Wates Developments

John Tarvit, our Director of Planning chaired the Surrey Development Forum annual conference yesterday. The event brought together key leaders to shape the future of housing and planning in Surrey. As a company based in and operating in Surrey for over 125 years, Wates was delighted to have John play such a key role in the day. You can read more about John's experience from the day in his post below. #SurreyDevelopment #Housing #Planning #WatesDevelopments

We’re delighted to announce that Wates Strategic Space has exchanged on an 80-acre site in Wellesbourne. This land will be promoted for employment uses and is a great addition to our growing commercial land portfolio. The site in Wellesbourne, Warwickshire, presents an exceptional opportunity for development and is close to the strategic road network, just 3 miles south of J15 of the M40. The site can deliver in excess of 1 million sq. ft. of employment-generating uses and will contribute positively to the local economy. Wates Strategic Space will now work to promote the site through the local plan process. Thank you to Justin Quibell at HOLT PROPERTY and Sarah Ferguson at Cripps for helping us get this one across the line. Wates Strategic Space is part of the Wates Developments Group and is focused on unlocking commercial land potential. Our specialist team procures commercial land suitable for sustainable logistics and retail warehousing and takes projects through the planning process to gain market-facing approvals that meet the latest sector needs. We are always on the lookout for new commercial and residential land opportunities. If you are aware of any potential sites for commercial use, please email us at: commercial.land@wates.co.uk or to discuss any residential land opportunities, please email us at land@wates.co.uk To find out more about our land promotion and investment services, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eRb6swtg #industrialandlogistics #warehousing #sustainabledevelopment #landandplanning #WatesStrategicSpace #logisticsrealestate #commercialland #residentialland

Thanks to the Land, Planning and Development Federation for featuring two of our recent announcements in their October newsletter. This month’s edition shares the news of our latest High Court win at Farnham and details of our most recent land sale at Andover. Discover more in the newsletter below: #land #planning #watesdevelopments

Last week, we shared the news that Holly Rush had completed her time on the Wates Management Training Programme, and now you can follow in her footsteps as applications for the Trainee Management Programme 2024 are NOW OPEN! If you’re looking to make a real impact in your career, this is the perfect place to start. Whether you're a sixth-form or college leaver, graduate, or considering a career change, we have an early career opportunity for you. 👉 Apply now to begin your career journey: https://lnkd.in/eEsPmdjF #CareerOpportunities #TraineeProgramme #CareerChange #GraduateJobs #EarlyCareers #UKJobs

Last week, thirteen dedicated Wates team members, including Lorraine Carroll, Senior Secretary at Wates Developments Group, participated in the Assisted Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) programme. Led by our inspiring charity partner, PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide this two-day course provided invaluable skills and insights into suicide prevention, equipping our team with the tools to offer support when it’s needed most. In England and Wales alone, 6,069 people felt there was no other choice but to end their lives in 2023. By participating in ASIST, our colleagues, including Lorraine, are now better prepared to intervene, listen, and provide a lifeline to those who may be struggling. The training underscored the importance of truly listening—creating a safe space where someone can openly share their experiences and, in doing so, potentially rediscover hope and safety. As mental health advocates, we believe in fostering a culture of understanding and support across Wates. The ASIST course is a vital part of our wider commitment to mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that our team members feel prepared and empowered to assist those around them. If you’re considering similar training, we encourage you to explore it. Sometimes, just one conversation can change a life.

Congratulations to Holly Rush on her promotion from the Wates Project Management Programme. Holly joined the Wates Developments team in September 2022 and she continues to do sterling work across all her projects as well as supporting the wider team. We’re lucky to have such phenomenal women within Wates Developments. We’re proud of the strides we've made together as part of Wates Group in championing gender equality in the workplace, with 50% of our team at Wates Developments being female. Please join us in congratulating Holly on this much-deserved promotion. #landandplanning #planningapppication #planningappeal #femaletalent

We help landowners get best value from their assets and deliver much-needed new homes in sustainable locations throughout the south of England, the west and the Midlands. We believe the key to our business is, and always has been, relationships, so we're always delighted when we receive positive feedback on how we work and the results we achieve. "Working with the Wates team has been an absolute pleasure. I have been extremely impressed with their professionalism throughout the process, having been kept informed every step of the way. I would certainly recommend Wates as a partner of choice." The Patty family (landowners from Crowborough). Our team of experts brings commitment, dedication, and integrity to every project. We believe our clear values of doing what we say we will have never been more important to land agents, advisors, and landowners themselves. So, a big #thankyou to all landowners who entrust us with their vision. #Partnerships #Landowners #Collaboration #Sustainability #WatesDevelopments

We proudly announce that John Tarvit, Director of Planning at Wates Developments, will chair this year's Surrey Development Forum Annual Conference. The event brings together key leaders to shape the future of housing and planning in Surrey, and as a company based and operating in Surrey for over 125 years, Wates is delighted to be part of the conference. This year's event features prominent speakers, including: - Sharon Taylor - Paul Morrison, Chief Executive of the Planning Inspectorate - Will Forster, MP for Woking Attendees will gain insights into the latest challenges and opportunities in development while connecting with industry experts. John shared: "The need for sustainable development, affordable housing, and future-proof infrastructure has never been greater, and this event is a unique opportunity to collaborate on these pressing challenges. I'm hugely looking forward to the event and the chance to engage with industry experts on the challenges and opportunities ahead, and I hope to see many of you there." 📅 Secure your place now and be part of the conversation shaping Surrey's future! https://lnkd.in/eBqC84vZ #SurreyDevelopment #Housing #Planning #WatesDevelopments #Sustainability #Leadership #Networking #Conference

We’re pleased to announce we’ve submitted an outline planning application for 79 new homes in Horsham. Our plans for the site propose a diverse range of house types and sizes to meet local needs, including affordable homes. Other notable elements of the proposed scheme include public open space, a new village green, a play area, a car club, and green links and footpaths throughout the scheme. To find out more about our land promotion and investment work, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eRb6swtg #NewHomes #housebuilding #planning #land #WatesDevelopments

This week, Susan Whiting, our Residential Investment Manager, and Wates Developments Intern Isabel Wates, visited Oakley Grange in Hampshire to see the terrific progress of our joint venture (HBJV).    Set in picturesque Oakley, Hampshire, this exceptional new development is a stone's throw away from local amenities and areas of outstanding natural beauty. It's not just the location that's impressive, but also the 110 new, energy-efficient homes it brings to the community, 40% of which are affordable housing.   The pair were hosted by our JV partners and the award-winning 5-star Homebuilder Miller Homes. We are thankful to Amy Nott (Sales Manager at Miller Homes) and @Angie Cross (Assistant Site Manager at Oakley Grange—Miller Homes) for their warm welcome and site tour.   If you like the look of the development as much as we do, you may be interested to learn that there is an incentive weekend this Saturday and Sunday between 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. The Miller team will be sharing their range of incredible autumn offers, including Deposit Contribution, Stamp Duty Paid, or even the opportunity to benefit from a lower mortgage rate with the Own New scheme.   To find out more about our housebuilder joint ventures, please visit: https://lnkd.in/edRtBErj   #JointVenturePartnerships #WatesDevelopments #MillerHomes #OakleyGrange