As the festive season approaches, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the local
Christmas spirit. Whether you’re already settled into your Deanfield home or still looking for the
perfect house, our developments in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire are
surrounded by fantastic Christmas events that bring joy to all ages.

Here’s a handy Christmas event calendar showcasing some of the traditional festivities
happening close to some of our Deanfield Home developments. These events make the perfect
outing for family, friends, and new neighbours, highlighting the charm and community spirit of
these beautiful areas.

December 2024 Christmas Events in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Berkshire

Oxford Christmas Market | Oxford
Dates: 23rd November – 5th January

Celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of Oxford with this traditional Christmas market.
Stroll through a beautiful selection of local artisan stalls, enjoy the twinkling lights, and sample
delicious seasonal treats. Be sure not to miss the ice skating rink and carol singers.

Waddesdon Manor Christmas Lights | Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Dates: 15th November – 5th January

The enchanting Christmas light display at Waddesdon Manor is a must-see. Explore the
stunning grounds, where the manor house is beautifully illuminated with thousands of sparkling
lights. The event also features Christmas shopping in the market stalls, plus festive food and
drink. A wonderful way to get into the holiday spirit.

Reading Winter Wonderland | Reading, Berkshire
Dates: 9th November – 5th January

Get ready for festive fun at Winter Wonderland Reading. Set in the heart of the town, this
popular event features an outdoor ice rink, funfair rides, festive markets, and delicious seasonal
food and drinks. It’s the perfect place to enjoy family-friendly activities, shop for unique
Christmas gifts, and soak up the magical atmosphere of the season.

Henley Christmas Festival | Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Date: 29th November

Join the festive fun at the Henley Christmas Festival, where the town centre will be transformed
into a winter wonderland. The streets will be filled with charming stalls, thrilling rides, and festive
entertainment for all ages. Bring the little ones along to Santa’s Grotto at the King’s Arm Barn.
Experience the spirit of Christmas in the local communities of Deanfield Homes. Whether you’re
looking for a family outing, a romantic winter walk, or simply a chance to enjoy local traditions,
there’s something for everyone to enjoy this festive season.

Looking for your next home near these events? Explore our new developments across
Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire and find a home that puts you right in the heart of
the season’s festivities.

Following a hugely successful launch weekend, regional housebuilder Deanfield Homes is now welcoming prospective buyers to view their new show home at Deanfield Rise, in the sought-after Berkshire village of Binfield.

Located on the northern fringes of the village, Deanfield Rise is an exciting collection of 40 two- to five-bedroom homes nestled in the Berkshire countryside and the development has been designed to complement the local surroundings, with the homes set against a backdrop of mature trees. Open spaces and an extensive area of heritage parkland have been incorporated into the development, for both new homeowners, visitors and locals to enjoy.

With 20% of homes already reserved, prospective purchasers are urged to get in touch now to avoid missing out. Visitors to the development will have the opportunity to explore the popular Ditton home, a flexible 4-bedroom family property with a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/family room.

Deanfield Rise is perfectly located within walking distance of the village centre, which boasts a host of amenities such as a convenience shop, library, village hall, new medical centre, coffee shops and a few take away options. Binfield Preschool, Binfield Primary School and King’s Academy are all located nearby. For a family friendly weekend activity, in walking distance from Deanfield Rise is the Golfplex Centre where a first-class driving range, sports simulator, adventure golf and brand new Padel courts can be enjoyed.

There are reliable transport links to nearby Bracknell, where a regular train service to London Waterloo, Reading and Richmond can be found. Ascot Racecourse is also less than six miles from the development.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager for Deanfield Homes comments: “Launching our new show home at Deanfield Rise marks an important step in our expansion into Berkshire. We’re all thrilled to be able to show those interested the premium quality of the Ditton show home. We’re already experiencing a lot of interest in this exciting development, so I’d urge those interested to get in touch and visit the show home for themselves”.

