OakNorth Bank completes £9.8m loan to Eccleston Square Hotel Dec 20, 2022 OakNorth Bank has provided a £9.8m loan to boutique London hotel, Eccleston Square Hotel. The capital will be used to refinance existing debt and support the hotel’s future growth strategy. Previously known as Elizabeth Hotel, the five-storey, grade-II listed site was converted from a B&B in 2010, is managed by Olivia Byrne, and comprises of 39 double […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Octopus funds purchase of land for 484-bed student accommodation May 1, 2024 Octopus Real Estate, part of Octopus Investments and a leading UK specialistreal estate investor and lender, has provided a commercial loan tocomplete the purchase of a site located in Deptford, London. The site hasdetailed planning consent for the development of a 484-bed studentaccommodation scheme, alongside 42 affordable residential apartments. The loan has been provided to […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Octopus Investments backs £50m rollout of electric vehicle charging company Weev Jun 6, 2023 Octopus Investments (Octopus), part of Octopus Group, an investment company investing in the people, ideas and industries that will change the world, has today announced its investment into Weev, the electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator based in Northern Ireland. Octopus is backing Weev’s rollout plan with up to £50 million to address the shortage […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Octopus Real Estate funds acquisition of Hackney Wick site for 337-unit co-living development Jan 22, 2025 Octopus Real Estate, part of Octopus Investments and a leading UK specialist real estate lender and investor, has provided a loan to Mitheridge Captial Management for their prime development site on Wallis Road, Hackney Wick, London. The site has detailed planning consent for the creation of a 337-unit co-living scheme, with Halcyon Development Partners acting […] Posted by: Deividas Krupstas Read more
Octopus Real Estate funds purchase of land to develop 244-bed student accommodation in Elephant and Castle Mar 19, 2024 Octopus Real Estate, part of Octopus Investments and a leading UK specialist real estate investor and lender, has provided a commercial loan to complete the purchase of a site located in Elephant and Castle, Central London. The site contains detailed planning consent for the development of a 244-bed student accommodation scheme. The loan has been […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Once in a lifetime regeneration scheme unveiled at Canada Water May 25, 2022 Delivering up to 3,000 new net zero homes, office space for an estimated 20,000 workers and up to one million sq. ft. of leisure, cultural and education facilities, the 53-acre Canada Water masterplan is a once in a generation opportunity to reimagine a 21st century town centre for London. Located in the heart of London […] Posted by: Leon Newton Read more
One To Watch: Croydon Seeks Local Insight for Town Centre Transformation Apr 24, 2024 Croydon Council is inviting local residents to participate in a series of workshops aimed at shaping the future of the town centre. These sessions are part of the council’s broader initiative to develop a comprehensive Town Centre Regeneration Strategy over the next 15 years. The initiative seeks to engage community groups, businesses, and local citizens […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
One To Watch: Romford Masterplan Consultation Begins Apr 25, 2024 Romford’s Labour Councillor, Jane Keane, has voiced her support for Havering Council’s initiative to engage with residents regarding the forthcoming Romford Masterplan. The Masterplan is set to outline potential changes to Romford Town Centre, focusing on objectives such as economic growth, sustainable communities, and improved infrastructure. Councillor Keane emphasised the importance of preserving Romford’s unique […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Opportunity London delegation sees all the capital’s 33 local authorities showcased at UKREiiF Apr 11, 2022 The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) has secured Opportunity London as a partner for May’s inaugural conference in Leeds. UKREiiF is set to bring together thousands of delegates comprising of investors, funders and developers who are all looking for new opportunities across the UK – and the delegation from London’s 33 local […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Orchard Street’s Impact Fund acquires South East London last-mile industrial estate for c. £21 million Jul 1, 2024 – Asset to be transformed in line with stringent Impact Fund objectives, targeting an accelerated route to net zero carbon alongside location specific social needs– Orchard Street Investment Management has completed a further acquisition on behalf of its £400 million Impact Fund. The Orchard Street Social and Environmental Impact Partnership has acquired an ultra-urban, highly […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Oval Real Estate acquire Mayfair office building for £125 million Aug 16, 2024 Chinese Estates Holdings has sold an office building in London’s prestigious Mayfair district to local developer and investor Oval Real Estate for £125.4 million. The property at 14 St George Street in London’s West End was put on the market two months ago. This decision came after the freehold property’s average occupancy rate dropped to […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Oval Real Estate Secures £136 Million Refinancing Loan from Just Group for ‘Kensington’ Office Portfolio Nov 13, 2025 Oval Real Estate has successfully secured a £136 million refinancing facility from Just Group for its ‘Kensington’ office portfolio, marking a significant milestone in Oval’s ongoing growth strategy and underscoring Just Group’s expanding presence as a real estate lender. The three-year facility is secured against a portfolio of seven Grade A, multi-let offices located across […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
