Work begins on £7 million Doncaster care centre

A South Yorkshire construction project is set to improve local healthcare.

G F Tomlinson has begun work on the £7 million Bentley Primary Care Centre in Doncaster, bringing “much-needed” health and community services under one roof. 

Located on Chapel Street in the heart of Bentley, the three-storey, 1215sq metre facility will provide purpose-built, modern spaces to support integrated healthcare delivery for City of Doncaster Council.

Funding for the project has come from NHS England, with NHS South Yorkshire ICB providing revenue once the building is operational. 

Officials say the centre, due for completion in spring 2026, will consolidate two existing GP practices – Don Valley Healthcare and The Ransome Practice – offering patients state-of-the-art facilities, increased access and choice, as well as improved integration of NHS services.

Anthony Fitzgerald, executive place director for Doncaster, NHS South Yorkshire, said: “This development is brilliant news for the Bentley area and surrounding communities.

“A new state-of-the-art primary care centre will ensure our communities are serviced by the best possible, efficient healthcare which meets their needs.”

Councillor James Church, cabinet member for neighbourhoods, planning and public health at City of Doncaster Council, added: “We are delighted to see work begin on this project, which will allow for the Bentley community to receive local healthcare easier and more efficiently than ever. 

“Accessing healthcare more efficiently has many benefits, with none more important than residents being able to access healthcare right in the heart of their local community. 

“This is a must for all communities, and it is brilliant news that this local project is now underway.”

Construction is taking place on the former Bentley Community Library site, which has been cleared for the development. 

G F Tomlinson is responsible for both the design and construction of the steel-framed building, which will feature a mix of brickwork and cladding, along with associated external works. 

The project will achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating, with sustainability features including rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle charging points and integrated bird and bat boxes.

As part of its commitment to social value, G F Tomlinson will deliver a number of initiatives throughout the project, including providing apprentice placements, work experience for local students, engagement with voluntary and community organisations and using the local supply chain wherever possible.

Adrian Grocock, managing director at G F Tomlinson, added: “We’re very pleased to be working with City of Doncaster Council on this much-needed care facility for the Bentley community. 

“As our first project with the council, we’re excited to build a strong working relationship, while further strengthening our healthcare portfolio, having recently delivered successful schemes such as Greenwood House Medical Centre in Stafford and West Bridgford Medical Centre in Nottingham.”

Further stakeholders involved in the scheme include P+HS Architects, Sewell Advisory as project manager and Bridges Pound as structural, civil, and geotechnical engineer. 

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