The former Lincolnshire Co-op Food Distribution Centre on Pioneer Way in Lincoln was closed in 2018 before being purchased by Boulder Developments.  Since then, the site has become home to several growing businesses with Polish food wholesaler Spiżarnia being the latest company to relocate to the five-acre site.

Spiżarnia is the leading distributor of Polish products to the British Isles suppling over 10,000 different food products across the country. Spiżarnia also have warehouses in London, Manchester and Ireland distributing products across the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands.

Director of Boulder Developments Will Bown said:

“We’re really pleased that Spiżarnia has joined us at Boulder Business Park. It seems particularly fitting that they’ve chosen to relocate here, as food distribution is a big part of the site’s history. The former food distribution centre was a huge, vacant site when we purchased it, but we’re transforming it into a real hub for growing businesses which is bringing new life to this part of the city. We’re making good use of every part of the five-acre site which is helping all of the businesses here to grow, create jobs and support the local economy.”

Director of Spiżarnia (UK) Ltd, Przemyslaw Duklas said:

“We’re very happy to relocate to these new premises. This place suits our needs perfectly, we have been looking for one like this for quite a while now.”

Anthony Barrowcliffe, a surveyor at FHP Property Consultants, who supported the relocation said:

“FHP worked with Boulder Developments in the surrender of their lease in Tuxford due to the company’s rapid growth meaning a bigger facility was required. Once they had relocated to their new commercial premises in Lincoln, we were instructed to let the surplus space. We are delighted that we have managed to quickly find a new tenant for the front warehouse and look forward to more success on the rest of the site”.

For more information regarding this deal please do not hesitate to contact Anthony Barrowcliffe on 0115 841 1148 or email anthony@fhp.co.uk.

22 acres of development land soon to be delivered at Roseland Business Park, with outline planning consent being granted for South Street Capital to build B1, B2 and B8 industrial units.  The consent provided will allow for an additional 400,000ft² of commercial space, with the capacity to deliver 250,000 ft² in a single unit. Roseland Business Park being able to offer various Design & Build opportunities.

Roseland Business Park is situated centrally in the UK with immediate access to the A1 dual carriageway, it is sited in Long Bennington on the western side of the A1 between Newark and Grantham.

Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP Property Consultants commented: –

“South Capital Street are committed to refurbish all existing units on the park alongside delivering a further 400,000 ft², the most recent deal of 30,000ft² completing in October 2019 to Bennington Foods Limited”.

Helen Macrow of South Street Capital commented: –

“I am delighted that the Local Authority has given outline consent for the expansion of Roseland Business Park, and I am looking forward to being part of the next phases of development at Roseland”.

For further information or advice please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe at FHP Property Consultants on 0115 841 1148 / anthony@fhp.co.uk

FHP and Fisher German have been instructed to market the first phase of the commercial development on the former Vesuvius brickworks site on Sandy Lane, Worksop.  The location is adjacent to the A57 offering easy access to the A1 and M1 motorways.

FHP and Fisher German will be marketing 385,000ft² of commercial space offering industrial units from 1,200ft² up to 300,000ft².

Planning has been submitted, with consent expected in December 2019 and practical completion of Phase 1 targeted for September 2020. Phase 1 consists of industrial units, trade counters and roadside retail.  Design and build options are also available on a leasehold basis from 15,000ft² to 300,000ft².

FHP Property Consultants comments: –

“We are delighted to start progressing this scheme as agents for CEG in conjunction with Fisher German, as Worksop has been starved of new opportunities for many years.  It is a strong market, always performs well and CEG should be applauded for speculatively developing a range of units on this site.”

 “The market here is strong, a robust indigenous business community which continues to grow and seek space to expand into, even in what remains confusing times.  Underlying in the commercial property market there remains a lack of space and good demand, therefore we are confident that this scheme will be very well received so we can quickly pick up occupiers for both the speculative stock and design and build offerings.”

