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News, Property, South East

All homes sold at two new locations in Berkshire

All the homes at two Vistry Group locations less than two miles apart in Berkshire have now been sold, following a surge in demand for properties in attractive village settings post lockdown.

Construction work is in its final stages at Blue Mountain in Binfield and Archfield in Warfield, where Vistry’s Thames Valley region is building under its Linden Homes brand.

The 112 homes at Blue Mountain, off Temple Way, and the 52 properties at Archfield, off Newell Green, are now fully occupied, including the affordable homes provided for rent and shared ownership.

Blue Mountain was built as part of the regeneration of the former Blue Mountain golf course, alongside Bloor Homes.

Alix Laflin, marketing manager for Vistry Thames Valley, said: “Demand for homes has soared ever since the end of the Covid lockdowns. House moving decisions that were perhaps put on hold during the worst of the pandemic are now going full steam ahead.

“This part of Berkshire has proved particularly attractive to buyers as picturesque village locations with good transport links are highly prized. Both sites are within easy reach of Bracknell railway station and the M4, making them convenient options for people commuting to Reading or London.

“Vistry Group’s status as a five-star housebuilder with the Home Builders Federation (HBF), which means that more than 90 per cent of customers surveyed would recommend us to a friend, has also been a factor in these two developments selling out so quickly.

“In addition to this, our Blue Mountain development earned the Quality Recognition Award from Premier Guarantee, an accolade award to sites which meet the very highest standards in site management, workmanship and various other criteria.”

Vistry Thames Valley is also building under its Linden Homes brand at Copsewood in Wokingham, where a small selection of homes are still available to purchase.

For more information about these homes, visit lindenhomes.co.uk.

 

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Business & Property News, Midlands, News

Vistry unveils new show home in Telford

Vistry Group has opened a new three-bedroom Elmslie show home at its The Quarters @ Redhill location in Telford.

The housebuilder is delivering 148 homes for sale under the Linden Homes brand at the development, with a range of two, three and four-bedroom properties set alongside landscaped public open space.

The Elmslie showhome was opened to visitors on Saturday (23 July) and complements the four-bedroom Juniper showhome already open under Vistry’s Bovis Homes brand at the site.

Freya Halsall, marketing manager at Vistry Mercia, said: “Our beautiful three-bedroom Elmslie show home has been unveiled at The Quarters @ Redhill to welcome first-time buyers and young families to this stunning new development.

“The inside of the show home has been fully furnished by our expert interior designers, allowing buyers to explore and get a real sense of the high standard of quality our homes offer.”

With a traditional two-floor layout, the Elmslie house type features an open-plan kitchen/dining room along with a large living room with French doors leading to a private garden. Upstairs, the master bedroom has an en suite shower room and there are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Freya said: “The open-plan kitchen/dining room gives couples and families a place to cook and enjoy a meal together, while the large living room with French doors provides a light-filled and spacious environment to relax or socialise.

“The three well-proportioned bedrooms offer ample space to grow into or the opportunity to transform a room into a dedicated office for those working from home.

“The Quarters @ Redhill location has been extremely popular since its launch, thanks to its ideal location, just a short drive from Telford town centre and the M54 for links to Shrewsbury and Birmingham, yet with easy access to the idyllic Shropshire countryside.”

There’s currently a range of three and four-bedroom houses available to reserve under the Linden Homes brand at The Quarters @ Redhill, with prices starting from £284,995 and £335,995 respectively.

Vistry is also building 144 properties at The Quarters @ Redhill under the Bovis Homes brand, as well as a further 158 affordable homes available for local people through low-cost rent or shared ownership.

For more information about the new homes at The Quarters @ Redhill, visit bovishomes.co.uk or lindenhomes.co.uk.

 

Midlands News, News, Property, Property News

Vistry releases final home available with Help to Buy at Brampton location

The final home available with the Help to Buy scheme is now on sale at Vistry Group’s Brampton Park location in Brampton.

Vistry is building 219 new homes at the development under the Linden Homes brand, with a choice of homes currently available to reserve.

Help to Buy, which is set to end in March next year, allows first-time buyers to purchase a new-build home up to £407,400 in the East of England with just a five per cent deposit and 75 per cent mortgage. The remaining 20 per cent of the purchase price is provided as a Government-backed equity loan, which is interest-free for the first five years.

The four-bedroom semi-detached Burnet, priced at £397,000, is the last property that can be bought at Brampton Park using Help to Buy. Buyers must reserve their home and apply for the scheme before 31 October 2022.

Hannah Dorner, senior sales manager at Vistry East Midlands, said: “This is the final opportunity to use Help to Buy at our Brampton Park location. The scheme has been very popular here, helping a significant number of first-time buyers make that first step onto the property ladder in this beautiful part of Cambridgeshire.

