The approval represents a significant milestone in the growth of Corston Architectural Details.

The scheme will deliver almost 6,000 sqm of high quality employment space, including research and development facilities, manufacturing workshops, warehousing and a new transport hub – all designed to support the company’s continued expansion and growing international demand.

The development is expected to create 100-150 skilled jobs, building on the success of Phase 1 and helping to retain young talent in the area. It will also support the company’s ambition to bring production back to the UK, strengthening the local economy and reducing reliance on overseas supply chains.

The buildings are designed to the highest sustainability standards using air source heat pumps, extensive solar panels and electric vehicle infrastructure to minimise environmental impact and future-proof operations.

This is a great example of how redundant rural sites can be reimagined as thriving employment hubs, delivering long-term economic, environmental and social value. Importantly, it enables a successful and fast-growing local business to expand and remain in the area, retaining investment and employment within Wiltshire.

At a time when Wiltshire has seen major employers move operations overseas, supporting established, thriving local businesses has never been more critical. This application offers real potential to create new opportunities for those affected by recent redundancies and to strengthen the region’s long-term economic resilience.