Alongside our build partner, Pye Homes, we have been nominated in the residential development and responsible employer categories at the 2026 OxProp Awards for the Hill Rise project.

Hill Rise is a low-carbon development designed to deliver up to 180 homes in Woodstock. The first phase includes 48 properties currently under construction.

The scheme features a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom houses, all built with high sustainability standards and a strong focus on resident wellbeing. The first residents are expected to move in at the end of summer 2026.

Karis McMahon-Lane, property marketing manager at Blenheim Estate Homes, said: "We’re delighted that the hard work which has gone into creating our newest communities is being recognised across several different awards. Hill Rise in Woodstock is an exciting project that prioritises sustainability, community and wellbeing for residents and that starts with the way we design and carefully build our homes."

The winners will be announced at Keble College on September 10. The recognition adds to a string of industry accolades for the housebuilders.

Meanwhile, one of our site managers, Stuart Peace, recently won a 2026 NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Award, one of the most respected honours in the UK housebuilding sector.

The awards, known as the "Oscars" of the industry, recognise outstanding site managers who demonstrate commitment to raising standards, showcasing best practice and rewarding excellence.

Cassandra Codling, senior regional director at NHBC, said: "Congratulations to Stuart who has demonstrated incredible dedication, passion, commitment and leadership to produce homes of exceptional quality.