“The Burnet is a stunning four-bedroom, three-storey townhouse, with an abundance of space making it perfect for young growing families.

“Downstairs, there’s an open-plan kitchen/dining room and a spacious living room with French doors to the garden, while the first and second floors each contain two double bedrooms. The master bedroom on the first floor has an attractive Juliet balcony overlooking the garden.

“The three-storey design also makes the home more adaptable to suit different lifestyles. Any of the rooms on the top two floors could provide dedicated space for a study, games room or home gym depending on the individual needs of the buyer.”

There’s currently a choice of three and four-bedroom homes available to buy without Help to Buy at Brampton Park, with prices starting from £315,000.

For more information about the new homes in this location, including the Burnet with Help to Buy, visit lindenhomes.co.uk.

 

 

 

 

 

Charity & CSR, News, South West

Scout set to embark on trip of a lifetime to South Korea

A young Scout from Bishops Cleeve is one step closer to embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to South Korea for the World Scout Jamboree in August 2023.

Thanks to a £500 donation from Linden Homes, Arnav Nayyen is nearer to reaching his £4,000 fundraising goal to be able to attend the 12-day event organised by the World Organisation of the Scout Movement.

The 13-year-old is a member of 1st Woodmancote Scouts and has earned one of 36 places to represent Gloucestershire as part of the UK’s contingent at the global Jamboree.

The World Scout Jamboree occurs every four years and brings together over 40,000 scouts from across the globe. It provides young people with a unique opportunity to find out about different cultures and faiths, gain an understanding of global issues, learn new skills, and take part in adventurous, educational and creative activities.

Arnav, who lives at an existing development by Linden Homes neighbouring the newly launched Woodland View, reached out to the housebuilder as part of his ambitious plans to raise money for the trip.

Arnav’s father, Sundar Thovalai, said: “We were grateful and delighted when Linden Homes responded to Arnav’s letter and agreed to donate £500 towards his goal. It truly means a lot to him as it is his dream to represent Gloucestershire at such a prestigious global event.

“Arnav has lots of plans to reach his goal, such as selling exclusive collector badges, bag-packing and hosting a bingo night. He has also reached out to other local businesses in the area seeking support.”

Arnav said: “I joined the Scouting movement as a Beaver when I was six back in 2014. Since then, I have learned so much from being a Scout. I truly enjoy every session and I’m inspired by how they equip me with the life skills needed for the next generation of young leaders.

“I’d like to thank Linden Homes so much for the money they’ve generously donated to me – I really appreciate it. It will go a long way towards my goal of £4,000. After the Jamboree, I’ll definitely be in touch to share my experiences!”

For the next 18 months, Arnav will prepare for the trip by learning new skills, bonding with his team and preparing for the experience and culture of South Korea, as well as fundraising the required £4,000 to attend.

Derek Platt, 1st Woodmancote Scouts group leader, said: “Arnav is one of three Scouts from Bishops Cleeve that have been successfully selected to join the Gloucestershire Contingent of the Scout World Jamboree in SaeManGeum in South Korea. They now need to raise money to fund the trip and have planned many fundraising events over the next few months.

“The theme of the Jamboree is ‘Draw your Dream’, representing a willingness to accept young people’s ideas and opinions. Now, more than ever, we need to listen to the youth of the world. Knowing that there are companies like Linden Homes out there waiting to support our Scouts to attend this event is really inspiring.”

Steve Jackson, unit leader for Gloucestershire Scouts, said: “Arnav’s strong leadership skills, teamwork, motivation and commitment meant that he stood out from his peers, which ultimately led to his selection for the trip.

“It’s fantastic that Linden Homes has been able to make this donation. We hope this unique experience will help inspire Arnav and his team members to become positive role models, as well as active citizens in their local communities.”

Charles Bond, sales manager for Woodland View, said: “The World Scout Jamboree is a truly fantastic opportunity for young people to expand their horizons and embark on an exciting, cultural and educational trip. We are therefore really pleased to support Arnav in his efforts to raise money to attend the event.

“We wish Arnav all the best as he continues fundraising and hope that the trip to South Korea is everything he hopes for.”

Linden Homes, which is part of the Vistry Group, has just launched a mix of two, three and four-bedroom houses at its new Woodland View development, off Gotherington Lane, next to the existing homes within Cleeve View.

To find out more information about Woodland View, visit lindenhomes.co.uk.

News, Property News

Three-storey homes in Cardington meet buyers’ changing needs

A new selection of homes have been released for sale at Linden Homes’ Falcons Lodge development in Cardington to meet the growing demand for three-storey properties.

The five-bedroom Ripley house type, which offers spacious accommodation across three floors, is now available to reserve, priced from £450,000.

Linden Homes, part of the Vistry Group, is delivering a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments, and two, three, four and five-bedroom houses at Falcons Lodge.

