Planning consent has been granted for the redevelopment of Christ Church College's Faculty of Music to provide graduate accommodation. This was a complex project with the site located within the heart of Oxford, within a conservation area and a Grade I listed Park & Garden, with...
Following Chipping Norton School's Human Library event last month, it was great to be able to attend a similar event at Burford School this month. Children spoke to business representatives for 3-4 minutes before moving onto the next attendee. The focus was on pupils getting...
Tree of the month This month's tree is a native to Britain, symbolically linked with protection, fate, and transformation because of its use in making spinning tools. Ironically, the fruits are highly toxic to humans, despite its symbolic links to protection. The leaves and fruits of this tree...
Case Study: Development project in High Wycombe Planning consent has been granted for a new theatres building at Wycombe Hospital. We were involved from the feasibility stage and helped guide the design team on the necessary tree removals, as well as replacement planting to help maximise...
Chipping Norton School Human Library For the last few years we have attended Chipping Norton School's Human Library event and this year was no exception. Max attended the event, which enables Year 9 pupils to talk to local businesses and gain insights into the wealth of...
We would like to extend our thanks to all our clients and contacts for making 2025 a truly incredible year, with some fantastic projects across all parts of the country. Our office will be closed from 23rd December until 5th January. If there is anything urgent...
This month's tree is steeped in North American history. It symbolises longevity, wisdom, and protection. Not to be confused with another tree of the same genus, but still a tree of immense height, ancient lineage, and ecological importance. Can you identify this incredible specimen?...
Last month was the annual 'National Tree Week' 22nd-30th November. The event marks the UK's largest annual tree celebration and the start of the winter planting season, with the theme being "A Future Filled with Trees" to encourage planting and protection efforts. The team have shared...
Last month our client obtained planning consent for a new 21MW solar farm in Bedfordshire. Having undertaken the tree survey at the feasibility stage meant that virtually all trees within the site could be retained. We also provided guidance on the route and methods of...
Thanks to Carter Jonas (Oxford) for inviting us to join their table at the third OUD Christmas Quiz. Not only was it a fantastic event, raising over £20,000 for the Oxford Food Hub, but the team also managed to come 4th (narrowly missing out on 3rd by...