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Cherwell is a privately owned residential and mixed use development company specialising in high quality new build developments across London and the home counties. Established for over 25 years, Cherwell has successfully designed, built and delivered prime residential and mixed use projects on demanding and complex sites. We are passionate about delivering homes that offer good value for money without compromising on quality, design, materials and location.

Our Team

Tom Holroyd

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Tom Holroyd

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Tom co-founded The Cherwell Group with Alex Thompson in 1991 having qualified as a Chartered Surveyor withWeatherall Green & Smith. Tom has extensive knowledge of residential and commercial development, specialising in identifying prime development opportunities and securing planning consent on complex sites. Tom manages the financial strategy of the business and oversees all development and investment opportunities.
tom@thecherwellgroup.com
Alex Thompson

Director & Co-Founder

Alex Thompson

Director & Co-Founder

Alex co-founded The Cherwell Group with Tom Holroyd in 1991 and together they are responsible for the consistent and strategic growth of Cherwell Investments, the group’s private investment portfolio. Alex has a vast wealth of experience in both residential and commercial development and played an integral role in establishing the development side of the business.
alex@thecherwellgroup.com
Richard Williams

Director

Richard Williams

Director

Richard joined Cherwell as an Equity Director in 1999 having previously held a number of senior positions in some of London’s leading residential Estate Agencies. With over 25 years experience of prime residential sales and acquisitions, Richard understands every aspect of residential development and has an excellent track record of achieving planning consents and optimising land value. Richard is responsible for all site acquisitions and leads the planning team.
richard@thecherwellgroup.com
Paul Duddridge

Director

Paul Duddridge

Director

Paul joined Cherwell in 2007 from EC Harris LLP and has been an Equity Director since 2011. A member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Paul has over 13 years experience in prime residential development. Paul has held key positions across a number of projects totalling in excess of £650million in sales value – representing over 200 delivered units. Along with Tim Costin, Paul is responsible for all new developments.
paul@thecherwellgroup.com
Tim Costin

Director

Tim Costin

Director

Tim joined Cherwell in 2008 from Gardiner & Theobald LLP and has been an Equity Director since 2011. Tim is a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors with over 13 years experience in the residential, commercial, retail and agricultural sectors. Tim has held key positions across a number of mixed-use projects totalling in excess of £550million in sales value, representing over 600 delivered units. Along with Paul Duddridge, Tim is responsible for all new developments.
tim@thecherwellgroup.com
Luci Howgate

Accounts

Luci Howgate

Accounts

Luci joined Cherwell in 2006 and administers the daily financial management, accounting, tax and financial reporting of Cherwell and our investment portfolio. Luci is responsible for all accounts receivable and payable, payroll and preparing management accounts.
luci@thecherwellgroup.com
James Howgate

Portfolio Manager

James Howgate

Portfolio Manager

James joined Cherwell in 2009 and is the Portfolio Manager for Cherwell Investments. James has an in-depth understanding of private rented market conditions, trends, life-cycle planning and tenant requirements. Working closely with Alex Thompson, James’ responsibilities include; tenancy, facility/asset management and landlord referencing.
james@thecherwellgroup.com