Hannah Dorner, Sales Manager for Falcons Lodge, said: “We are seeing high levels of interest in three-storey properties due to the growing need for designated work areas at home, without compromising on personal space and room for everyday living.

“The modern buyer is looking for a home where they can work, relax and entertain, and a larger home provides the space for all of these activities, as well as room to accommodate multi-generational living, if needed.

“The Ripley is a great example of the lifestyle that can be enjoyed in a three-storey home and the design is appealing to a wide range of buyers, from young people to growing families.”

There are currently two Ripley houses available to purchase at Falcons Lodge. The layout includes a large open-plan kitchen and dining room with French doors to the garden, which is great for everyday mealtimes and entertaining alike. There’s also a separate living room to the front of the home and a guest cloakroom off the hallway.

The first-floor landing leads to four bedrooms (one with an en suite shower room) and a family bathroom. With multiple bedrooms on this floor, there’s the option of using one for home-working or study if needed.

Meanwhile, the en suite master bedroom, with an attractive dormer window and roof light and extensive cupboard space in the eaves, occupies the top floor and is the perfect retreat at the end of the day.

Both properties, which are located opposite the development’s central green open space and play area, benefit from a garage and parking.

There’s also a choice of two and three-bedroom houses for sale at Falcons Lodge, with prices starting from £285,000.

For more information about Falcons Lodge, visit lindenhomes.co.uk/eastmidlands or call the sales team on 01234 430829.

Construction, Midlands News, News

Forces veterans build successful careers in construction with Vistry Group

Ex-forces personnel enjoying successful careers in construction with Vistry East Midlands are encouraging others with a military background to consider joining the industry.

As the UK celebrates Armed Forces Week (Monday 22 to Sunday 28 June), Vistry Group announced it has signed the BuildForce Veteran Alliance Charter, strengthening its support for ex-military personnel looking to transfer their skills and experience into the construction sector.

Vistry Group – whose housebuilding arm comprises Linden Homes and Bovis Homes – employs around 100 former service men and women across the country.

Several of Vistry’s ex-forces employees work for the company’s East Midlands division, which is based in Peterborough.

Among them is 40-year-old assistant site manager Kieron Pittore, who currently works at Linden Homes’ Kingsley Place development in Barnack, near Stamford.

Kieron, who was previously a Royal Engineer at RAF Waterbeach in Cambridgeshire, said: “For those who leave the military, it can be challenging to hold down a solid job, as it’s often difficult to adjust from an adventurous and active working style to a new role.

“But there are huge similarities between the armed forces and the construction industry, one of which is just how much your day-to-day job can vary. I’ve found the vast variety of tasks I have to complete throughout my working day really helps to keep me engaged, just like in my previous job.

“With every day working on site, I learn something new. My past work has helped me to pick up carpentry and plumbing knowledge, which I’m sometimes able to apply during my work on site too.

“I view my working day at Kingsley Place as a team effort from my time in the Army, and I’m not going anywhere without my team. We all work very hard to provide homes of the highest standard.

“This industry really benefits from military personnel – they have great discipline and high standards – and I really think there’s a job for everyone.”

Kev Frances, a 58-year-old site manager from Cambridge, joined the military in 1989 as an internationally based Pioneer, and has been working at Linden Homes’ Brampton Park development in Brampton for the past four years.

After leaving the army, Kev joined the construction industry as a carpenter and has worked his way up through the ranks, securing 11 prestigious Pride in the Job Quality Awards and two Seal of Excellence awards from the National House Building Council (NHBC) in recognition of his work.

Kev said: “The construction and sales team at Brampton Park are like a big family, just like it was in the Army.

“Military employees are trained to be well-disciplined and organised forward-thinkers with great planning skills. We’re also taught to take orders and to perform to the best of our abilities, which is exactly what I believe has helped me to be successful within this industry.”

Rob Spittles, 47, is the Production Director for Vistry East Midlands, and is based at the company’s regional office in Peterborough.

He was employed by the RAF as a Combat Engineer as a 16-year-old and was promoted to Royal Engineer before he left at the age of 28 to pursue a career in construction.

Rob said: “I started out in the construction industry as an assistant site manager when I left the Royal Air Force, and I’ve worked my way up through the ranks since.

“The military taught me resilience, interpersonal skills, man management, communication skills, and how to keep a calm head in stressful situations. These skills have really helped me to achieve a successful career working for a very well-regarded builder.

“Since Linden Homes and Bovis Homes became part of Vistry Group earlier this year, it has presented an array of career opportunities in all different locations across the East Midlands. I would encourage those from a military background looking for a new career to consider this industry, as I believe it is an excellent path to take for those with a military skillset.”

For more information about careers with Vistry East Midlands, visit vistrygroup.co.uk.