Deanfield Homes is an experienced housebuilder, specialising in small and medium sized developments in rural locations.

To find out more about Deanfield Rise and register your interest, visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-rise or contact selling agents Romans (Bracknell office) on 01344 753110 or email newhomes@romans.co.uk.

Nestled in the heart of the South Oxfordshire countryside, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell has long been a rural escape for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of city living.

With a selection of homes available at our exclusive new development, Deanfield Orchard, we take a closer look at what the village and surrounding area have to offer.

1. A true community

In Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, community living really does come first. Genuine togetherness is at the heart of the village with regular events taking place throughout the year. The village hall hosts a calendar of clubs that will have something for everyone, ranging from fitness classes, arts and crafts, dancing nights and author talks.

The village has pride in its Community Orchard with an annual ‘Apple Day’ taking place every October. The free event boasts an array of stalls and samples, as well as a giant display of over 100 heritage varieties of apples.

Home to both a pre- and primary school, young families in the area will be within walking distance, helping to live a low carbon lifestyle.

2. Wonderful wildlife walks

Deanfield Orchard is a peaceful cul-de-sac where homeowners will feel surrounded and at one with nature. The peaceful location includes a children’s play area and a wildlife buffer to the neighbouring area. Nearby is Wittenham Clumps, one of South Oxfordshire’s most iconic landscapes. The pair of wooded chalk hills can be enjoyed on foot and are a scenic walk from the development itself.

For those wanting to get outdoors, there is also the nearby Island Farm Donkey Sanctuary which is the perfect local day out for young children. The registered charity offers volunteering opportunities as well as hosting regular events for the community.

3. Stay connected

Brightwell-cum-Sotwell is perfectly located for homeowners to be able to enjoy a rural lifestyle whilst still staying connected. The historic market town of Wallingford is just two miles east and is a hub of local activity. A weekly farmers market can be perused, along with a variety of independent shops, well-known brand names and restaurants, giving the town an unmistakable buzz.

Just 10-minutes by car to the west are the wider amenities of Didcot including The Orchard shopping centre, Cineworld and the Cornerstone Arts Centre.  For commuters, Didcot Parkway offers regular routes to Reading in 12-minutes, Oxford in 13-minutes and London Paddington in just 37-minutes.

4. A contemporary development

Deanfield Orchard is a collection of 20 traditional-style homes in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of South Oxfordshire. Properties include a 2-bedroom coach house, 2- & 3-bedroom semis and 4- & 5-bedroom family homes.  The development has been sensitively designed to be in keeping with the picturesque village surroundings and when completed, Deanfield Orchard will features meadow planting, a play area, accessible open space and access to existing public footpath.

For more information on Deanfield Orchard, visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-orchard/.

Regional housebuilder Deanfield Homes has released for sale the first properties at its new Deanfield Row development in the Buckinghamshire village of Dinton.

The boutique collection of just seven homes has been designed in keeping with the picturesque village location, combining character features and finishes with modern layouts and high levels of sustainability. Each home features an air source heat pump, water saving appliances and an EV charging point, as well as underfloor heating on the ground level.

Currently available to purchase off plan is the four-bedroom Garrett, at £975,000 which features an integral single garage and the four-bedroom Westlington at £995,000 with a detached double garage.

The homes feature an open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room, with a separate utility, and an elegant living room complete with feature fireplace. The interiors will be finished with high-quality fixtures and fittings, including a contemporary white Laufen bathroom suite with Hansgrohe brassware providing a touch of luxury.

Dinton offers idyllic semi-rural living, bringing village facilities and community spirit to a well-connected location mid-way between Thame and Aylesbury. The lovely village is home to a cricket club, village hall, church and Church of England primary school. Dinton also has a popular Belgian restaurant as well as The Seven Stars pub which was bought by the local community in 2011.  The history of the local area can be enjoyed at the Grade II listed Dinton Hall and Castle as well as at the nearby National Trust owned Hartwell Hall.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager at Deanfield Homes, said: “We are thrilled to be releasing this collection of homes at Deanfield Row. Dinton is perfectly situated in a prime location with plenty to do in the local area. We expect these homes to prove very popular, so are urging interested parties to get in touch to find out more about the opportunity to secure their dream home off-plan.”

