Summerfield and Devon Contractors celebrate topping out milestone at Westpark 26, Wellington in Somerset
TAUNTON, SOMERSET UK / AGILITYPR.NEWS / June 23, 2026 / South West developers Summerfield and Devon Contractors have marked the completion of the outer frame and roof of eight industrial units at Westpark 26 Business Park in Wellington, Somerset with a traditional topping out ceremony.
The units form half of the planned development of 16 high quality, energy efficient and flexible spaces on the park which is home to a range of distribution, warehousing and manufacturing businesses. Construction of the remaining eight units is progressing well with the structural framework nearing completion.
Designed with sustainability in mind each unit will feature 15 solar panels, glazed entrance canopies, EV charging points and covered cycle storage. Flexible internal layouts range from 163 to 227 sq. m. with options for mezzanine floors and office space. The units will benefit from a 6.5 metre eave height and wide insulated electric loading doors.
Construction has required 188 tonnes of steel, 5,471 sq. m of cladding and 352 gabion baskets containing 449 sq. m of stone for retaining walls. Landscaping will incorporate mature hedges and tree lines, alongside bird, bat and dormouse boxes. External lighting has been carefully designed to have minimal environmental impact.
Driving in the last screw on the roof to mark the structural completion of the building's frame, Summerfield Group MD James Holyday said: “We are delighted with the progress being made. These units will provide an excellent addition to this popular business park.”
Managing director of Devon Contractors who are celebrating their 80th year in construction, Nigel Whelan, said: “It was a pleasure to join Summerfield Developments to celebrate this important milestone at Plot 19.
“Our two businesses share a long and successful history in the South West and projects like this demonstrate the value of strong partnerships built on trust, quality and a shared commitment to supporting local economic growth. We look forward to completing the development and seeing these new units provide opportunities for businesses in Wellington for years to come."
Anyone interested in the development should contact Alder King, JLL or visit https://www.summerfield.co.uk/commercial-type/current-developments/
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Image: Pictured (l-r) On the roof at Summerfield Court are Will Aspinall, assistant site manager; David Partridge, Summerfield divisional director; Ben Trickey, Summerfield commercial director; James Holyday, Group MD of Summerfield; Allana Brimacombe, Quantity Surveyor, Devon Contractors; Nigel Whelan, Managing Director, Devon Contractors and Stuart O’Higgins, Construction Director, Devon Contractors. © Summerfield
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Summerfield is a long-established, multi-award-winning business based in Taunton, Somerset, that has been developing property for over 200 years. The traditional family-owned building firm was founded in 1823 and has since become a trusted name in both residential and commercial development across the South West. From thoughtfully designed homes to high-quality workspaces, Summerfield creates characterful places with sympathetic styling and timeless craftsmanship.
Summerfield Homes, established in 2007, has built over 2,000 homes, with developments ranging from 10 to 300 properties. These developments combine sustainable construction with modern living, while offering some of the best locations across the South West. Every development is thoughtfully planned, and each home is tailored to complement its surroundings and bring communities together.
Summerfield Commercial has developed over 4 million sq. ft. of workspace throughout the South West, with well-known developments such as Blackbrook in Taunton and Westpark in Wellington. The company prides itself on providing the right space in the right place, whether that is a leasehold or freehold design-and-build option, or a flexible rental arrangement. Summerfield has a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, with over 160 tenants, ranging from local retail parades and modern offices to large industrial buildings and business parks.
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