Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre

We are moving forward with plans to create a modern, purpose-built medical centre in Polegate and Willingdon. This new facility responds to a critical shortage in local GP services and represents a major step toward improving healthcare for current and future residents.

The centre is designed to meet growing healthcare needs by providing a high-quality, sustainable facility for two GP practices. Our goal is to improve access to care, support new models of integrated health delivery, and promote long-term wellbeing across the area.

The centre will be located at the Hindsland site, which was approved in June 2025 following detailed feasibility studies. This location was chosen for its existing planning permission, good infrastructure links, and minimal ecological impact.

A New Standard of Healthcare Design

The building will be up to three storeys high, fully accessible, and step-free throughout. It will offer 99 parking spaces, seven accessible bays, and ambulance access. Patients will have access to a welcoming reception, waiting areas, and an on-site pharmacy.

The centre will meet BREEAM Excellent standards, with low-carbon materials, solar panels, and efficient energy systems. It’s designed for long-term flexibility, with potential for weekend services.

Designed for Everyone

This project goes beyond healthcare. It supports the wellbeing of our whole community by easing pressure on local hospitals, creating new employment opportunities, and bringing more foot traffic to nearby retail businesses. At the same time, we're embedding sustainability into every part of the design. Active travel is encouraged with pedestrian access, bike storage, and electric vehicle charging. Materials will be recyclable and locally sourced where possible, in line with our commitment to the circular economy.

This project aligns with both NHS sustainability goals and our local Climate Emergency Plan, helping us take meaningful steps toward a net-zero future.

An indicative site location plan highlighting the proximity of the two sites that were considered. This is a marked up version of a site plan presented by Tarn Homes as part of their public consultation.