Final Piece of the Puzzle, Cameron Homes Acquires Last Plot at Oakham’s Barleythorpe Extension

Final Piece of the Puzzle, Cameron Homes Acquires Last Plot at Oakham’s Barleythorpe Extension

The long-running transformation of Oakham’s northern edge is reaching its conclusion. Cameron Homes, the Staffordshire-based developer, has officially acquired a three-acre residential parcel in Oakham, Rutland, marking the final chapter of the Barleythorpe Sustainable Urban Extension.

Purchased from Allison Homes, this acquisition represents the last undeveloped plot within the wider consortium site. It brings a 14-year development cycle to a close a journey that began with outline planning permission back in 2011 and has since delivered approximately 1,000 homes via major builders like Bellway and Charles Church.

Unlike many developments that face years of planning hurdles, this site is "oven-ready." Cameron Homes has secured detailed consent for 50 private, open-market homes, allowing for an aggressive construction schedule:

Spring 2026: Groundbreaking and start of construction.

Late 2026 (Q4): Scheduled completion and handover of the first homes.

John Hickman, Group Land Director for Tara Group and Cameron Homes, emphasised the strategic importance of the site:

"Securing an ‘oven-ready’ development opportunity... enables us to deliver the quality product that’s synonymous with the Cameron brand. We’re proud that the Oakham North consortium site will be concluded by a housebuilder with a 30-year reputation for constructing thoughtful, energy-efficient homes."

The 50-home scheme has been designed to blend traditional aesthetic appeal with modern efficiency. The architectural palette will feature:

Materials: Classic buff brick paired with grey roof tiles.

Detailing: Traditional brickwork, casement windows with horizontal glazing bars, and formal entrance treatments.

Beyond the façade, the development is leaning heavily into the "green" requirements of modern buyers. To achieve high EPC ratings, every home will be equipped with:

Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels.

Dedicated electric vehicle (EV) charging points.

Smart Hive heating controls for precision energy management.

The landscaping strategy aims to soften the new built environment by blending it with the existing Rutland countryside. The plans include the retention of all mature vegetation, bolstered by the addition of:

80 new trees and 50 metres of native hedgerow.

590 square metres of wildflower meadow to boost local biodiversity.

Extensive ornamental planting throughout the streetscenes.

About Cameron Homes

Established in 1994, Cameron Homes is currently a significant player in the Midlands property market. With this new Oakham acquisition, the builder continues to expand its footprint, currently managing over 200 units across 11 active sites, with a total forward pipeline of approximately 1,000 homes.