trust Residential Services

Alongside the progress at Stanton Cross, the Land Trust is also pleased to confirm that the
Elowen Garden Village service charge site in Knowsley has recently transferred into our
management. This site forms the first phase of the wider Halsnead Garden Village, which will ultimately
include:

• 1,600 new homes
• 33 hectares of new green spaces
• A new 28‑hectare Country Park, designed and delivered by the Land Trust at Cronton
  Our teams are working closely with partners to ensure future residential phases and strategic
  open spaces continue to come into Land Trust stewardship. Work on the new country park will
  commence once Tritax completes essential groundworks for the wider development.