For further information or advice please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe (anthony@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (chris@fhp.co.uk) at FHP Property Consultants on 0115 950 7577.

Date:  28/11/2019

Construction is progressing well at the new Crown Park Industrial Estate on the western side of Derby City Centre.

The scheme is being developed by CWC Group and agents FHP Property Consultants are offering the buildings either for sale or to let.

Two units are already under offer, one to a national trade counter operator, and there is a good level of interest in the remaining units.

Sizes available are from 4,426 ft² to 17,814 ft² finished to an excellent standard within a secured managed estate.

Unit A is the smallest one available is a detached unit of 4,426 ft² which has its own private yard to the front.  The remaining units are between 5,059 and 7,696 ft² available individually or in combination, potentially to provide up to 17,814 ft² in one building.

Tim Richardson from FHP Property Consultants comments:

“The units are due for completion at the end of February 2020 and will provide a really good high quality environment in a convenient location off the ring road.  The buildings are available either to lease or to buy and we shall be pleased to provide any further details or plans to interested parties.   It is difficult to find commercial premises to buy in and around Derby and therefore this offers a unique opportunity to acquire your own premises.  Many company owners buy such premises via their pension scheme which provides an efficient way of funding a purchase whilst investing for their retirement.”   

For further information or advice on properties in the region please contact Tim Richardson at FHP Property Consultants 01332 224 857 or email timr@fhp.co.uk.

Loughborough has always been one of the strongest regions in terms of demand to purchase warehouse or industrial space and it is anticipated that a new opportunity brought to the market on Belton Road in the town will be well received and interest will be quickly generated.

Offering substantial storage space augmented with two storey offices and ancillary, the building has become available as a result of the forthcoming expansion and relocation of Selective Marketplace and Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP have been instructed to find a new owner for the property.

They commented:

“We often receive requests for opportunities in Loughborough from parties frustrated by the lack of space available in the town.  Therefore, we expect good interest to be received in this building and we can hopefully find a purchaser quickly.

The building offers a good mix of storage space interlinking with office and ancillary totalling just over 30,000ft².

Our clients have expanded and are due to relocate to new premises by the end of February next year so effectively the building is immediately available for any party looking to take opportunity of this rare chance to purchase.

We would be delighted to speak to buyers and to arrange to show them around.”

For further information on the property or to arrange to view or discuss please contact Tim Gilbertson or Chris Proctor on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk / chris@fhp.co.uk.

Owners and developers of Crosslink 646 at Loughborough, Rotherhill Developments are delighted to confirm via their agents Tim Gilbertson of FHP and Mike Allwood of Andrew & Ashwell completion of two buildings on site of 66,000ft² and 29,000ft² and simultaneous completion of the sales to expanding local occupiers.  

Agents for the scheme, Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP and Mike Allwood and Geoff Gibson of Andrew & Ashwell are delighted with the speed at which these deals have been completed. 

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“After what has been a busy year so far in terms of deals and construction on site, we are delighted with these two completions.

This leaves us just one further plot where we can accommodate units from 20,000ft² up to 120,000ft² and where we are close to agreeing terms to another expanding local occupier.

However, we still have options available and both myself and our joint agents would be delighted to speak with any interested parties.”

The 66,000ft² unit has been sold to local occupier Selective Marketplace.  Operations Director Hannah Dashper commented:

“Our new warehouse at Crosslink has been designed to our detailed specification.  It will enable us to consolidate all of our stock into one location which will lead to dramatic improvements in our operating efficiencies and give us much needed room for further growth. The extra office space will facilitate our new in-house call centre from which we aim to serve all our key markets around the clock.  The process of acquiring and developing the land through Rotherhill has been straightforward with us taking possession of the build only 8 months after agreeing the deal.” 

For further information on the remaining site where buildings can be accommodated from 20,000ft² upwards then any interested parties are encouraged to contact quickly, due to the strength of interest received, Tim Gilbertson of FHP or Mile Allwood at Andrew & Ashwell as Crosslink offers one of the rare opportunities in the region where new build space can be bespoke built and purchased or rented.

