The South West Quadrant

The distinctive houses in the South West Quadrant form the ten-acre site between Bridport Road and Middle Farm Way

From the south side the houses have spectacular views of the historic Iron Age hill fort Maiden Castle. The focal point of this quarter is Buttermarket, where 11 retail and office units have opened, including Butter Market Bakery. The bakery’ s iconic building The Butter Cross had long been identified in architect Leon Krier’ s masterplan. The large double height building forms a focal point to the square. The building was inspired by the 18th century brick language of buildings such as the Town Hall in Bridport. Building work started by CG Fry and Morrish Builders on this quadrant in 2006 and includes 190 homes, of which 59 are affordable, shops, offices and restaurants. Parkway Farm was also developed for heavier industrial uses and now includes Weymouth College’ s Centre of Vocational Excellence in Stonemasonry Skills. Here students can study traditional trades skills such as construction, plastering and plumbing.

Top: Apartments on Bridport Road Top Right: The view from the top of the Buttermarket. Photo by Limeleaf Media.