Housing
Rivington Chase for Caddick Construction
Location
Bolton, UK
Client
Caddick Construction
Completion
May 2025
Unique Feature
Floor Joists
Project Overview
Reviving a landmark at Rivington Chase
When Caddick Construction stepped in to revive the landmark Rivington Chase development in Horwich, they needed trusted partners capable of delivering excellence on a site steeped in industrial heritage. CLTK Joinery Services was appointed to deliver the full joinery package for the latest phase of the regeneration: 116 high-quality affordable homes built on the historic grounds of the former Horwich Loco Works.
As part of a £262 million masterplan the development not only supports local housing needs but also preserves the legacy of a site that once stood at the heart of Britain’s railway engineering industry.
The Challenge
The project brought several unique challenges to the CLTK team:
Heritage Sensitivity: Working on a site with deep historic significance required precision and respect for the local legacy.
Mixed Units: Delivering a consistent standard of joinery across both apartment blocks and family homes.
Speed of Delivery: Synchronising with Caddick’s construction timeline to avoid delays in a high-visibility regeneration scheme.
Volume and Scale: Executing large-scale joinery installations efficiently across 116 units.
Energy & Sustainability Focus: Meeting building performance standards in line with modern expectations for energy-efficient social housing.
Project Highlights
Timber Frame/Studwork
Roof Structures
First Fix Doors and Windows
Second Fix Finishes
Staircases & Balustrades
Kitchens and Fitted Furniture
CLTK’s Comprehensive Joinery Package
CLTK Joinery Services delivered a full suite of joinery solutions tailored to this complex, multi-unit residential development.
Structural and First Fix: Timber Frame/Studwork: Supplied and erected structural internal partitions and framework across all houses and apartments.
Roof Structure: Installed trusses, joists, and roof timbers for varied building elevations and configurations.
First Fix Doors and Windows: Framed openings to specification, including structural supports and thermal considerations.
Second Fix and Internal Finishes: Doors and Ironmongery: Installed internal doors, architraves, and ironmongery to housing association standards.
Skirting and Finishing Timberwork: Fitted all internal trims to ensure a clean, professional finish in each dwelling.
Staircases: Manufactured and installed staircase units in all applicable two-storey homes.
Kitchens and Fitted Furniture: Delivered and fitted bespoke kitchen units and integral storage systems in every property.
What we said
Lee Verdorn, CLTK Managing Director, said:
“Being part of the Rivington Chase development has allowed us to demonstrate CLTK’s ability to deliver at scale without compromising on detail. Our team brought experience, speed, and care to every unit — from timber frameworks to the last fitted cupboard. It’s a privilege to help breathe new life into a site with such important local and national history."
What they said
"CLTK Joinery Services delivered outstanding workmanship across the Horwich scheme. Their attention to detail, quality of finish, and commitment to the build programme made them a vital contributor to the success of this phase. Their joinery team consistently delivered on time and to specification, helping us stay on track on a site that means a great deal to the local community.”
Site Manager, Caddick Construction
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