Team

I was educated at St Edward’s, Oxford and Exeter University where I gained a geography degree. I commenced my surveying career in 1989 at Gerald Eve in London and back to Oxford in 1993 joining James Offen and Partners and then Savills before jointly starting VSL in 2002. I have considerable experience in office, industrial, retail, development and investment agency work. 

I dedicate considerable time and energy to economic and cultural development in Oxfordshire.   I am a board member of Experience Oxfordshire, Oxfordshire Youth and Active Oxfordshire, a member of the Oxford Stratigic Partnership, and the OxLEP Programme Sub Group.  I was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant for Oxfordshire in 2017 and High Sheriff of Oxfordshire in 2018/19.

I am a hockey fanatic playing at Oxford Hawks Hockey Club and an enthusiastic parkrunner.  

I was educated at Abingdon School and at The University of the West of England, Bristol and started my career at King Sturge in Bristol and moved to Savills in Oxford in 1999.

I specialise in agency, development, leasing and investment work for a wide range of local and national clients including MEPC at Milton Park and a number of large warehouse and distribution schemes.

I am a keen golfer, judging by the various clubs that litter the office, and a competitive sportsman, including tennis, albeit injuries are narrowing the list of available sports!

I gained my degree from the College of Estate Management, London and I have worked in Oxford for over 35 years, starting in the Valuation Office before moving to Chesterton where I was director in charge of the Oxford office.

Specialising in professional work including rating, valuation, landlord and tenant as well as property acquisitions, where I have established a large client base.

I enjoy the outdoors; gardening, walking and cycling and I am regular supporter in the ‘Shed’ at Gloucester Rugby.

I went to Shiplake School in Oxfordshire and completed my surveying degree at Anglia Ruskin University. I started working for Chesterton in Reading before moving to Oxford in the early 1990s. I focus on rent reviews, lease renewals, valuation and rating advice but also undertakes acquisitions and offers all round asset management advice.  I have developed a strong knowledge of the BioTech sector and advise many local companies.  I am on the RICS Panel of Arbitrators and Experts.

I am a keen runner and enjoy country pursuits.  I have a busy family with three children and Daisy the dog, who is my constant companion in the office.

I joined the agency team at VSL & Partners in September 2012. Working alongside Richard and Tom, I primarily deal with office, industrial and retail disposals and acquisitions across Oxfordshire.

I was educated at Cokethorpe School, Witney and University of the West of England. I moved to Oxford to work for Lambert Smith Hampton in 2002. I am an avid rugby fan and can often be found at Twickenham watching England play in the 6 Nations Championship. I also enjoy camping holidays with my young family.

I joined the professional team at VSL & Partners in November 2015 and have over 25 years professional experience.  I focus on landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews and lease renewals along with valuation work.  I have a wealth of commercial experience having practised in the Oxford commercial market for more than 10 years.  

I am a keen golfer and member of North Oxford Golf Club Management Committee, a qualified Rugby coach and fan and father of two.

I joined the Commercial Agency Team in 2019 and currently work part time whilst studying for my Masters Degree at Oxford Brookes University in Planning.  I previously worked in the residential sector and bring a wealth of knowledge in both residential and commercial developments.  My main role at VSL is contacting prospective tenants and inspecting properties. 

I am a keen football fan (Crystal Palace) and a fitness addict.

I joined the professional team at VSL & Partners in July 2020, working alongside Richard, Andrew and Nick, I primarily focus on valuations. I was educated at St Edward's, Oxford and Durham University before doing my masters in Real Estate at Oxford Brookes University. I trained as a graduate surveyor in London at Cushman & Wakefield and qualified in 2017. Before returning home to Oxfordshire, I spent 3 years working in the City and the West End in valuation, development viability and consultancy, with experience in commercial mixed used and residential developments for both the public and private sectors.

I love triathlon! I have completed 5 Ironman races and have qualified to represent my age group in team GB for middle and long distance. In the winter when I’m not swimming, cycling or running, I can be found playing at Thame Hockey Club. I am a keen baker and enjoying bringing baked treats into the office. For some downtime, I love a good country walk and pub lunch with my husband and our sprocker spaniel Monkey.

I joined VSL and Partners in October 2020 and predominately work within the transactional side of the business.

I grew up on the Isle of Wight and was educated at Ryde School with Upper Chine, before gaining a Real Estate degree at the Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester. Prior to moving to Oxford I completed the BNP Paribas Real Estate graduate scheme in London, where I worked within teams in the City and the West End including: Development Consultancy, Portfolio Investment Valuation and City Office Agency.

In my spare time I enjoy sailing and playing tennis, I am also easing myself back into running. I have a keen interest in history and have a growing collection of books.

I started in the Commercial Agency team in the early 1980s at Buckell & Ballard, moving onto James Offen & Partners then working locally at a firm of solicitors part time whilst also looking after my two children.  I have worked at VSL and Partners for over 16 years in the the Commercial Agency Team.  I look after our Applicant Registration, Website Administration, Marketing & Advertising, Telephone Enquiries, Acquisition Reporting, Serviced Office/Workspace contact and I do like to update a list or two, which enables us to keep winning EG Most Active Agent for Oxfordshire!

I love long walks in the countryside or on my favourite beach in Ventura.  I can regularly be seen supporting Oxford United with my son and visiting museums and cocktail bars with my daughter in London.

I started work at the Rover Cowley Plant firstly on the Montego assembly line, followed by working in the R&D Department before joining James Offen & Partners in 1991.  I have been with VSL since the start and I am PA to the Commercial Agency Team.  I do enjoy a good catch up 'phone call with all our clients, some of which I have known for a very long time ....

I do like a bit of home decorating, sewing and love trips to Brighton in our vintage Mini.

I originally worked in a legal practice but I am now PA to the Professional Department who keep me busy with various reports, whilst offering support to the Agency Department keeping the websites up to date.  I have now been working at VSL for over 15 years.  I generally keep the team in order and keep the office supplied with homemade cakes.

I am a long time Oxford United fan and also support Liverpool FC with the rest of my family.

I joined VSL & Partners in 2015 to form Oxfordshire’s largest dedicated agency team. My role as commercial property consultant focuses on office and industrial development opportunities providing funds and developers with the essential support required. I have a diverse property background, having dealt in most sectors both across the UK and in Europe with clients ranging from private investors, property companies, funds and institutions.

I enjoy fly fishing, golfing, equestrian sport and am a member of the British Show Jumping Association. He lives in West Oxfordshire with his family.