CG Fry & Son: Developer Profile
With a proud heritage dating back to 1930, CG Fry & Son has become one of the South West’s most respected regional housebuilders. They are based in Litton Cheney, Dorset, where the business was first founded by Charles Fry.
The company remains a family run company now led by his grandson, Philip Fry. Throughout its long history, CG Fry & Son has earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, attention to detail and a commitment to creating places that stand the test of time.
Each year the company builds around 340 homes across Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire and Hampshire. They work closely with legacy landowners and local authorities to deliver developments that enrich communities.
CG Fry & Son’s philosophy goes beyond bricks and mortar: it aims to leave behind a lasting legacy for residents and the wider community.
CG Fry & Son: A legacy of quality and craftsmanship
As an award winning builder, CG Fry & Son is renowned for blending traditional skills with modern building techniques. The company, which has its own in-house design department, employs skilled craftspeople and uses quality materials, supported by its own joinery workshop, ensuring that every home reflects the highest standards of design and finish.
In addition to residential developments, CG Fry & Son operates a contracting division, handling a wide variety of projects including bespoke homes, listed building refurbishments, affordable housing, commercial premises and small works.
Landmark developments by CG Fry & Son
The company’s long-term partnerships with the Duchy of Cornwall have produced some of the South West’s most admired and sustainable communities. Among its most notable achievements are Poundbury in Dorchester and Nansledan in Newquay.
These developments exemplify CG Fry’s approach to thoughtful, urban design, blending traditional architecture with modern living and strong environmental principles.
Across the region, CG Fry & Son has a growing portfolio of developments, including:
Durbeyfield Park in Marnhull, Dorset
A charming collection of village style homes, which include solar panels and air source heat pumps. 3 and 4 bedroom properties are available from £397,500.
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Chesil Reach in Chickerell, Dorset
A charming development with natural beauty on its doorstep. 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom houses available from £287,500.
Poundbury in Dorchester
The company’s flagship urban extension, featuring classical architecture and neighbourhoods. A mix of 2 bedroom apartments and 3 & 4 bedroom homes for sale from £330,000.
Nottington Park in Weymouth, Dorset
Offering beautiful homes near the sea, with community appeal. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom properties for sale from £330,000.
Nansledan in Newquay, Cornwall
A sustainably designed coastal community, built in partnership with the Duchy of Cornwall. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom properties for sale from £317,500.
Jurston Fields in Wellington, Somerset
Combining countryside charm with modern convenience. 3 and 4 bedroom homes for sale from £355,000.
Mountbatten Park in North Baddesley, Hampshire
Ideal for families and commuters seeking a semi-rural lifestyle. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom properties available from £375,000.
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Future developments
Welborne in Hampshire
The company’s future vision is embodied in its role as one of three regional housebuilders delivering the first phase of Welborne Garden Village in Hampshire. This pioneering development will feature 6,000 new homes, more than 50% green space, and a landscape led design. Features will include woodland, allotments, tree lined streets and extensive networks of footpaths, cycleways and bridleways.
Homes at Welborne will combine traditional architecture with innovative sustainability, incorporating low carbon water source heat pumps for heating and cooling, EV charging points and gigabit fibre broadband. Designed under the guidance of Town Architect Designer Ben Pentreath, Welborne represents a new generation of garden living, where beauty, community and sustainability come together.
Market Fields, Sturminster Newton in Dorset
Market Fields will be a characterful new development of 86 new homes in the historic market town of Sturminster Newton.
Located off Bath Road - between Rabin Hill and The Gavel - Market Fields has been named to reflect the site’s rich trading history and will feature a beautiful collection of 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes. The development will showcase a charming mix of cottage and classic house designs, utilising local stone, bay windows, and sash windows. In addition to the energy efficient new homes, Market Fields will also provide public open space, a play park, and improved public footpaths to connect the development to the surrounding areas.
Situated approximately 10 minutes' walk from the town's Market Place, the development provides easy access to nearby towns and villages, including Shaftesbury, Stalbridge and Blandford Forum.
For more information about CG Fry & Son and its developments, visit www.cgfry.co.uk.
Article overview
Founded in 1930 in Litton Cheney, Dorset, CG Fry & Son is a family run regional housebuilder led by Philip Fry, grandson of founder Charles Fry. The award winning company builds about 340 homes each year across the South West, partnering with landowners and councils to create enduring communities. Renowned for craftsmanship, quality materials and an in house joinery workshop, it blends traditional skills with modern methods. Beyond housebuilding, it delivers bespoke homes, listed refurbishments, affordable housing and commercial projects. Landmark schemes with the Duchy of Cornwall include Poundbury and Nansledan. Future plans include Welborne Garden Village, a 6,000 home, landscape led, low carbon community vision.
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Publish date 8th December, 2025
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