24/02/2025
OneMedical Property Finalises Land Transfer for New Health Care Facility in Sible Hedingham from Braintree District Council.
Braintree District Council has completed the process to transfer a plot of land located in Sible Hedingham to OneMedical Property. The land transfer will pave the way for the construction of a state-of-the-art medical centre designed to meet the healthcare needs of the local community in the future.
With planning permission and necessary approvals already secured, OneMedical Property is set to proceed with the development of a modern, purpose-built facility that will replace the three GP surgery sites currently run by the Hedingham Medical Centre.
While OneMedical Property will own and manage the new building, Primary Care health services will continue to be provided by Hedingham Medical Centre.
The new facility, which will be just under 1,000 square metres in size, will feature 11 clinical rooms, a spacious waiting area, reception, dispensary, utility and storage spaces, as well as dedicated staff rooms and office space. The building will be designed to a high standard, incorporating the latest in healthcare design principles to ensure a welcoming and functional environment for patients and staff alike.
This new centre is part of a collaborative effort between OneMedical Property, ACA - Alessandro Caruso Architects, Hedingham Medical Centre, NHS Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board, Braintree District Council, and local residents and community groups. Together, we have worked to design a building that not only meets the current needs of the community, but is also adaptable for future growth.
The facility will serve approximately 12,000 patients from Sible and Castle Hedingham, Great Yeldham and surrounding villages. The practice currently cares for around 9,000 patients, and the new facility will accommodate the anticipated growth of the local population. It will also support the practice’s commitment to offering increased access to healthcare services, including extended operational hours and the use of new technologies to provide virtual consultations for patients unable to visit in person.
A key feature of the design is a focus on sustainability and accessibility. The building is expected to achieve a BREEAM 'Excellent' rating, a leading international sustainability certification. Additionally, the new medical centre will feature biophilic design elements, sound-absorbing materials, and abundant natural light, creating a healthier and more pleasant environment for patients, visitors, and staff. It will also be built with pandemic-proof features such as multiple entrance points, glazed reception screens, and spaces designed to support social distancing.
With the land deal now finalised, OneMedical Property will soon be entering the final stages of the construction tender process. Following the award of the contract, work will begin on preparing the site, with construction set to follow shortly thereafter.