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New homes in Blackwell, Darlington.

An executive collection of 4 & 5-bedroom homes in Blackwell, Darlington featuring a range of signature homes that are anything but standard.

Designed for modern living and built to last, our open plan living spaces and multi-functional rooms at The Willows are designed with a high-quality specification and flexibility in mind, so you can use the space in a way that suits your lifestyle.

Bi-fold doors, designer kitchens, feature oak staircases, high ceilings and waterfall showers are just a few of the things included in our specification as standard.

The exceptional exteriors incorporate varying elevations, making the street scenes unique and your house different from your neighbours’.

Discover the way to live at The Willows and get in touch about your dream new home today.

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Key features

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Premium specification Included

Excellent transport links

Prestigious area of Darlington

Exclusive collection of homes

Nature corridor and green open space

A specification that’s anything but standard

Designed for modern living and built to last, our homes offer more than your average new build. Our high specification includes so many features to be proud of, like large open plan family areas that include a stylish kitchen with an island, Porcelanosa bathroom tiles and French or bi-fold doors out to the garden.

Experience our specification

What’s around The Willows?

The Willows is a hidden gem in the exclusive Blackwell area, only a short two miles from Darlington.

This development has excellent road links, closely located to the A66 and the A1 motorway.

Around the corner is Blackwell Grange Golf Club, and close by is South Park, a Council-run park with a cafe, an aviary housing parrots, sports facilities and host to local events.

Local amenities are within walking distance of the development, and many high street brands can be found in the centre of Darlington. A range of bars, restaurants and cafes can be found in Blackwell and Darlington, including The Bridge Inn and Maxine’s Restaurant.

There is also a wide choice of local schools, including Abbey Primary School and Mowden School.

Get in touch to find out more about our exclusive development, The Willows, in Blackwell, Darlington.

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Why choose Story?

Fiona at Summerpark sold us our last home and hopefully our next too! Fiona is always professional and is with you every step during the buying process.

Ayesha June 1, 2025

We’re buying our first home at St Andrew’s Garden and popped in to meet our new sales executive, Amanda, yesterday.

Mollie Downham June 1, 2025

Emma at story homes elmbrook park has been amazing and very helpful and goes out her way to make us feel welcome and help us with making the decision easier

Rebecca Farley May 31, 2025

Lee was on time worked all morning, just cracked on with the job, tidied up after himself and the finish is spot on

Natalie Williams May 30, 2025

The sales team were friendly, efficient and very helpful throughout the process, especially around our completion date when things were delayed by problems in the banking system.

John And Kathryn May 29, 2025

The aftercare team are second to none, any issue reported they are immediately available to rectify and amend, great service !

Daniel Summerhill May 28, 2025

As prospective buyers on the Robinson Fields development, both Amber and Brooke have been amazing in assisting us with our many enquiries, visits, snooping around the show homes...

Leah Kosepinar May 27, 2025

I can’t thank Fiona at story homes enough for all of her continued support whilst on my story homes journey. From early birding, to reserving my first home, Fiona has always kept...

Courtney May 26, 2025

Wendy was very friendly and helpful, she was able to answer all of our questions.

Sharon Storey May 25, 2025

Excellent experience with Story Homes. Dealt with a young lady called Emma based at the Elmbrook Park development in Coppull.

Josh Andrews May 25, 2025

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We’re proud to build high-quality homes designed for modern living, but the real proof comes from our homeowners. Hear firsthand about their experiences by visiting our Trustpilot page, where you’ll find honest reviews from people who’ve made their move with Story Homes.

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Homes that stand apart from the new build crowd

A Story home isn’t just another new build home, it’s a new build home that is beautiful on the inside and out, with all of the character that you crave from a second-hand home. Plus, our homes come with everything you need, and there’s no need for renovations.

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