A landmark £250 million regeneration scheme for Maidenhead town centre was given the go ahead last night in a unanimous Council vote.

The decision paves the way for over 600,000 sq ft of new offices, retail and homes to be delivered in the Thames Valley town in time for the arrival of Crossrail services in 2019.

‘The Landing‘ was approved by councillors at the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead in a major step forward for a development just 100m from the future Crossrail station.

The regeneration of the 3.3 acre ‘Broadway’ site in Maidenhead town centre is being brought forward by Ryger Maidenhead Ltd, through London & Aberdeen Group.

Designed by Studio Egret West and Allies & Morrison, The Landing aims to deliver a new gateway for the town, providing 260,000 sq ft (net) of Grade A office accommodation and setting a new high standard for major HQ office buildings in Maidenhead.

The scheme also provides up to 225 new residential units of one, two and three bedrooms and 48,000 sq ft (net) of retail, set around an expansive central plaza.

Doug Higgins, Managing Director at London & Aberdeen Group, said: “This is a major step forward for Maidenhead and our vision will help reinvigorate the town centre and capitalise on Maidenhead’s status as a future Crossrail destination.

“The Landing will occupy a prime site between the station and high street and set a new standard for urban design in the Thames Valley, providing office accommodation suitable for major HQs, as well as homes and high-quality shops and restaurants.

“Local representatives have been at the heart of the design process for The Landing. The scheme has a clear role to play in helping Maidenhead maintain its place as a preeminent destination in the Thames Valley, creating a spectacular meeting place, new jobs, economic activity and a hub linking all parts of the town centre together.”