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Using the unique backdrop of Bicester Heritage, exhibitors can showcase their services and products in an environment guaranteed to generate opportunities.
See Oxfordshire at street level and view the changing architectural vernacular as it strives to become one of the most innovative and progressive county in northern Europe.
Listen to the people making the decisions on the future of Oxfordshire and be challenged by speakers who are responsible for the issues driving this great county as it evolves and changes.Â
Bicester Motion will be the venue for OxPropFest where we will host a day of activities celebrating Oxfordshire property including Walks, Talk, Expo and Awards.
OxProp Fest (14th September) will be held at Bicester Motion again and include Walks, Talks, Expo and Awards.
If you’d like to become one in 2022 please contact us 0203 478 7340 or  info@ukpropertyforums.com
Photos are from Bicester Motion
Using the backdrop of the Hangar 113 at Bicester Motion, exhibitors will be able to showcase their services and products to the 250+ visitors from across the region.
EXPO SPACE
Why not take a stand and promote your services? Plenty of scope to increase and upscale involvement with your team.
3m by 3m shell stand including carpet and signage will cost £750+VAT.Â
2m by 2m space for stand and presentation material. Cost £250+VAT.
9.30 – 13.00 : New for 2022 (Sponsored by Barton Willmore, now Stantec)
A cycling route that will start and finish at Bicester Motion, which include new developments mixed in with views of the Oxfordshire countryside.
13.00 – 13.30 (Sponsored by Bicester Motion)
Trip around Bicester Motion site to see the whole site including the proposed area for the hotel and conference building. This will be hosted by Bicester Motion and all attendees will be travelling in the back of four tonne lorry, (first come served on this one!)
Introduction
The Talks in 2022 have been refreshed and re-imagined. Building on the successful format from 2021, the sessions have been designed with a particular focus on how the rapidly expanding Life Science and Science and Technology sectors are driving the property market in Oxfordshire. We will also be including a new feature: our ‘Fringe Talks’ will present exclusive progress reports on live projects happening in Oxfordshire.
The Marquee Talks (programme sponsored by ARC)
OxPropFest has always sought to be at the cutting edge of the discussion and debate amongst the Oxfordshire real estate, property, planning, architectural and construction community. This year is no different – we have designed four excellent Talks to capture the mood of the county and these will provide attendees with the opportunity to hear from many of the key decision makers operating in the sector.
The Fringe Talks (programme sponsored by Summix)
New for 2022, these Talks will be held live in Hangar 113 during the day and will focus on the major projects which are under construction and being delivered across Oxfordshire. For many years Oxfordshire has talked a good game but been slow on the actual delivery of projects. Now the county can boast several £M/M projects which have received planning permission and are now emerging from the ground. The Fringe Talks will review some of these projects with the client and project teams, asking the big questions about the project.
ALL TALKS ARE SUBJECT TO DEMAND AND TIMINGS MAY CHANGE.
Welcome and Introduction:
Matthew Battle, Managing Director, UK Property Forums
Dan Geoghehan, CEO, Bicester Motion
OxPropFest: View from the Bridge:
Cllr Liz Leffman, Leader of the Council, Oxfordshire County CouncilÂ
The Boston Experience: How the USA is shaping and defining our approach towards the current growth of the Life Science and Tech markets in the UK.
Chair
Charlie Rowton-Lee, Director and Head of Commercial Agency, Savills, Oxford
Panel
Douglas Cuff, Vice President of UK Real Estate, IQHQ (San Diego, Boston and the Golden Triangle)
Monika Zemla, Associate Director, Harwell Campus ARC
Steve Lang, Director and Head of Office and Life Research, Savills
The Life and Mind Building, Oxford
Exclusive opportunity to get an update from the project team responsible for delivering this £200m project in Oxford.
Panel + Speakers
Chris Kennard, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Neurology and Senior Responsible Officer, University of Oxford
Ingo Braun, Design Director, NBBJ
Jeremy Wagge, Design Director, Wates
Clusters, Collaboration and Innovation Hubs: Are we creating successful eco-systems in Oxfordshire and how do we ensure that they are viable? This session will also showcase some examples of successful completed innovation projects.
Chair
Sarah Haywood, Managing Director, Advanced Oxford
Panel + Speakers
Philip Campbell, Commercial Director, MEPC Milton Park
Adam Smith, Development Director, StanhopeÂ
Angus Bates, Oxtec Developments – Developer of OTP
Nigel Tipple, Chief Executive Officer, OxLEP
Building a sustainable future for Oxford and Life Sciences
Chair
Hugh Blaza, Consultant, UK Property Forums
Panel + Speakers
Greg Mitchell, Executive Planning Director, Summix
Amy Gilham, Director – Economics, Turley
Sarah Haywood, Managing Director, Advanced Oxford
Opportunity to see the Expo area and network with fellow delegates in Hangar 113.
