NHS Dentist to bring smiles to Signal Yard

Exciting new destination will welcome the community with food, fitness, health, services and more.

The development of Signal Yard at Milton Park is well underway, with the base build due to complete by the end of this year. Set to become a vibrant new hub, Signal Yard will bring together food, fitness, health and everyday essentials in one place, setting a new benchmark for science and business communities.

More than just a place to work, Signal Yard has been designed with inclusivity in mind, to support Milton Park occupiers and open to the wider local community. Interest from retailers has been strong, with 13 of the 17 units already let or under offer to a mix of well-known names and independent local businesses.

Visitors can look forward to a diverse line-up of food and beverage outlets, fitness and health services, convenient essentials and pop-up retailers. The hub will be open into the evenings and weekends, creating a lively destination beyond the working day. A dedicated outdoor events space and beautifully landscaped gardens will host regular community events and provide places to relax, play and connect.

State-of-the-art dental practice

The first confirmed occupier is Damira Dental Studios, which will open a flagship practice at Signal Yard at the end of 2025 ahead of Signal Yard’s official 2026 launch. The state-of-the-art studio will deliver care for up to 6,000 NHS patients alongside private services.

Accessibility has been placed at the heart of the development. Signal Yard will provide secure bicycle storage, showers for cyclists, EV charging bays and dedicated parking, as well as excellent public transport links, with bus stops right outside the hub. These are supported by Milton Park’s sustainable travel partnership with Thames Travel.

Signal Yard – a space welcoming for everyone

Clare Fleet, commercial surveyor at Milton Park, said: “The Signal Yard project was a key deliverable of our 2040 vision and was born out of feedback from stakeholders, occupiers and local residents, shaping the scheme from the very start.

“The result is a space that is welcoming to everyone and uses the green space around the buildings, which we know our occupiers enjoy. It also reflects our ambition to transform Milton Park into a destination beyond the traditional 9 to 5 working day, offering a vibrant 24/7 environment with amenities for everyone.

“The level of interest we received from retailers was huge and with the incredible support of Tom Vecchione, Director at Benedicts Surveyors, we have been able to curate and partner with an exciting mix of innovative and well-known local businesses in Oxfordshire.

“This project has been one of the most challenging of my career but also a real highlight and I cannot wait to see how our occupiers and the local community enjoy it. I am particularly excited to begin revealing our operators, starting today with the award-winning Damira Dental Studios”

NHS and private dentistry

Damira Dental Studios will be, the first occupier to open at Signal Yard, offering dental care to 6,000 NHS patients alongside private appointments, covering everything from routine check-ups to advanced cosmetic treatments.

“We are delighted to be opening our brand-new state-of-the-art studio at Signal Yard,” said Anushika Brogan, Founder & CEO of Damira Dental Studios. “With excellent transport links and a vibrant mix of shops and services it is an ideal, accessible location for patients to receive dental care. The new practice will provide both NHS and private dentistry, from routine check-ups and preventive care to advanced treatments, all in a modern and comfortable environment. Our dedicated team looks forward to welcoming patients from Milton Park and supporting families in Abingdon, Didcot and the wider community with their oral health. We encourage those eligible to register early through the link below”.

Established in 2003, Damira Dental Studios has grown from a single Oxford practice into a leading provider of high-quality dental care across London and the South. Today the group operates 42 practices offering both NHS and private dentistry, with services ranging from routine check-ups and preventive care to advanced cosmetic treatments including Invisalign and implants. Damira also runs dedicated children’s clinics during school holidays, helping younger patients build confidence in their dental health.

Signal Yard is gearing up for an exciting wave of new openings over the coming months, alongside a wide variety of community events, wellness activities and exclusive offers. Stay up to date on the latest developments by signing up to the Milton Park newsletter or visiting our website to discover more:

Some units at Signal Yard are still available; interested parties can find out more here.

Photo left to right – Clare Fleet, commercial surveyor at Milton Park, Anushika Brogan, Founder & CEO of Damira Dental Studios,  Tom Vecchione, Director at Benedicts Surveyors.

Register your interest

Those eligible for NHS Dentist treatment please register early through the link below

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