Lantern Croft
Quince Way, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2YL
Prices from £315,000 to £500,000
Lantern Croft
Quince Way, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 2YL
Prices from £315,000 to £500,000
Temporary Access Changes at Lantern Croft
The works are expected to be in place for approximately 16 weeks from 27 July 2026. During this time, a signed diversion route will be available to maintain access to Lantern Croft.
Our Sales Information Centre remains open as usual, and we look forward to welcoming you. If you need assistance finding us before your visit, please get in touch with our team who will be happy to help.
Thank you for your patience and understanding while these improvements are completed.
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About the development
Site plan
In keeping with the local area, the homes on this modern development have been thoughtfully designed into two character areas and there’s a well-balanced landscape of homes with areas of green space at the core of Lantern Croft.
You can enjoy a pleasant walk around the development at any time of day whilst the cycle paths will connect you easily to Cam Drive and the city just 1 mile away. The planned play park will provide a safe space for children to enjoy the outdoors.
Key
Lantern Croft
The perfect place to be
Just a stone’s throw from Cambridge and only 2 minutes from the A10, Lantern Croft is a popular choice with commuters. Ely train station has a journey time of 1 hour 15 minutes into London Kings Cross and you can reach Peterborough in 34 minutes. With a variety of high street and independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and Ely Leisure Village nearby, there’s always something to see and do in Ely. It’s perfect for those who love to keep active, with a choice of sports clubs and facilities just a short distance away, whilst lots of schools in the area make it the perfect location for families.
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Supporting the local community
Read more about how we've helped the local community
Built by an award winner
Our Site Manager, David Tooley has been awarded with a Pride in the Job award for his work at Lantern Croft
Welcome to Ely
There is a real sense of community at Lantern Croft
Our investment
This is how much Taylor Wimpey has contributed last year
Hear from our customers
David shares his experience of buying his new home
Supporting the local community
Read more about how we've helped the local community
Built by an award winner
Our Site Manager, David Tooley has been awarded with a Pride in the Job award for his work at Lantern Croft
Welcome to Ely
There is a real sense of community at Lantern Croft
Our investment
This is how much Taylor Wimpey has contributed last year
David enjoys living in Ely
David Moncrieff is enjoying living in the picturesque city of Ely. "I wholeheartedly recommend Lantern Croft to anyone seeking countryside bliss. From the picturesque surroundings to the convenience of Ely's amenities, it's a haven worth considering.”It was the exceptional service of Taylor Wimpey's Sales Team that left a lasting impression. David said: "Working with the Lantern Croft sales team was an absolute pleasure. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine warmth made the entire home buying process not just seamless but genuinely enjoyable. Rachael, Linda, and Zoe went above and beyond, guiding me every step of the way with patience and a touch of humour.”
We donate a comfort hamper to The Orchards Care Home
We donated a care hamper to The Orchards Care Home in Ely, designed to bring peace and sensory comfort during a difficult time for both care home residents and their loved ones.We donated an assortment of items to the comfort hamper, including an Alexa device, allowing each resident to have music tailored to their preferences, a projector to display calming visuals in resident rooms, and poetry books to help soothe and uplift both residents and their families.
Rebecca Buck, Activities Co-ordinator at The Orchards Care Home, said: “We can’t thank Taylor Wimpey enough for their kind donation of a comfort hamper for our care home.
“Here at The Orchards Care Home, we do everything we can to make palliative care and end-of-life residents comfortable during such a difficult time. This hamper is just one way we strive to bring peace to residents and their families and Taylor Wimpey’s donations means so much to us. We thank them again for their thoughtful donation.”
Supporting the local community
We are very proud to have supported Isle Fest in Ely in 2022, with a £1,000 donation to provide a main stage for the festival. The annual event is organised by the Isle of Ely Primary School PTA to raise funds to help provide educational resources and extra curricular activities for the pupils.
The festival provided music and entertainment for all the family with headline tribute acts, appearances from the school choir and storytelling from Tiny T's theatre. Visitors also enjoyed a range of activities including traditional games, a raffle, craft stalls and local food vendors.
Heather Brooks, Chairman of the Isle of Ely Primary PTA, said: “Isle Fest was a successful vibrant day bringing our school and local community together and we would like to thank Taylor Wimpey for their generous support.”
Celebrating our award winning Site Manager
David Tooley has been named as one of the best in the UK after winning a prestigious Pride in the Job 2026 Quality Award from the National House-Building Council (NHBC). Only 450 people have been selected as winners, placing David Tooley firmly within the top six per cent of site managers across the UK.
David Tooley said: “I’m honoured to have received a Quality Award from the NHBC and to be recognised as one of the top site managers in the UK. I couldn’t have achieved this without the team at Lantern Croft who all support me in delivering high-quality homes for our customers. I’m delighted that our efforts have been recognised.”
Welcome to Ely
With its iconic cathedral skyline and picturesque riverside setting, Ely is one of Cambridgeshire’s most distinctive and welcoming cities. Blending historic charm with modern convenience, it offers a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and well-connected.Community spirit is at the heart of life here. A vibrant programme of events runs throughout the year, from the much-loved Food and Drink Festival to comedy nights, live music and seasonal celebrations. Whether you’re meeting friends in the market square or enjoying a weekend by the River Great Ouse, there’s always something to experience.
For those who enjoy staying active, Ely offers a wide range of sports and social clubs, including football, rowing and sailing. With open green spaces, riverside walks and leisure facilities close by, it’s easy to balance busy weekdays with restorative weekends.
Independent shops, cafés and restaurants sit alongside everyday essentials, creating a city that works just as well for professionals, couples and downsizers as it does for growing families.
Our investment
A home is more than just a house, it’s also about the community that surrounds it. And that’s why we’re invested in building communities that support local businesses, provide much needed facilities for the area and bring people together.
This is how much Taylor Wimpey has contributed last year...
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