A ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the first show home at the Tapestry development in Battle, East Sussex took place on 27 February 2026.
Hosted by Rother DC Housing Company (RDCHC), the event marked a major milestone for the company’s first major housing project. It was delivered in partnership with Rother District Council (RDC) and supported by funding from Homes England.
Cllr Richard Thomas, Chair of RDCHC, joined Cllr Doug Oliver, Leader of RDC and Lorna Ford, Chief Executive of RDC to cut the ribbon. They were also joined by representatives from Greymoor Construction and special guests from the district and town councils.
Tapestry’s properties
Cllr Richard Thomas, Chair of RDCHC, said: “We’re very proud to officially open this stunning new show home to give house hunters their first opportunity to step inside and discover what makes these homes truly special. Now, property seekers can visit the development themselves, see the exceptional value first-hand and find out more about the homes and homebuying schemes on offer.”
Tapestry at Blackfriars features a mix of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom eco-efficient homes. Seventy properties will be for sale on the open market. 130 properties, acquired by the UK’s leading social enterprise, Places for People, will be available for Shared Ownership and affordable rented homes.
The Weaver show home is a four-bedroom semi-detached property that balances style, comfort and practicality for modern family living. It offers spacious open-plan interiors, generous bedrooms and a private garden, creating an ideal setting to relax and thrive amidst the historic charm of Battle.
Cllr Ruairi McCourt, Housing Portfolio Holder at RDC said: “We have been bowled over by the high quality of this wonderful show home which truly reflects the high standards we expect for homes being built for our communities. As the sole shareholder and lender to Rother DC Housing Company, we are committed to supporting high-quality, well-managed housing delivery across our district.”
The Tapestry development takes its name from the Bayeux Tapestry. It tells the story of the Norman Conquest of 1066 which cemented Battle’s place in British history.
The importance of Tapestry
The opening of the show home represents a significant step forward in delivering much-needed housing across the district. This includes affordable and accessible homes to local residents.
Through partnership between Rother DC Housing Company, Rother District Council, Places for People and Greymoor Construction, Tapestry demonstrates a shared commitment to increasing housing supply while creating sustainable, well-designed communities.
