Construction work is to begin on the £440 million Westgate Oxford development.

A joint venture (JV) between Land Securities and The Crown Estate preparatory works are to begin imminently and construction set to start in spring 2015.

The new 800,000 sq. ft. retail and leisure scheme in the heart of Oxford city centre is due for completion in autumn 2017. The shopping centre development will see the existing Westgate in the west end of Oxford transformed to include over 100 new stores, 25 restaurants and cafes, a boutique cinema, roof top terrace dining and a wealth of new public spaces.


Robert Noel, Chief Executive for Land Securities said: "Today we've taken a significant step towards creating our vision for a world-class retail and leisure destination in Oxford, having worked hard with our customers and the community to shape the right scheme. Alongside our growing list of customers, we are committed to creating a new Westgate Oxford which not only complements the city’s beauty and heritage status but also enhances its global reputation as a great place to spend time."

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