‘Cranebridge’ – innovation raises city to new heights
Cambridge is towering ahead in the development stakes, with 50 cranes spread across the city. An active development review undertaken by property consultants Bidwells highlights the staggering growth currently shaping the city.
Bidwells and VINCI Construction UK host Contractors vs Consultants charity rugby match
Following the success of last year's inaugural Contractors vs Consultants rugby match, more than 25 local companies in the construction industry once again took to the field last week for another full contact charity event with a difference. The game at the Cambridge University Rugby Union Football Club raised an amazing £5,288 for Alzheimer's Research UK, which is locally based at Granta Park.
Bidwells' Mike Derbyshire speaks at National Planning Summit
Mike Derbyshire, Head of Planning at Bidwells, was among the key speakers at this year's National Planning Summit in London last week, where he tackled the issue of Permitted Development Rights for conversions to housing.
Bidwells and VINCI Construction UK host 'Contractors vs Consultants' charity rugby match
Following the success of last year's inaugural Contractors vs Consultants rugby match, more than 25 local construction companies will once again take to the field for a charity event with a difference – a game of full-contact rugby in Cambridge.
Chris Surfleet joins Bidwells as Head of new Heritage Team
Bidwells has launched a new Heritage Team which will be led by Chris Surfleet, who has a wealth of experience in the field, having worked on a wide range of high-profile heritage-related projects across the UK.
Bidwells announces business growth and team expansion
One of the UK’s leading property consultancies – headquartered in Cambridge and with 12 further offices across England and Scotland – is celebrating significant business growth and the expansion of its Building Consultancy Project Management team.
Pioneering John Bradfield Centre at Cambridge Science Park will boost tech sector
Construction is now underway on Trinity College’s £20 million technology centre at Cambridge Science Park, an innovative collaboration with the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills and Central Working.
Bidwells named as finalist in three categories for prestigious 'Planning Oscars'
Bidwells' Planning division has been named as finalist in three categories for the prestigious national RTPI Planning Excellence Awards.
Central Oxford regeneration scheme announced
A major £200 million mixed-use scheme, which will breathe new life into the heart of Oxford, has moved a step closer following the purchase of key land in the Oxpens area and the signing of a historic joint venture between Nuffield College, Oxford, and Oxford City Council.
Bidwells appoints Associate to grow its EIA team
Bidwells is further strengthening its Planning Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team with the appointment of Lisa Hall.
Bidwells London team puts their best foot forward for charity
Twenty people from Bidwells' London office put their best foot forward when they took part in a sponsored walk along a city section of Thames Path National Trail.
Bidwells announces strategic promotions for 2016
Bidwells' Senior Partner, Patrick McMahon, has announced a series of strategic promotions for 2016 and revealed that in the head office at Cambridge, a total of 13 people had been promoted.
Bidwells makes key senior appointments to Planning team
Leading property consultancy firm Bidwells is further strengthening its Planning team with two key senior appointments. Alison Wright, former RTPI Young Planner of the Year, joins along with retail and leisure specialist Baldip Basi, who prior to running his own company worked for Hepher Dixon. Both are also former Savills employees.
No let-up in demand for business space in Cambridge, says Bidwells
The Cambridge phenomenon continues to grow with office, laboratory and industrial take up remaining at record levels, while the demand for more space stays just as strong, Bidwells' latest Business Space Data Book has revealed.
Bidwells team takes part in the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
An intrepid team of 10 from Bidwells' Cambridge office took part in the gruelling Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for the East Anglia's Children's Hospice (EACH) - and they still made it to work the next day!
Bidwells hosts grand opening of new Stonecross residential office
More than 100 people gathered for the grand opening of the Stonecross residential office, which has undergone a major refurbishment programme to provide the Bidwells' team with a striking new venue fit for the 21st Century.
Bidwells stays top of the Cambridge market league table for 5th year in a row
Bidwells' Cambridge Business Space Agency team has been named top of a league table for a leading online news, research and information service for the commercial property market.
Bidwells team completes Prudential 100 bike ride to raise money For EACH
A team of three from leading property consultancy Bidwells has used its pedal power to complete the Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 Peloton Relay last Sunday – and has already raised over £700 for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospice (EACH).
Largest warehouse letting in the Eastern region so far this year
Cavenham Estates, advised by Bidwells and Merrifields, has let the 118,500 sq ft Galaxy warehouse, Mildenhall to regional timber and builders merchants Ridgeons.
Bidwells team set to use pedal power to raise money for EACH
Three keen cyclists from leading multi-disciplined property consultancy firm Bidwells, will be putting the wheels in motion to help raise money for the East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH). Matt Dawson, Doug Shulman and Colin Summers will be taking part in the Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 Peloton Relay on Sunday (2 August).
Bidwells comments on planning proposals
Mike Derbyshire, Head of Planning at Bidwells said: “The lack of housing in the right places is now seen as a major obstacle to growth and productivity, and planning reform is considered to be essential to increase housing supply.
Bidwells raises £63,955 for EACH as part of its 175th anniversary celebrations
Leading property consultancy firm Bidwells has raised an unprecedented £63,955 for East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) as part of its 175th anniversary year.
Bidwells seminar focuses on the future for Cambridge
A special Property Trends seminar which explored the future for Cambridge in terms of managing growth, the need for investment and the city’s uniqueness as an engine for growth was held last week at The Møller Centre, Cambridge, hosted by Bidwells.
Bidwells - Meeson Williams Phillips merger creates one of the largest property consultancies
Meeson Williams Phillips has joined forces with Bidwells, in a move which has led to the creation of one of the largest multi-disciplined property consultancies in Oxford. The merger has enabled Bidwells to increase its commercial and planning capability significantly.
Inaugural contractors vs consultants rugby match wins big for local charity!
Bidwells and VINCI Construction created a unique sporting spectacle to entertain the masses at Grange Road and raise approximately £4000 for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices.