Former pub could become Greggs, flats and a Co-op

A DISUSED pub in Oakdale could be demolished to make way for a Co-op, a Greggs, and affordable flats.

Previous plans approved in 2018 secured permission for the new shops and the demolition of the New Forge pub in Brynhoward Terrace.

This application adds 16 one-bedroom apartments to the scheme.

All of the apartments will have a joint kitchen and living area, a bathroom, and a private terrace.

The design and access statement, prepared by the RPS Group on behalf of the Swanseabased developer Castell Group, said the scheme would provide “much-needed affordable housing” in Oakdale.

There is already a Co-op in the area, but the applicant has said this is “not fit for purpose”.

The plans, which have been submitted to Caerphilly County Council, state: “It does not meet the needs or expectations of the local community in terms of stock choice and it does not meet the basic operational requirements of the Co-op.”

If the plans are approved, there will be 35 car parking spaces in total – 19 for customers of the shops, and 16 for the residents – in addition to cycle storage. A decision on the plans is expected to be made by the council’s planning officers by January 3.