AN 18-month new-build project in a picturesque village on the Roseland peninsula has been officially unveiled.

Eight social rentals and five shared ownership homes have been built in Veryan, and a gathering of Coastline colleagues and local councillors visited the development to mark its opening.

Cllr Julian German, who had the honour of cutting the ribbon, said: “It’s fantastic to come to Veryan and see affordable homes which will have direct and immediate benefits on the village.

“We’re in an area where housing costs are high, so it’s vitally important we have affordable homes which keep people in the village and make a big difference to amenities such as the shop, pub and school.”

The Ochre Works development is on land between Roseland Gardens and the village’s sports and social club. It comprises four one-bed bungalows, four two-beds and five three-beds.

James Cox, assistant director of development and sales at Coastline, said: “We’re delighted with the development, which had certain challenges such as the discovery of an unknown storm water drain. Classic Builders overcame all issues on site to produce something which sits really well with the local vernacular and will provide fantastic affordable homes in Veryan.”

One couple to benefit from the new builds are Ben and Chloe, who were previously living with Ben’s parents in the village and welcomed their first child seven weeks ago.

“We are so grateful to have been given the opportunity to live here at Ochre Works,” said Chloe. “The house is so spacious - going from living in a small box room while expecting our first baby to living here feels like a luxury.

“It has changed our lives to have been given a home for our little girl to grow up in. We absolutely love living in Veryan, with such a community feel. We can’t thank Coastline enough for giving us this opportunity.”