Digital consultation can open up Arc conversation
The chance to shape the future of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc is approaching in June. With digital planning opening up new channels of communication, it’s time for everyone to make their voice heard, says Rob Hopwood, Bidwells planning Partner.
Industrial supply in Cambridge reaches low level as science and tech sector grows
Bidwells Spring 2021 report reveals that the Cambridge Industrial market supply has reached its lowest level in more than 15 years. The availability rate has dipped to 3.7%, leaving only a few immediate options for occupiers seeking space.
New homes at former Waterbeach Barracks site move a step closer after first land sale
The first new homes at the former Waterbeach barracks and airfield site in Cambridgeshire have taken a big step forward after master developer Urban&Civic confirmed that Stonebond Properties has been selected as the development partner for the first gateway parcel.
Demand for offices and laboratories are at an all-time high, being driven by knowledge-intensive industries
Bidwells' spring 2021 report reveals the second half of 2020 saw office and laboratory take up return to trend levels following a COVID-19 disrupted H1. Cambridge has been on the axis of the UK pandemic response sustaining business activity across the city. The take-up continues across various business sectors but dominated by knowledge-intensive industries.
Government’s Oxford-Cambridge Arc plan to help drive £20bn investment into region
As leading property advisor to the science and technology sector, Bidwells welcomes government moves announced today (18 February), that will help bring billions of pounds of funding for jobs, housing and infrastructure into the Arc’s knowledge economy.
Residential rental market in Cambridge dominated by science and technology as region continues to lead UK’s response to Covid-19
New research from Bidwells, the leading property consultancy for the Oxford-Cambridge Arc, has revealed that the strong science and technology (S&T) industry base in Cambridge has shaped the city’s residential rental market.
£760m investment into Oxford/Cambridge railway key to bolstering UK life sciences, says Bidwells
Patrick McMahon, senior partner at Cambridge-based property consultancy Bidwells, responds to the Government's £760 million investment for reinstating 20 miles of railway line that will connect Oxford and Cambridge - two regions where the UK's life sciences industry has a critical mass.
Bidwells’ 2020 logistics success helps drives the local economy
2020 proved a remarkable year for the Bidwells’ Logistics and Industrial team after surpassing their 2019 record achievement by almost 1.75m sq ft.
Cambridge residents value outdoor space and broadband the most
Cambridge residents have valued private outdoor spaces (57%) and high-speed broadband (57%) as top home priorities during a lockdown, according to a new report released by Property Consultants Bidwells
National Infrastructure Strategy: Councils will need resources to deliver and knowledge economy shouldn't be forgotten about, says Bidwells
In response to yesterday’s Spending Review and National Infrastructure Strategy, which has just been published, Mike Derbyshire, head of planning at property consultancy Bidwells, said:
Is the green belt choking green economic growth?
The Oxford to Cambridge Arc has been identified as the location for exciting new infrastructure, real estate development and regeneration, but how can this large-scale development be ‘green’?
Multi-layered transaction completed on Peterborough warehouse
One of the most multi-layered transactions during the recent COVID-19 lockdown has resulted in Bidwells and Knight Frank brokering a deal involving a surrender and new lease on a 189,687 sq ft warehouse on Kingston Park, Peterborough.
Cambridgeshire set to see major investment in infrastructure
There are efforts to make Cambridgeshire and Peterborough more connected and to spread the economic success of Cambridge across the County, according to the newly released Local Plan Watch by Property Consultants Bidwells.
Oxbridge office and lab space remained resilient against Covid-19
Take-up of office and laboratory space in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc has remained remarkably resilient in the first half of this year as the region’s leading role in the fight against Covid-19 continues to drive demand for space, according to recent reports by Property Consultants Bidwells.
AstraZeneca- Oxford Biomedica deal demonstrates value of collaborative culture to UK plc, says Bidwells
Patrick McMahon, senior partner at Bidwells, a property consultancy focused on the Oxford-Cambridge Arc, comments on AstraZeneca's £15m deal with Oxford Biomedica.
Office and lab take-up in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc remains resilient as region continues to lead UK’s economic response to Covid-19
Take-up of office and laboratory space in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc has remained remarkably resilient in the first half of this year as the region’s leading role in the fight against Covid-19 continues to drive demand for space, new research shows.
Bidwells' view on Cambridgeshire offices and labs - summer 2020
The Cambridge office and laboratory market continued to see lettings throughout the lockdown period, with the life sciences sector dominating activity, says Bidwells.
Peterhouse and Abstract confirm 300,00 sq ft office deal
Peterhouse College, Cambridge, and property developers Abstract have exchanged contracts to acquire a 9.17 acres (3.71Ha) site adjacent to the Cambridge global base of ARM plc from the Wright’s Clock Land Charity.
Research paper explores ‘Knowledge Networks: London and the Ox-Cam Arc’
In partnership with Bidwells, New London Architecture (NLA) has today (June 10) launched its long-awaited research paper ‘Knowledge Networks: London and the Ox-Cam Arc’.
Cambridge and Oxford could get back to work faster as two of the UK’s top cycle-to-work cities
According to research by Property Consultants Bidwells, Cambridge and Oxford are well placed to get back to work quicker and easier after the first lockdown-easing measures.
Bidwells forecasts huge increase in demand for workspace in Oxford-Cambridge Arc as cluster leads UK’s fight against Covid-19
New Bidwells research has revealed that up to 20 million sq ft of new lab and office space will be required in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc within the next two decades to keep pace with soaring demand, twice the volume of the previous 20 years.
R&D collaboration across Arc offers hope in an age of uncertainty
While economists sought to rejig their models following the financial crisis, adjusting for a pandemic, the likelihood of a cure and a whole range of science and tech related variables in between presents a far greater challenge. Delving into how the Oxford-Cambridge Arc is performing during the current climate, Sue Foxley, Research Director at Bidwells, shares insight into how R&D…
Charity heroes pull together in 180th birthday year to meet Bidwells’ Grand Challenge
The proceeds of a frenetic year of 180th birthday fundraising was formally donated to cancer care charity Maggie’s this week when Bidwells’ Senior Partner Patrick McMahon proudly presented a cheque for £92,297.
Cambridge office market continues to triumph despite economic uncertainty
The Cambridge office market has proved robust throughout the past year, with take-up moving well ahead of the 10 year average. This is largely due to the city being untouched by the uncertain economic outlook generated by Brexit and December General Election, even when it has caused a dent in business investment.
Bidwells’ award-winning planning team mobilises to meet growing interest in Oxford-Cambridge Arc
Seven new planners and 12 promotions have boosted Bidwells’ award-winning Planning team as it continues growing to meet increased client interest in the Oxford-Cambridge Arc.