Update on Major Development Scheme at Filton Ai...

Bovis Homes Group PLC
                  

                              Bovis Homes Group PLC

         Update on major development scheme at Filton Airfield, Bristol

                                 9 November 2007

Further to the update provided at the Analysts and Investor meeting on Wednesday
7 November, Bovis Homes Group PLC ('The Group') is pleased to be able to confirm
that its scheme at North Field, Filton Airfield, Bristol was agreed to by the
Planning Committee of South Gloucestershire County Council yesterday evening.

This agreement, in the form of a resolution to grant consent, is a major step
forward in the achievement of an exciting major scheme for 2,200 new homes in
North Bristol, which will feature the ancillary creation of new business and
employment opportunities and the improvement of educational, community and
recreational facilities, as well as contributing to the regeneration of its
local neighbourhood.

The commitment of the Group to sustainable development is evident in the
provision of landscaping and open green spaces and the retention of existing
ancient hedgerows and trees, including Filton Wood. The scheme also provides for
a substantial contribution to the stock of affordable housing in the area and
for dedicated bus and pedestrian links.

The Group now anticipates that the section 106 agreement will be signed, and
outline planning consent issued, before the end of the year, with a start on
site for its infrastructure commitments during the first half of 2008, and with
commencement of first phase housing development during that year.

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Enquiries: Malcolm Harris, Chief Executive
           Bovis Homes Group PLC
           Tel: [phone]

           Emily Bruning
           Shared Value Limited
           Tel: [phone]
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