Artist's impression of Tapsell House, a three-storey brick and render building on the corner of Robin Hood Road, St John's

A Group 3 Properties development

Thoughtful new homes in the heart of St John's

A contemporary new development bringing a familiar village corner back to life, with carefully considered homes and a welcoming community vision.

St John's, Woking, Surrey

Artist's impression

The vision

A new chapter for a familiar village corner

Set at the meeting point of Robin Hood Road and St John's Road, Tapsell House will transform a long-vacant former veterinary site into a considered new development for modern village living.

Designed with its surroundings in mind, the scheme will combine contemporary homes, thoughtful architectural details and the potential for a welcoming community space at street level.

Tapsell House at a glance

  • One and two-bedroom homes
  • Contemporary, energy-efficient design
  • On-site parking and secure cycle storage
  • Target completion September 2027
  • Contemporary new homes

    A thoughtfully designed collection of new homes shaped around modern village living.

  • Energy-conscious design

    A fabric-first approach with efficiency considered throughout the building.

  • Village-centre setting

    A prominent corner in the heart of St John's, moments from everyday amenities.

The homes

Considered spaces for modern living

Tapsell House will offer a thoughtfully designed collection of one and two-bedroom homes, created primarily for professionals, couples and individuals looking for modern living in an established village setting.

The current plans combine open-plan kitchen, living and dining spaces with contemporary finishes, practical storage and balconies to selected homes. Underfloor heating, triple glazing and an energy-conscious approach will help create comfortable homes designed for everyday life.

Plans, specifications and finishes remain subject to refinement during construction.

  • One and two-bedroom layouts
  • Open-plan living spaces
  • Contemporary kitchens and bathrooms
  • Underfloor heating
  • Triple glazing
  • Balconies to selected homes
  • On-site residents’ parking
  • Secure cycle storage

Indicative layouts

A closer look at the homes

The current plans include a range of thoughtfully arranged one and two-bedroom layouts. Explore an example of how the homes could look, with open-plan living, practical storage and carefully considered use of space.

Indicative apartment layout

One-bedroom example

A well-planned home with an open kitchen, living and dining area, a separate bedroom, contemporary bathroom and built-in storage. Selected layouts also include a private balcony.

Floor plans are indicative and may be refined during the development process. Dimensions, layouts and specifications are subject to change.

Community vision

More than a place to live

The vision for the ground floor is a warm, independent deli and coffee shop where residents and neighbours can meet, work or simply enjoy good coffee and fresh food.

With the potential for seasonal outdoor seating, it is intended to add something useful and welcoming to village life while helping to bring renewed activity to this prominent corner.

Concept layout of a ground-floor deli and coffee shop with a counter, café seating and outdoor tables
Concept image – final design may vary

The scheme in view

A restrained selection of views showing how Tapsell House is intended to sit within its corner setting.

Artist's impression of Tapsell House seen along Robin Hood Road towards the junction
Artist's impression
Artist's impression of the side elevation of Tapsell House from St John's Road
Artist's impression

Location

Life in St John's

St John's offers the atmosphere of an established Surrey village, with everyday shops, cafés and local services close at hand. The Basingstoke Canal and St John's Lye provide opportunities for walking, cycling and time outdoors, while nearby Woking offers a wider choice of shopping, dining, leisure and transport connections.

  • St John's village amenities nearby
  • Walks and cycling along the Basingstoke Canal
  • Green space at St John's Lye
  • Fast rail connections from Woking to London Waterloo

Rail journeys from Woking to London Waterloo can take approximately 26 minutes. Journey times vary.

Timeline

The journey to Tapsell House

  1. October 2026

    Target demolition period

  2. November 2026 – March 2027

    Groundworks and structural programme

  3. July 2027

    Target show apartment

  4. September 2027

    Target completion

Construction dates are indicative and may change as work progresses.

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