The Brooks
Elegant modern living with nature at its heart. Set in sought-after Burghfield Common, The Brooks is a development of 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom apartments with a new central green as a community-minded focal point. Residents will enjoy a natural connection with the existing village thanks to sympathetic architecture, enhanced pedestrian and cycle links, and a landscape design that eases the homes into their West Berkshire location
A unique location
While glorious countryside and the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Beauty provide peaceful surroundings, The Brooks is located 6 miles from Reading and 5 miles from the M4, ensuring town facilities and travel links are only ever a short distance away.
Designed around nature
With fields and woodland all around, The Brooks already enjoys a verdant setting, and Croudace Homes seeks to enhance this connection with nature. Careful consideration has been given as to how the homes blend in with their locale, and how residents can make a positive contribution to the environment just by choosing a home at The Brooks. A central green, multiple attenuation ponds and vibrant landscapes comprise 32% of green open space at The Brooks, providing a beautiful natural setting for the homes. Distinct character areas within the landscape scheme will celebrate their natural attributes while at the same time creating one cohesive place that sits in harmony with its surroundings.
Sustainability features
• PV solar panels integrated into selected homes
• Approximately 175 trees planted
• Electric vehicle charging points to all homes
• Bee bricks, bat and bird boxes, invertebrate boxes, hibernacula and log piles throughout The Brooks
A Local Way of Life
The village centre combines traditional and modern amenities with local shops, cafes, community centre, village hall, several recreation grounds, leisure centre, libraries and pubs. Burghfield Common’s strong sense of community is evident in various events throughout the year, creating a friendly atmosphere for residents. You will also find two friendly pubs in Burghfield Village. The Six Bells is a traditional hostelry and restaurant with a pretty beer garden, programme of live events and a dog-friendly policy. The Hatch Gate Inn is the place to catch live music and sports, as well as order your favourite Indian and British dishes. Nature enthusiasts enjoy the abundance of green spaces, including Burghfield Common Recreation Ground, and the serene Kennet and Avon Canal, creating an idyllic setting for outdoor activities. Burghfield Common seamlessly blends rural tranquility with modern comforts, providing residents a peaceful yet convenient lifestyle.
Education for All Ages
Burghfield Common has an excellent reputation for educational facilities, with nursery, infant, primary, junior and secondary schools all within walking distance of The Brooks. All those within a 1.5 mile radius are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, including Mrs Bland’s Infant School, Garland Junior School and The Willink School.
Stay Connected
The Brooks, located in the picturesque village of Burghfield Common on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, offers the perfect blend of serene village life and bustling town opportunities. Just 6 miles northeast lies Reading, while a short drive away awaits Theale train station for swift and direct access to London via the Elizabeth line, along with convenient access to the M4.
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Play a part in upholding a lasting legacy with the Englefield Estate; preserving a heritage and ethos creating a sustainable and protected environment to live in.
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A fantastic selection of 'good' Ofsted rated schools within walking distance.
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Superb transport links, by train: 11 minutes to Reading and 47 minutes to London Paddington. By bus 31 minutes to Reading with the bus stop directly outside the development, 5 miles to the M4 (Jct 11), not to mention international travel from London Heathrow, just 45 minutes away.
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Immerse yourself in village charm, with a wide variety of local village amenities as well as larger shopping opportunities just a stone's throw away in Theale and Reading.