Battle & Co Talking Property Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:23:31 +0000 https://battleandbuncetalkingproperty.buzzsprout.com en-gb © 2026 Battle & Co Talking Property yes 327109a4-c333-5418-a813-129a9511d0bc Atlantic Garden Media episodic false Regular podcast hosted by the editorial team from 'The Forum', Matthew Battle & Co, interviewing the people making the headlines across 'The Golden Triangle' property market. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Atlantic Garden Media https://storage.buzzsprout.com/8luryuh7hwn2jew0yrdd7xtguuxt?.jpg Battle & Co Talking Property https://battleandbuncetalkingproperty.buzzsprout.com Oxford North unpacked with Simon Ruck Oxford North unpacked with Simon Ruck After several years of planning and construction, the Oxford North development, situated to the north of Oxford (QED), adjacent to the A34 and Oxford ring road, has rapidly become one of the most talked about and significant real estate developments completed in Oxfordshire and the South East UK.  

Billed as an Innovation District rather than JASP (Just Another Science Park), Simon and his team are creating 1 million sq ft of labs and workspaces, 480 homes, and three new public parks. The first phase is now open and will welcome its first occupiers in 2026.

The podcast explores the backstory behind Simon Ruck's journey to becoming the Managing Director of Oxford North and the development masterplan led by Stanhope and Fletcher Priest Architects. Simon explains the project's future development and leasing plans as it begins welcoming new tenants and becomes part of the Oxford community.   

The Battle & Co Talking Property podcast Interviews the people making the headlines across property markets of Reading, Oxford, Cambridge and west London, loosely labelled the 'The Golden Triangle'. Our coverage is soon to be joined by our new journal, Western Whistle, reporting on the Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and Cheltenham property markets.

Additional notes and details can be found in the weekly journal The Forum published by UK Property Forums.

www.ukpropertyforums.com

]]> After several years of planning and construction, the Oxford North development, situated to the north of Oxford (QED), adjacent to the A34 and Oxford ring road, has rapidly become one of the most talked about and significant real estate developments completed in Oxfordshire and the South East UK.  

Billed as an Innovation District rather than JASP (Just Another Science Park), Simon and his team are creating 1 million sq ft of labs and workspaces, 480 homes, and three new public parks. The first phase is now open and will welcome its first occupiers in 2026.

The podcast explores the backstory behind Simon Ruck's journey to becoming the Managing Director of Oxford North and the development masterplan led by Stanhope and Fletcher Priest Architects. Simon explains the project's future development and leasing plans as it begins welcoming new tenants and becomes part of the Oxford community.   

The Battle & Co Talking Property podcast Interviews the people making the headlines across property markets of Reading, Oxford, Cambridge and west London, loosely labelled the 'The Golden Triangle'. Our coverage is soon to be joined by our new journal, Western Whistle, reporting on the Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and Cheltenham property markets.

Additional notes and details can be found in the weekly journal The Forum published by UK Property Forums.

www.ukpropertyforums.com

]]> Atlantic Garden Media Buzzsprout-18849101 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1713 false Green to the Core: Oliver Luard - Greencore Homes Green to the Core: Oliver Luard - Greencore Homes Oliver Luard, partnerships & investment director for Greencore Homes joined us for the latest Battle & Bunce Talking property podcast with one change - Alan Bunce was replaced by my Oxfordshire colleague Hugh Blaza.

Oliver has been involved with various roles throughout his land and planning career for a range of living based companies such as Vistry Homes and McCarthy Stone. Building on this experience, he joined the sustainable homes developer Greencore Homes last year to lead their move into Partnerships and alternative investments.

Backed by the £5bn M&G Catalyst Fund, Greencore Homes is developing sustainable homes across the Golden Triangle region, with homes in various stage of completion located in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire with plans for more locations. 

Oliver talked about the unique off-site design of the buildings which ensure quicker build times and higher quality levels. Using modular design, Greencore is developing healthier homes with low carbon design, built for the future and offering lower running costs for consumers.

The Battle & Co Talking Property podcast Interviews the people making the headlines across property markets of Reading, Oxford, Cambridge and west London, loosely labelled the 'The Golden Triangle'. Our coverage is soon to be joined by our new journal, Western Whistle, reporting on the Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and Cheltenham property markets.

Additional notes and details can be found in the weekly journal The Forum published by UK Property Forums.

www.ukpropertyforums.com

]]> Oliver Luard, partnerships & investment director for Greencore Homes joined us for the latest Battle & Bunce Talking property podcast with one change - Alan Bunce was replaced by my Oxfordshire colleague Hugh Blaza.

Oliver has been involved with various roles throughout his land and planning career for a range of living based companies such as Vistry Homes and McCarthy Stone. Building on this experience, he joined the sustainable homes developer Greencore Homes last year to lead their move into Partnerships and alternative investments.

Backed by the £5bn M&G Catalyst Fund, Greencore Homes is developing sustainable homes across the Golden Triangle region, with homes in various stage of completion located in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire with plans for more locations. 

Oliver talked about the unique off-site design of the buildings which ensure quicker build times and higher quality levels. Using modular design, Greencore is developing healthier homes with low carbon design, built for the future and offering lower running costs for consumers.

The Battle & Co Talking Property podcast Interviews the people making the headlines across property markets of Reading, Oxford, Cambridge and west London, loosely labelled the 'The Golden Triangle'. Our coverage is soon to be joined by our new journal, Western Whistle, reporting on the Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and Cheltenham property markets.

Additional notes and details can be found in the weekly journal The Forum published by UK Property Forums.

www.ukpropertyforums.com

]]> Atlantic Garden Media Buzzsprout-18270733 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 03:00:00 -0500 2089 property, development, investment, planning, developers, local authorities, residential housing, sustainability, greencore, 37 false