Built Environment Networking Blog: South West News

United Trust Bank Backs £23 Million Luxury Apartment Project in Newquay

In a significant boost to Cornwall’s housing market, United Trust Bank (UTB) has announced its collaboration with the acclaimed development firm Stephens + Stephens to launch a £23 million luxury apartment complex in Newquay. Named Cliff Edge, this project is set to transform a former hotel site into a modern residential haven, featuring 32 high-end […]

Posted by: Mya Driver

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University secures landmark ESG loan for city campus plans from Barclays

University of Gloucestershire is one of the first universities in the UK to secure funding linked to its commitment to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals. The University has secured £29million in ESG linked loans from Barclays that will contribute to supporting its ambitious City Campus development and ESG goals: to recruit a higher proportion […]

Posted by: Leon Newton

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UTB supports £15 million PBSA scheme in a South West university city

United Trust Bank (UTB) was approached by an existing customer to support a 97-room purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Exeter. United Trust Bank agreed to the proposal and is now supporting the construction of a new, £15m Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development by ACE Student Living. The scheme in the centre of […]

Posted by: Mya Driver

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Watkin Jones practically completes on 335-bed PBSA scheme in Bath

Watkin Jones, the UK’s leading developer and manager of residential for rent, is pleased to announce that the Group recently practically completed on a 335-bed purpose-built student accommodation (‘PBSA’) scheme called The Brook, situated in Lower Bristol Road in Bath. This milestone marks the completion of the final development in a portfolio of three PBSA […]

Posted by: Deividas Krupstas

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Wavensmere Homes Receives Green Light for £55m Cheltenham Town Centre Redevelopment

Wavensmere Homes and BBS Capital have received unanimous approval from Cheltenham Borough Council’s planning committee for the redevelopment of the North Place surface car park, located within Cheltenham’s Central Conservation Area. Arkle Court will comprise 147 houses and apartments, designed to sensitively enhance the street scene, including Grade II* listed St Margaret’s Terrace. The £55m […]

Posted by: Mya Driver

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Weymouth Town Centre Set for £19.5 Million Regeneration Boost

Weymouth’s town centre is set to undergo a major transformation after securing £19.5 million in government funding aimed at revitalising the area. This financial injection is earmarked for critical projects designed to facilitate new housing and business ventures, marking a new chapter in the town’s development. The focus of the regeneration effort will be on […]

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Zara and Goldsmiths sign at Southgate, Bath

British Land and Aviva Investors have signed 37,000 sq ft of space to international retailers ZARA and Goldsmiths at SouthGate, Bath’s premium open-air shopping destination.  ZARA has agreed to take a 32,000 sq ft store, which will be the brand’s first outlet in the city. Located across two floors, the store will feature an extensive […]

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Zorin Finance £25M Loan For Former RAF Base

Zorin Finance has successfully finalised a £25 million loan for a residential project located on the grounds of an erstwhile Royal Air Force base in the South Hams district of Devon. The venture is set to deliver 98 homes across seven stages, featuring a blend of 68 private residences and 30 affordable housing units. Additionally, […]

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Zorin Finance completes £25m PBSA funding in Bath

Aternative property lending group Zorin Finance has completed two Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) transactions with Rengen Developments and Longacre Developments. The £25 million loan will be split into a development and an investment term loan secured against two mixed-use sites in central Bath. The Scala, Oldfield Park, Bath The £13 million facility will support the […]

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