Proving that Brownfield doesn’t always mean city centre apartment schemes is Meadow View on the outskirts of Redbourn near Harpenden. Just over four years ago, it was the home of Universal Salvage (a famed car breakers yard) but now it’s home to 20 detached houses, a manor house with seven apartments for key professionals, a village green - and even a wildlife pond.

West Midlands-based commercial developer Catesby Property Group is launching a dedicated arm of its successful operations to focus on brownfield regeneration opportunities in London and the South East of England, in a joint venture with Bank of Scotland Corporate worth £80 million.

West Midlands-based commercial and residential developer Catesby Property Group plc, has announced pre-tax profits of £9 million for the period up to December 2007, a 70% increase on the prior nine month period to December 2006. Shareholders funds also increased from £8million to £14.8million during the period.

50% of homes have sold at luxury residential development Meadow View in Redbourn near Harpenden, despite a slow start and an unsteady market.

Developers at Meadow View have spent thousands decking out a stunning home at the select scheme – only to find the view from the windows that comes for free has stolen the show for buyers.

Stratford-based Catesby Property Group plc has strengthened its growing team with two significant appointments.

Stratford-based land and development company Catesby Property Group has reported significantly increased profits of £5.3 million for the period up to December 2006.

An exclusive new residential development in the heart of the countryside is proving a huge hit with Hertfordshire househunters.