Food and drink to be served by Oxford Fine Dining and the Wriggly Monkey Brewery
Invest Prop Fest: Why is the Oxfordshire market attracting so much interest from the property investment and real estate market? Which sectors are ‘hot’ and will it all continue or is it a bubble waiting to burst?Â
Chair
Rob Allaway, Managing Director, DevComms
Panel + Speakers
Adam Workman, Head of Investment, Oxford University Innovation
Pete Wilder, Property Director, Oxford Sciences Enterprises
Peter Angelopoulos, Director – Investments, Cadillac Fairview
Anna Strongman, CEO, Oxford University Developments
The Bee House @ Milton Park: Repurpose with a Purpose
How a tired and unloved building was turned into something new and shiny
Chair
Hugh Blaza, Consultant UK Property Forums
Panel + Speakers
Katharine Andrew, Assistant Development Manager, MEPC
Suzanne O’Donovan, Architect, SRA Architects
Nikki Gibson, Head of Flexible Workplaces + Director, Ashdown Philips & Partners
Supercharging The Oxford Science Park: How the demand for additional lab space across the Oxford-Cambridge Arc is being met
Chair
Richard Todd, Regional Office Partner – Oxford, Bidwells
Panel + Speakers
Rory Maw, Chief Executive, The Oxford Science Park and Fellow, Magdalen College Oxford
Ian Bogle, Founder + Creative Director, Bogle Architects
Ed Hayden, Director, Scott Brownrigg Architects + Designers
40° Construction – Building in Sustainability: Describing the ‘net zero’ context and regulatory frameworks and setting them against examples of completed projects in Oxfordshire. How are we responding to the challenges caused by climate change and the need to adopt a more sustainable approach to the design and construction process?
Chair
Hugh Blaza, Consultant, UK Property Forums
Panel + Speakers
Jayne Manley, Chief Executive, Earth Trust
Ian Pritchett, Managing Director, Greencore Construction
Lewis Knight, Head of Sustainable Places, Bioregional
DevComms
UK Property Forums
Advanced Oxford
Earth Trust
Savills
Olympic Gold Medalist
Stanhope
OxLEP
To be held on 14th September at Bicester Motion in Hangar 113 and will follow the Walks, Talks, Expo and Awards format from 2021.Â
If you’d like to become one in 2022 please contact us 0203 478 7340 or  info@ukpropertyforums.com
Bicester Heritage
West Waddy Archadia
Edgars
UK Property Forums
Advanced Oxford
edge Urban Design
UK Property Forums
Culham Science Centre
OxLEP
MEPC
Earth Trust
Bidwells
OxPropFest is a Black Tie Dinner to be held in Hangar 113 at Bicester Motion in Bicester. The venue seats 400+ people for the dinner and we are now taking bookings. The cost of each Awards + Music ticket includes a three course meal, a limited amount of wine and of course access to the Bar afterwards. The event is now one of the largest dinners outside London and Oxfordshire. Capped at 400 we are now running a reserve list. Â
For OxPropFest Awards & Dinner bookings – contact us.
In the run-up to OxPropFest in September, the awards programme will be officially launched on 23rd March at Worcester College in Oxford. Following feedback from last year’s successful event at Bicester Motion, OxPropFest is now fixed into the Oxfordshire property diary and widely acclaimed as a new benchmark for regional property events. OxPropFest has developed a unique programme that is tailored to the Oxfordshire property market and provides delegates with an opportunity to network with key decision makers from across the Oxfordshire property market. Awards are hard-won and have a real value for the winners and runners up.
The event is now one of the largest dinners outside London and Oxfordshire. Capped at 400 we are now running a reserve list.
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About this award:
This award will identify law firms operating in the built environment, construction and real estate sectors who can demonstrate that they have been active in the Oxfordshire marketplace, closing deals, creating new business opportunities and have matched their business plan objectives during the past 12 months. Alternative measures could include investment in sustainable approaches to business or the adoption of creative ways which encourage growth and loyalty. Using references from clients and other supporting evidence, all submissions will need to reflect the scope and depth of your successes in Oxfordshire. Having an office in Oxfordshire is not essential for this award.​
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About this award:
This prestigious award will identify the company (nominees will work across the area of Oxfordshire and will be a property advisor or agent working in one or more of the following sectors: office, industrial, retail or housing) who can demonstrate that they have been active in the Oxfordshire marketplace. Evidence could include the number of deals closed, the creation of new business opportunities and how they have met their business plan objectives during the 12 months of 2020. Alternative measures could include investment in sustainable approaches to business or the adoption of creative ways which encourage growth and loyalty amongst employees. All submissions should reflect the scope and depth of your successes in Oxfordshire, using references from clients and other supporting evidence to help provide information for the Judges. Having an office in Oxfordshire is not essential for this award.​
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About this award:
Planning activity across Oxfordshire continues to be intense. As new developments come on stream and submitted, private and public sector clients and private clients are increasingly turning to planning consultants for advice and guidance. Planning consultants need to demonstrate in their submissions a clear strategy to answer the brief, a logical process to achieve planning permission and feedback from their client post submission. Alternative measures could include investment in sustainable approaches to business or the adoption of creative ways which encourage growth and loyalty. Having an office in Oxfordshire is not essential for this award.​
Sponsored by:Â 
About this award:
New for 2022 – Good architecture in the built environment has never had such a high profile. Heighted by client expectations and the rigours of the planning process, Architects have to absorb these many challenges and produce buildings which reflect the local vernacular. Judges will be looking for architects who can demonstrate track record in the County / Region and empathy with local planners, delivering successful projects. (Note – companies do not have to have an office in the County / Region).