To find out more about Deanfield Row, visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-row

Regional housebuilder Deanfield Homes has released for sale the first properties at its sought-after Deanfield Rise development, marking an important step in its expansion into Berkshire.

The exciting collection of 40 homes, ranging from two to five bedrooms, includes a mix of detached, semi-detached and terraced homes nestled against a picturesque backdrop of mature trees with a play area and extensive expanse of parkland for residents and the local community to enjoy.

Deanfield Rise is traditional in design and finish, in keeping with its location in the pretty village of Binfield. The homes showcase the local architectural style and offer a superior specification and a host of sustainable features including air source heat pumps and EV charging points. Inside, the homes boast high quality fittings and fixtures throughout, with spacious layouts to make the most of the natural light.

The first properties released range from the two-bedroom Ashridge to the five-bedroom Oakley, with prices starting at £475,000.

Binfield is a popular village steeped in local history. The local pub, The Stag and Hounds, was believed to be used as a hunting lodge by both Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. In the heart of the Bracknell Forest district, Binfield offers easy access to Reading, Wokingham and Bracknell. Ascot, home to the world famous racecourse, and the M3 and M4 are within a few miles. The village is home to a GP surgery, church, Church of England primary school and post office. Sporting enthusiasts will be well entertained with football, cricket and tennis clubs in the village also.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager at Deanfield Homes, said: “Releasing this collection of new homes off plan is a particularly proud moment for us, as Deanfield Rise is our first development in Berkshire. The development is a real jewel in our crown and will be the perfect place to call home. We would urge those interested to get in touch as soon as possible as these properties are already generating a lot of interest.”

To find out more about Deanfield Rise and register your interest, visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-rise

Deanfield Homes has announced the appointment of Fisher German as the selling agents for Deanfield Row, a boutique collection of just seven properties in Dinton, Buckinghamshire.

Fisher German brings a wealth of industry experience and a well-earned reputation for offering first-class property expertise spanning a network of 26 offices across the country.

Deanfield Row is an exquisite collection of seven premium homes, including five private detached residences with open plan kitchen/breakfast rooms, a separate utility, spacious living rooms boasting a feature fireplace and, in the Westlington home, a TV/dining room. Each home benefits from either a single or double garage, with additional parking spaces for 2 cars. The development has been thoughtfully designed in keeping with its village location and has been built with sustainability in mind with high levels of energy efficiency, air source heat pumps and EV charging points.

Dinton is a village stepped in history, with the Grade II listed Dinton Hall and Dinton Castle nearby.  The development is situated halfway between the thriving market towns of Thame and Aylesbury, and the rugged beauty of the Chilterns National Landscape just beckons to be explored. The village itself features a village hall, cricket club, church, pub, primary school and La Chouette, a popular Belgian restaurant with a loyal following.

Ella Pearson, Head of New Homes at Fisher German, comments: “We’re delighted to have been appointed as the selling agent for Deanfield Row. The highly sought after rural location paired with the exceptional standard of properties that Deanfield Homes delivers means we’re confident that interest in this development will be significant and homes will sell quickly”.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager at Deanfield Homes, said: “Here at Deanfield, we pride ourselves on building sensitive developments in village locations and Deanfield Row is a prime example. Partnering with Fisher German gives our buyers the expert local knowledge and advice they need to ensure their house buying journey is a smooth one”.

Homes at the Deanfield Row are expected to be ready for autumn 2024. To more information visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-row or call Fisher German on 01844 212004.

Deanfield Homes has launched a brand-new view home at its Deanfield Mead development in the Buckinghamshire village of Little Kimble. The property provides an opportunity for those looking to make a move this year to see first-hand the design, quality and finish of properties on this sought-after development.

