Banners Gate assist with the delivery of Spitfire Green, a landmark residential scheme by Barratt David Wilson Homes.
All images courtesy of Barratt David Wilson Homes.
Situated in Manston, near the coastal town of Ramsgate. Comprising 492 homes delivered across three development phases, this vibrant new community has been designed to integrate modern living with an emphasis on green infrastructure, biodiversity, and sustainability.
Design & Community
Spitfire Green offers a mix of apartments and family homes, many with views overlooking over 4.5 acres of public open space. The development is centred around inclusive outdoor living, with a children’s play park, wildlife zones, and landscaped areas that encourage residents to connect with nature.
This is a community where comfort, convenience, and a sense of belonging come together — supporting everyday life while promoting long-term wellbeing
Ecology & Sustainability
The project goes far beyond basic environmental standards, embedding biodiversity and sustainability throughout:
Over 4.5 acres of accessible public open space
Over 1.5 acres of wildflower meadows with bee-friendly planting
Nearly 400 trees and 4,700 saplings and hedgerows planted
Installation of bird and bat boxes, habitat piles, and log piles
Creation of biodiversity areas designed to support local wildlife
Almost 1 km of hedgehog highways to promote safe movement for small mammals
Inclusion of timber-frame homes to reduce embodied carbon
Electric vehicle charging points for future-ready transport solutions
Project: Spitfire Green
Location: Manston, Kent
Client: Barratt David Wilson
Sector: Housing & Apartments
Size: 492 Units
Project Highlights
492 new homes across a three-phase development
Diverse range of apartments and family houses
Over 4.5 acres of landscaped public open space
Dedicated children’s play area
Over 1.5 acres of wildflower meadows and bee-friendly planting
Nearly 400 trees and 4,700+ saplings and hedgerows planted
Bird/bat boxes, habitat piles, biodiversity areas
~1km of hedgehog highways
Timber-frame homes for sustainable construction
EV charging points across the development
£4M+ in S106 contributions supporting local infrastructure
Excellent access to retail, road, and rail links
Connectivity & Lifestyle
Spitfire Green is just five minutes from Westwood Retail Park, giving residents convenient access to shops, amenities, and leisure opportunities. Its location benefits from excellent road links via the A2 and M2, while the nearby Thanet Parkway Station provides high-speed services into Ashford and London, making it ideal for commuters.
Social Value & Investment
As part of the development, more than £4 million in Section 106 contributions has been committed to supporting local healthcare, education, transport, and community infrastructure — ensuring lasting benefits for both new and existing residents of the area.
Outcome
Spitfire Green is a benchmark for sustainable, community-driven development. It blends modern housing with rich green infrastructure, while also delivering tangible environmental and social value. Banners Gate is proud to support the delivery of this exceptional project, helping to shape a greener, healthier future for Kent.
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