Sponsored by:Â Â 
About this award:
New for 2022 – Construction companies (submissions from New Build, Trad or D&B companies will be welcomed) are very busy across Oxfordshire delivering new houses, commercial, industrial and retail projects. This award recognises all types and sizes of contractors with both large and small turnover working across the region. Judges will be looking for evidence of successfully completed projects over the past 12 months, positive feedback from your clients, consultants and their supply chain partners to achieve successful project outcomes on projects in the region. Attaching references from clients and other supporting evidence will always help the judges in their deliberations.
Sponsored by:Â Â 
About this award:
New housing is an important part of Oxfordshire’s vision for growth. This award recognises a housing development (or developer) that manages to achieve the proverbial holy grail of matching the needs of the planners, the local community and help to fulfill the needs of Oxfordshire’s housing plans. Submissions need to showcase an approach to quality design, placemaking, sustainability and materials which have helped to ensure the successful completion of the project. To be accepted, the project must have been completed or a section has been finished in 2021 and could include designs for Garden Towns and Urban Villages.​
Sponsored by:Â Â 
About this award:
Industrial, science and office development activity across the whole of Oxfordshire has been strong. This award encourages submissions from development teams who have been involved with new projects in these sectors and can demonstrate that the buildings have matched the client’s brief and are part of the Local Plan to generate new income for Oxfordshire including a strong approach to sustainability in the general approach to the project. Attaching references from clients and other supporting evidence will always help the judges in their deliberations.​
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About this award:
Oxfordshire is seen as a location for fast growth businesses that explore the world of innovation and collaboration. Bicester Motion is very much part of this world and we want to identify an idea, product, service or person which reflects this spirit of innovation and brings a warm feeling to the market after the carnage caused by COVID-19. This award does not have to be rooted in property but does need to show ambition and a connection to the unique benefits of doing business in Oxfordshire as the property market returns to a ‘new’ normal.
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About this award:
A special award for a special project. Entries for this award will showcase Oxfordshire’s finest new quality buildings which answer the client’s brief, and which become inspirational for the users and the wider community. Alternatively, it could include a new build project which has been constructed to a high-level of finish, design, procurement and with strong sustainable credentials. Entries can come from across all sectors including the educational and retail sectors, which have both been past winners of this award. At the discretion of the judges, entries may also be submitted from other categories for this award.
​Sponsored by: 
About this award:
A celebration of a person under 35 years of age, who has shown leadership and is an inspiration to others around them. Submissions need to demonstrate, not only how the individual has become an integral part of the business, but also how they have shown responsibility beyond their age. Examples of successful project delivery may include evidence of success from their ‘clients’ in the form of references and case studies. This could include graduates, apprentices and junior members of the team who have recently joined the company.​
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About this award:
Nominations are encouraged from across the property sector from individuals, or teams, who have been integral to the success of the Oxfordshire property market over a period of time and have not just been a one-hit-wonder, so to speak. They must be able to demonstrate not only personal success in their business but also show evidence of helping to fulfill the goals and aspirations of their colleagues. When submitting a Team for the award, we will be looking for a team effort beyond the call of the normal working day, especially relevant over the past difficult 12 months. For this award, a long list of submissions will be submitted to the Judges and the winner will be announced in the final presentation of the evening by the joint chair of the judges, Nigel Tipple and Matthew Battle.​
Sponsored by:Â TBC
An excellent opportunity to meet fellow guests, potential award winners with a welcome drink and start to feel the atmosphere for the awards evening at Bicester Heritage.
For the OxPropFest Awards, our moderator (TBA) will present the awards to the winning companies and individuals.
Music will include a choral introduction for guests as they arrive for the Awards Evening. We are also looking at having some additional music in the Bar for the afterparty. More to follow on this idea in due course.
Carriages await as the event closes.
Book direct via their website for a single/double ensuite room.Â
Bicester Motion
Hangar 113, Buckingham Road, Bicester OX26 5HA