Deanfield Mead is a collection of three and four-bedroom properties designed in keeping with its village location, adjacent to open fields, at the foot of the Chilterns National Landscape, offering beautiful countryside to explore.

Properties at Deanfield Mead feature a host of sustainable features including high levels of energy efficiency, with low carbon heating supplied via air source heat pumps and EV charging points as standard. Each home is finished to the highest quality and beautifully appointed with a superior specification throughout and a design which maximises space and natural light.

The new view home is the four-bedroom Faringdon featuring a large kitchen/dining/family room, spacious living room with a feature fireplace as well as a study on the ground floor. Two of the bedrooms are en-suite, with the main bedroom also featuring a dressing room.

Little Kimble is a picturesque village in one of the nation’s National Landscapes and lies between the market town of Princes Risborough and the wider amenities and excellent schools of Aylesbury. The village is served by a Little Kimble train station, just half a mile from Deanfield Mead and both state and independent primary schooling.  It also benefits from a local pub, a village hall and a cricket club, just a short stroll from the development.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager at Deanfield Homes, said: “Little Kimble has a great community feel, and those who purchase at Deanfield Mead will be joining a welcoming and vibrant village. Appointments are now available for tours of our new view home, allowing prospective purchasers to see, first hand, the lifestyle on offer.

With homes anticipated to be ready by autumn, get in touch today. For further information on Deanfield Mead and to book a personal tour of the view home, contact selling agents Michael Graham who can be contacted at 01844 850036.

For more information on Deanfield Mead, visit www.deanfieldhomes.co.uk/deanfield-mead.

Deanfield Homes has officially launched a new show home at its Deanfield Heights development in the village of Sibford Ferris. The professionally designed property will allow prospective buyers to see first-hand the luxurious homes available in this aspirational village location.

Nestled between Chipping Norton, Banbury and Shipston-on-Stour, Deanfield Heights offers impressive views of the Oxfordshire countryside with the Cotswolds also nearby. Homebuyers at the development will be fully immersed in the tranquillity of rural life, whilst also being part of a welcoming local community within easy reach a range of amenities.

The development of 25 homes, ranging from two-bedroom to five-bedroom designs, is the ideal blend of modern living and timeless architecture that blends seamlessly with the surrounding area. All homes come with sustainable features such as air source heat pumps, ground floor underfloor heating and EV charging points.

Properties currently available include a four-bedroom semi-detached home priced at £995,000 and four- and five-bedroom detached properties from £1,050,000.

The five-bedroom detached Heythorp show home has been styled to perfection by Lifestyle Interiors to create a tranquil home which accommodates the whole family. Showcasing flexible living, it features a large kitchen/dining room with a large bay window allowing for lots of natural light to fill the heart of the home. On the ground floor, there is also a practical utility, spacious living room with a fireplace, private study and handy cloakroom. Upstairs the property features five bedrooms and three bathrooms off a wrap-around landing.

The double storey garage offers enough parking for two cars, with additional space on the first floor making it the perfect gym or games room.

Annette Gaskell, sales and marketing manager for Deanfield Homes, said: “Deanfield Heights is a truly stunning collection of homes designed by award-winning architects Ben Pentreath. Opening the show home marks the exciting stage of this development and we can’t wait to welcome prospective buyers to view the showhome and hopefully find their dream home.”

Homeowners at Deanfield Heights will become part of a welcoming and connected community, just 20 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon and 28 miles from Bicester. From nearby Banbury, rail links connect into London in just over an hour, and Oxford in just 18 minutes making it an ideal base for commuters.

The show home and marketing suite is open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm.

Deanfield Homes has signed up to a major new initiative to support wildlife on its developments.

The Homes for Nature commitment will see a bird-nesting brick or box installed for every new
home built, as well as hedgehog highways created as standard on every new development taken
through planning from September 2024.

