A new social housing development has been named after the town’s historic mill workers.

Throwsters Court, on Maydews Passage, includes 36 brand new one and two bedroom apartments in a former mill building.

The name of the new development honours the town’s rich silk history and was inspired by the term throwster, a person who twists silk into yarn.

The name was suggested by Macclesfield’s Civic Society to owner Peaks and Plains Housing Trust.

The show flat is now open the new development, which overlooks the River Bollin and Macclesfield cenotaph.

Throwsters Court

The site used to be home to Park Green Mill and had planning permission firstly in 2008 then a larger scheme in 2011. But development stalled, leaving the area an eyesore.

Laura Astwood, development partnerships manager at Peaks & Plains, said the apartments could appeal to those looking for somewhere new, local and affordable.

She said: “We love the idea of naming the development after the mill workers, rather than the mill owners who have had several local streets named after them.

“After it sitting empty for so long, we are also delighted to be able to bring this key town centre location back into use.

“The modern design combined with the central location, within walking distance of the town centre shops and the train station, is already making these apartments a popular choice.”

The apartments feature a modern, open-plan lounge and kitchen, and large bedrooms.

Private parking is available for all residents.

The 12 one-bed apartments can be rented for £95 per week while the 24 two-bed apartments are £115 per week.

The first tenants are expected to be able to move in by August.