Built Environment Networking Blog: London News

NUMA Group Launches First UK Venture with Bloomsbury Hotel Site

The NUMA Group has officially entered the British market through a collaboration with the New World Hospitality Group, introducing NUMA Bloom at the site of the erstwhile Bedford Corner Hotel in London. This launch marks the debut of the digital hospitality platform in the UK, at a prime location in Bloomsbury, central London, housed within […]

Posted by: Mya Driver

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OakNorth Bank completes £9.8m loan to Eccleston Square Hotel

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 […]

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Octopus funds purchase of land for 484-bed student accommodation

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

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Octopus Real Estate funds acquisition of Hackney Wick site for 337-unit co-living development

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

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Octopus Real Estate funds purchase of land to develop 244-bed student accommodation in Elephant and Castle

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

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Once in a lifetime regeneration scheme unveiled at Canada Water

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

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One To Watch: Croydon Seeks Local Insight for Town Centre Transformation

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

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One To Watch: Romford Masterplan Consultation Begins

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 […]

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OneIM Announces £335 Million Investment Strategy Targeting London Hospitality Market

OneIM has launched a £335 million investment strategy aimed at expanding its presence within the London hospitality real estate market. The move focuses on acquiring and converting suitable assets into lifestyle-led extended-stay and aparthotel properties, responding to continued demand for flexible accommodation formats in the capital. Partnership Focused on Lifestyle Hospitality Growth The strategy is […]

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Opportunity London delegation sees all the capital’s 33 local authorities showcased at UKREiiF

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 […]

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Orchard Street’s Impact Fund acquires South East London last-mile industrial estate for c. £21 million

– 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

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