Deanfield is one of 20 homebuilders to sign up to the voluntary commitment, which represents a
major step towards providing at least 300,000 nesting bricks and boxes thought to be required to
support swift populations and many more bird species across the country.

In addition to integrated nest bricks, boxes and hedgehog highways, homebuilders who support
the scheme are encouraged to incorporate additional features, such as bat roosts, insect bricks
and hibernacula. Away from the home, nature-led sustainable urban drainage systems and
pollinator-friendly landscaping help to make even more homes for nature on new developments.

Homes for Nature was developed by the industry-led On Site Nature Measures Working Group,
convened by the Future Homes Hub, an independent organisation established to enable the new
homes sector to meet the climate and environmental challenges.

Ed Lockhart, Chief Executive of the Future Homes Hub, said: “Homes for Nature is a fantastic
opportunity to create many more homes for wildlife, bring people closer to nature and, at the same
time, provide a helping hand to some much-loved and critically endangered species.
“A commitment to installing integral nest bricks or boxes and creating hedgehog highways as
standard is a simple but effective way to support our precious wildlife, including the iconic swift and
hedgehog.”

Peter Blades, Managing Director of Deanfield Homes, comments: “Housebuilders are already
required to create a 10% biodiversity net gain on new development sites, but this initiative goes
even further and is something that we at Deanfield are incredibly proud to support.

“Our focus is on creating high quality, traditionally designed homes in aspirational village locations,
so a sensitive approach to development is central to our ethos. Homes for Nature is a long-term
commitment that will leave a lasting legacy, benefitting both local wildlife and those who live in our
homes now and in the future.”

The scheme will come into effect in September 2024 for all new planning applications. The
initiative will run until at least 2030, with annual reporting to track progress and to identify further
suitable measures that could be introduced to support other wildlife.

Becky Ingham, Chief Executive of Action for Swifts, said: “For centuries swifts have shared our
buildings and homes by nesting in the nooks and crannies of old style buildings. In recent years
the loss of nesting sites has had a major detrimental effect on this Red-Listed species.

“It’s heartening to now see the commitment from so many major developers towards installing
integral bricks, which will last the lifetime of the building and provide our Swifts and other cavity
nesting birds with long-term habitat.”

Mark Hazell, site manager at Deanfield Orchard in Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, has been recognised as one of the best in the UK after winning a top housing industry award. Mark is celebrating after receiving a Pride in the Job 2024 Quality Award from NHBC, the UK’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance.

Now in its 44th year and widely considered the ‘Oscars’ of the house-building industry, Pride in the Job has become the benchmark for exceptional site managers. Judging is rigorous, with assessment across six key areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health and safety. Thousands of inspections, with meticulous scoring and detailed verifications, have taken place to determine the 449 winners from a field of more than 8,000 sites, representing the top 5% of UK site managers.

Peter Blades, managing director of Deanfield Homes, comments: “This is an incredible achievement for Mark and everyone in the team at Deanfield Orchard who supports him. Mark is extremely passionate about what he does, has exacting standards and always goes the extra mile for customers. We’re delighted that he has been recognised on a national stage in this way.”

Commenting on the awards, Steve Wood, CEO at NHBC said: “For more than four decades, Pride in the Job has underpinned NHBC’s purpose of raising standards in house building. The competition recognises the UK’s top site managers, showcasing best practice and rewarding excellence.

“Winning site managers demonstrate dedication, passion and leadership to ensure new homes are delivered to exacting construction quality standards. While house building is a team effort, we believe the greatest influence on the quality of a finished home is the calibre of the site manager and the way they inspire their team. Congratulations to all the winners.”

The Quality Award winners will now go on to compete for Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards in the autumn, with the national Supreme Award winners unveiled in January 2025.

Deanfield Orchard is a collection of 20 two, three, four and five-bedroom homes and one and two-bedroom apartments set in an enviable position on the outskirts of the Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, just two miles from the historic market town of Wallingford. Homes are set against a backdrop of mature trees, wildlife areas, public open space and a children’s playground.