Building works begin at historic former high school site in Kelso

Local contractor M&J Ballantyne has started work to create more much-needed affordable housing on the historic site of the former High School in Kelso for Eildon Housing.

Building works begin at historic former high school site in Kelso

This development will consist of 36 new homes for extra care.

Architect Aitken Turnbull’s sympathetic design includes retaining the art deco facade of this attractive listed building.

The works will be carried out over two phases. Phase 1 is a two-year programme producing 36 new homes and Phase 2 will have a further 16 homes including two 2-bedroom properties with wheelchair access.

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