Plans to expand a business park near Tewkesbury, which could see hundreds of new jobs created and generate millions for the local economy, have been granted approval this June 2026.
A proposal from Tiarks Property Developments to extend Brockeridge Park off the A38 in Twyning was previously rejected by Tewkesbury Borough Council due to conflicts with its local development plan, according to local democracy reporter Carmelo Garcia.
But after an independent planning inspector found the proposed development of employment land was in fact much needed in the borough, the decision was overturned in May 2026, with the scheme securing outline planning consent this month.
Providing high-quality office space for a range of businesses – from property, environment and financial services, to software development – the existing Brockeridge Park business centre was developed around a Grade II listed, traditional brick and tile barn, and boasts a rural countryside setting and close proximity to major transport links in the M5 and M50.
The new development will see the site extended by 11.7 hectares, delivering up to 33,329 sq m of warehousing for storage and distribution use.
In a planning inquiry triggered by an appeal from the applicant, the inspector found there was a significant shortfall of employment land in the joint core strategy area of Tewkesbury, Cheltenham and Gloucester, and that the 'chronically underperforming' development plan was 'out of date', having been 'overtaken by events on the ground'.
Acting on behalf of the applicant, Black Box Planning director, Conor Flanagan, said they are pleased the development can go ahead after a lengthy planning journey, with the original application submitted in 2021.
He said: 'This planning application was supported by planning officers and notably GFirst LEP, and will deliver circa 500 high-quality new jobs and economic investment at a fantastic location for logistics in Gloucestershire.
'The local economic impact is £27 to 30 million of gross value added per annum, supporting £16 to 20 million in annual wages and salaries from operational employment, as well as the significant economic benefits felt during the construction phase.'
