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Blog 02.05.18

The building industry has seen a technological revolution in recent years to make construction faster, cheaper and safer. From drones, to AI (Artificial Intelligence), to BIM (Building Information Modelling) – we’ve made it possible to live and breathe the construction of a building before the first brick is laid. But how far have we taken our lifecycle modelling of new construction methods and materials? – will these buildings last?

Modern Construction - Is it Built to Last?

Blog 25.04.18

In their representations to the Inquiry, the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority have proposed, in simple terms, an ‘agricultural land value cap’ as a form of Land Value Capture (LVC).

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Land Value Capture

Blog 17.04.18

A recent Court Judgment has brought some additional and important clarification on how non-designated heritage assets (NDHAs) in Conservation Areas should be dealt with in the context of planning decisions.

Non-designated heritage assets in Conservation Areas

Blog 06.04.18

Bidwells looks into what makes Oxford and Cambridge two of the most beautiful universities in the world.

The most beautiful universities in the world

Insights 05.04.18

Harwell Campus is a science and technology hub and home to approximately 240 organisations employing over 5500 people.

What is Harwell Campus?

Blog 04.04.18

Biosciences and biotechnology are booming in the United Kingdom, with the country set to become the third-largest biotech hub in the world.

How to Start a Biotech Company

Blog 03.04.18

A listed building is a UK building that is recognised by the Secretary of State (for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport) as being of national importance due to its historic significance or architectural merit.

What is a Listed Building?

Blog 09.03.18

A period property is a property that was built during a specific time period, characterised by a distinctive architectural style. There is no binding definition as to which time period a property should come from to fit this classification, but it usually refers to an era before World War I. Victorian, Georgian and Edwardian properties are often referred to as period properties as well.

What is a Period Property?

Blog 02.03.18

Heritage architecture is a term that refers to buildings or structures of historical or cultural importance, which are a vital part of the country’s heritage and require conservation. This architecture comprises a large portion of the UK’s heritage sector.

What is Heritage Architecture?

Insights 01.03.18

The Essex Design Guide has been updated and relaunched for the first time in thirteen years. Bidwells summarises the important updates that could affect you.

Launch of New Essex Design Guide

Blog 09.02.18

There are several factors data centre providers must consider when setting up colocation services, including location and proximity.

Data Centre Hotspots

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Blog 03.02.18

Curtilage is an important legal concept when it comes to property and land. It refers to an area of land attached to a house, which forms one enclosure with that house – for example, a garden, a yard or an outbuilding.

What is Curtilage?

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Norfolk & Suffolk Industrial Databook - August 2025

The Norfolk & Suffolk industrial market has delivered a strong recovery in 2025, driven by renewed investor confidence and occupier demand.

Summer 2025

Offices & Labs Databook Oxford - August 2025

Oxford’s office market sees strong central demand while labs market polarises.

Summer 2025

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Offices & Labs Databook M1 South - August 2025

Office demand in Milton Keynes surged to a seven-year high in the first half of 2025, spurred by major regional developments like the proposed Universal Studios theme park.

Summer 2025

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Offices & Labs Databook Norfolk & Suffolk - August 2025

Norwich’s office market is experiencing renewed momentum, fuelled by a thriving tech, renewables and research ecosystem.

Summer 2024

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Summer 2025

Discover how March's stamp duty rush led to a dramatic April crash and get expert predictions on whether mortgage rate cuts in 2026 will fuel the anticipated housing recovery amid persistent economic headwinds.

29.07.25

Offices & Labs Databook Cambridge - July 2025

The Cambridge office market has made a strong start to the year, driven by the city’s science and tech cluster.

Summer 2025

Driving Innovation at Speed

Motorsport innovation solving world challenges in the UK Motorsport Cluster

19.07.25

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Investment for Growth: Now is the time to go big

Life science spinouts are key to unlocking the UK’s global scientific potential.

05.06.25

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Investment for Growth: The case for micro-economic reforms

Is Britain Ready to Grow Again?

20.05.25

Cambridge Residential Rental Market Report, Spring 2025

In our Q1 2025 report, uncover surprising shifts in Cambridge housing values, the critical impact of the delayed Renters Rights Bill, and expert insights on whether this cooling trend will continue amid economic uncertainties.

12.05.25

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Cambridge Industrial Databook March - 2025

Strong take up activity driven by traditional industrial occupiers

20.03.25

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Oxfordshire Industrial Databook - March 2025

High-quality space and major investments fuel market momentum

20.03.25

May 2026

Bidwells Oxford Town & Gown 10K 2026

Bidwells Oxford 10k is the oldest run in the Town and Gown series. Inspired by a local boy Daniel Cleaver who had muscular dystrophy, it started in 1982. Daniel’s father and local runners set up the event as a fun run to raise money for muscular dystrophy and to this day all profits still go to our work.

10.05.26

Oct 2025

Amplifying Black Voices in the Built Environment

We are delighted to invite you to a special panel discussion hosted by Bidwells in celebration of Black History Month.

16.10.25

Oct 2025

Bidwells Cambridge Town & Gown 10K 2025

Bidwells Cambridge 10k is Muscular Dystrophy's autumn run of the series and will be back on Sunday 5 October 2025. Register your place now. Don’t miss out.

05.10.25

Sep 2025

Essex Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution Breakfast Briefing

Chelgate Local and Bidwells, in conjunction with the Essex Developers Group, invite you to join us at a focused breakfast briefing on the biggest changes to local government in Essex for decades.

12.09.25

Sep 2025

BioWednesday | Now is the Time to Go Big : Scaling Science and Tech Successfully

In partnership with One Nucleus we are delighted to invite you to our breakfast seminar, Now is the Time to Go Big: What Science & Tech Businesses Need to Scale Successfully, drawing on insights from Bidwells’ latest report Investment for Growth.

10.09.25

Jun 2025

Creating a Scientific Superpower 2025

Brought to you by the Oxford-Cambridge Supercluster & Bidwells, the Creating a Scientific Superpower conference returned for its fourth year.

05.06.25

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May 2025

Devolution, the opportunity for Oxfordshire

Bidwells and Cavendish invite you to an exclusive breakfast and panel session of insightful speakers, bringing together key experts to discuss the future of governance and growth in Oxfordshire.

28.05.25

May 2025

Bidwells at UKREiiF 2025

At UKREiiF 2025, we examined Investment for Growth in the Bidwells Pavilion. Visitors joined us for discussions on the biggest opportunities that were driving productivity, innovation, and impact.

20.05.25

May 2025

Navigating Planning Reforms: Is This the Path to Progress?

UKREiiF 2025 brought together a panel of leading voices to ask a pivotal question: Are the latest planning reforms truly delivering progress, or simply adding new layers to an already complex system?

19.05.25

Jan 2025

Oxford Local Plan Watch Winter Update & NPPF Insights

Join us this January for our Oxford Local Plan Watch Winter Update, a breakfast event that will dive into the latest developments in local planning and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

23.01.25

Nov 2024

The Productivity Engine: Unlocking Oxford’s Economic Potential

Oxford is on the brink of transformative growth, with real estate and strategic infrastructure key to unlocking its economic potential. Join us to explore innovative housing, high-tech workspaces, and the future of Oxford’s productivity - shaping both local communities and the wider economy.

21.11.24

Nov 2024

Housing Matters: finding collaborative solutions to the UK’s housing shortage

Join acclaimed author, barrister, and public speaker Hashi Mohamed for a breakfast panel session, followed by a keynote presentation, on 18th November 2024.

18.11.24

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