Vistry Group completes deal with the Hyde Group to deliver 160 new homes on former RAF base in Ramsey, Huntingdonshire

Vistry Group, the UK’s leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes, has announced a £35 million deal to build 160 much-needed affordable houses and apartments on the former RAF Upwood base in Ramsey. The 160 new family homes are being built in partnership with the Hyde Group for the affordable market.

This new development will grow into a thriving community consisting of one- and two-bedroom maisonettes, and two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom houses, all thoughtfully designed to complement the unique character of the area. 

Situated to the south of Peterborough and just nine miles north of Huntingdon, the market town of Ramsey grew up around the Benedictine monastery Ramsey Abbey, parts of which survive today. The former RAF base features some well-established trees which are being retained to enhance the natural beauty of the development.

Andy Reynolds, managing director of Vistry South East Midlands, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Hyde on this development which will not only meet the housing needs of the community but will also blend with the local environment. 

“We're excited to be a part of Huntingdonshire’s growth and to be entrusted with the build of these much-needed new homes which will create a thriving and sustainable community.” 


Steven Morrice, Hyde’s development and sales director, said: “We’re really looking forward to working with Vistry Group to realise the vision for the redevelopment of RAF Upwood. All 74 social rent and 86 shared ownership homes will be energy-efficient, with air source heat pumps and electrical vehicle charging points, and will be ready for their first residents in summer 2025.”


The site already has full planning permission and work is expected to start later in 2024.