Dock 5: The new £53m dockside apartments bridging city life and green space in Salford
Dock 5 is located on the waterfront of the River Irwell and has been described as “one of the greenest spots in Salford” - offering access to the city centre on foot or via public transport links.
A selection of brand new apartments at a sought-after dockside development in Salford are being made available to view this month.
Located in Ordsall, just a short walk from both Manchester city centre and MediaCityUK, Dock 5 is said to offer the “best of both worlds” in terms of city life and green space as it boasts a wide array of on-site facilities, with a state-of-the-art gym on the way, communal workspaces, and different resident areas.
Dock 5 townhouses and apartments are available both furnished and unfurnished – with 121 homes up for grabs from October.
Developer ForLiving will use profits from the venture to reinvest into the local community, and build new housing schemes to help end homelessness.
“Our team has been putting the finishing touches to the first phase of Dock 5 and our stunning show home,” explained Mark Edwards – Strategic Lead at ForLiving.
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“We’re extremely proud of the community we’re building here in Ordsall and we’re confident people will fall in love with the sleek design, the fantastic location and the opportunities for work and play in a safe, friendly hub.”
Dock 5 townhouses and apartments are available both furnished and unfurnished – with 121 homes up for grabs from September / Credit: ForLiving
He continued: “We’ve put people at the heart of every decision we’ve made here.
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“This has helped us add in those extra touches which will make lives easier like parcel lockers, cleaning services, a gym and even pet-walking services.”
Edwards says the development has already generated lots of interest already from locals, graduates, creatives and professionals alike.
“We also know that people are increasingly passionate about being socially conscious, so feel really reassured when they learn about ForLiving’s wider commitment to invest profits back into the community and to help build new schemes to tackle homelessness,” he added.
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Dock 5 is being promoted as offering the ‘best of both worlds’ in terms of city life and green space / Credit: ForLiving
Dock5 is located on the waterfront of the River Irwell and has been described as “one of the greenest spots in Salford”.
It offers access to the city centre on foot or via public transport links.
The Ordsall area has enjoyed significant investment in recent years – with more jobs being created in neighbouring MediaCityUK, and hundreds of new homes being built on the waterfront.
It is also known for its beautiful historic manor house, Ordsall Hall and famous musical connections like Salford Lads Club which appeared on the sleeve of The Smiths’ The Queen is Dead album.
Dock 5 is home to an array of on-site facilities including a cinema, state-of-the-art gym and communal workspaces / Credit: ForLiving
Looking for luxury living with “community and connectivity from dusk till dawn”? Those interested in organising a viewing at Dock 5 can enquire online.
Government extends ‘lifeline’ household support fund over winter
Emily Sergeant
Vulnerable households in England are set to receive support for the cost of essentials this winter, the Government has announced.
As summer draws to a close and the autumn and winter months edge closer towards the end of the year, the Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has this week announced an extension to the Government’s already-successful Household Support Fund for the next six months up until April 2025.
The Government says the £421 million extension “gives certainty” to local Councils and authorities across England over the winter months.
As the cost of living crisis sadly continues to make its impact felt nationwide, the Government is urging pensioners and anyone struggling with the cost of energy, food, and water over the colder months to contact their local Council to see what support may be available to them.
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has announced an extension to the #HouseholdSupportFund for the next six months
As well as covering the cost of winter essentials, many Councils also use the Household Support Fund beyond emergency support too – including working with local charities and community groups to provide residents with key appliances, school uniforms, cookery classes, and items to improve energy efficiency in the home.
The extension of the Household Support Scheme for a further six months comes after the Government has unfortunately revealed that around 1.3 million more people have fallen into poverty since 2010/11 – with living standards falling by the largest year-on-year drop since records began in 2022/23.
With the new Government continuing with its work to “deliver growth in the long term”, the extension of the Fund will help Councils to prevent vulnerable households from experiencing “an immediate cliff edge” of support with a tough winter ahead.
The Government has announced an extension to the ‘lifeline’ household support fund over the winter / Credit: Pixabay | pxhere
“We are extending the Household Support Fund for the next six months, because it is a lifeline for people who are struggling with the cost of living,” explained the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Liz Kendall.
“The dire inheritance we face means more people are living in poverty now than 14 years ago.
“This Government is taking immediate action to prevent a cliff edge of support for the most vulnerable in our society, and at the same time, we are taking action to fix the foundations of our country through our plans to grow the economy, make work pay, and Get Britain Working again.”
Council Leader @bevcraig has welcomed the extension of a multi-million pound which gives a vital lifeline to thousands Manchester people struggling with the cost of living.
Manchester’s City Council leader, Bev Craig, has welcomed the Fund’s extension.
“While we continue long-term work to address the causes of poverty, there is no doubt that extra short-term help is still urgently needed for those feeling the impact of the cost of living crisis on top of 14 years of austerity,” Cllr Craig commented.
“Today’s announcement will ensure we can give that extra support to those who need it most and we will work with the new government to tackle the long-term root causes.”
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Plans unveiled to turn old Oxford Road HATCH site into new ‘entertainment hub’
Emily Sergeant
Exciting plans have been unveiled to create a brand-new “entertainment hub” in the heart of Manchester city centre.
One of the UK’s fastest-growing leisure chains, STACK – which already has several similar successful sites across the country in places such as Newcastle and Sunderland – has announced that it has now taken control of the former HATCH site beneath the flyover on Oxford Road, and will be transforming the space into a “dynamic blend” of street food, bars, and live entertainment.
The proposed new venture, which will be called STACK Manchester, has been designed with a gateway arch entrance from Oxford Road, leading to an expansive open plaza surrounded by street food vendors and bars.
Forming a permanent feature of the Oxford Road Corridor if approved, STACK Manchester will be housed in repurposed shipping containers, and arranged over two levels.
Developers say the design of the new site will incorporate “ample” glazing and pavement seating to create a “lively frontage that connects seamlessly with the street”.
Central to the development is a large stage, which will be a focal point for daily live entertainment that ranges from family-friendly events and quiz nights, to mass sing-alongs and dog shows, and in addition to this, there’ll also be two new outward-facing retail units and a dual-aspect coffee shop.
Former traders from HATCH are encouraged to apply for a place in the new STACK Manchester, and will be given priority during the selection process.
Speaking as the plans for the new development were unveiled this week, Neill Winch, who is the CEO of STACK, commented: “We believe this site is the perfect fit for our concept, and we’re excited to bring our blend of street food, bars, and live entertainment to Manchester.
“Subject to planning approval being granted, we are confident STACK Manchester will become a much-loved venue for local residents as well as a successful visitor attraction.”
The Manc -
5th October 2021 