Loughborough has been one of the strongest East Midlands regions in terms of demand for industrial and storage space over the last few years.  A strong business location with excellent road links, Loughborough has been starved of good quality space over the last few years and that which comes available tends to let quickly.

FHP are delighted therefore to bring to the market two units for immediate occupation either individually or combined on Falcon Business Park, off Meadow Lane in Loughborough, one of the town’s best destinations.

Chris Proctor and Tim Gilbertson of FHP Property Consultants commented:-

“It is great to have these two new units on the market in Loughborough, they are currently configured to provide separate occupation but by partial removal of a division wall the two can be combined into a single unit of over 35,000ft².

Independently though, we have two units on offer of just over 15,600ft² and 19,700² respectively and both offer very well presented simple storage or production space. 

Both units are set on a shared secure site and benefit from easy access and extensive parking, particularly for Unit 2 which has a very large car park to the rear. Hopefully the units should let quickly given the lack of space in the area and continuing demand we continue to encounter for this location”.

For further information or to discuss or arrange a viewing please contact either Tim Gilbertson (0115 9507577 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (0115 841 4798 / chris@fhp.co.uk).

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring to the market substantial warehouse/production space with expansion land all set on a securely fenced and gated site on Glaisdale Industrial Estate.

Immediately available to buy or rent on a new lease, the building offers a good mix of two storey offices interlinking with warehouse and production space beyond.

One of the key benefits with this building is the large site upon which it sits which extends to just over 1.76 acres providing scope for extension of the building/increased yard space (all subject to planning) in a prominent position on one of the City’s favoured estates.  Glaisdale Industrial Estate provides quick links to both Nottingham City Centre, Nottingham’s Ring Road and the A610 leading to Junction 26 of the M1 Motorway.

To be marketed by Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor, they commented:

“It is good to have another building available on Glaisdale Drive as it is always a location that trades well, particularly as our clients are happy to sell or rent this opportunity.

This is a good modern warehouse/production unit with offices but perhaps the key advantage here is the ability to extend the building over time or increase the yard space and add in additional loading doors etc, all subject to planning of course.  The building sits on a large site of just over 1.76 acres.

I hope that any interested parties come forward and we would be delighted to show them around the building or discuss in detail.”

For further information please contact Tim Gilbertson or Chris Proctor on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk / chris@fhp.co.uk.

Castlewood Business Park sits adjoining Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway at its intersection with the A38 and provides one of the finest locations for manufacturing and distribution occupiers in the Midlands.  The latest deal completed at Castlewood Business Park sees a speculatively constructed unit of just over 72,000ft² let on a new long term lease taking space now built on site and occupied to just under 2 million sq ft. An outstanding figure which has also seen the park provide jobs for over 2,000 already.

Agent for the scheme Tim Gilbertson of FHP commented:

“Over the last few years Castlewood has cemented its reputation as one of the Midlands foremost industrial and distribution locations as a result of its fantastic position adjoining Junction 28 of the M1 at its intersection with the A38 the added factors which we can offer her at Castlewood that help us to achieve success.  Good levels of availability of labour, a willing and able workforce and a developer in the form of James Richards, Development Director at CWC Group, who grasps every opportunity, helps us to push the site forward and all of these factors enhance its attractiveness to every potential occupier.

Recent deals concluded saw further amenity brought to the site in the form of Costa Coffee, Spar Supermarket, Greggs and petrol filing station and all of these facilities have aided our attempts to secure new occupiers for the site adding additional attraction to the excellent location we have on offer.

Castlewood’s strengths have enabled our clients to take the sensible and admirable step of speculatively constructing a building of just over 70,000ft² and it is a delight to be able to say that we have completed a letting on that building bringing the total floor area now built and occupied on the park to just under 2 million sq ft.

It is hard to think of any competing site in the East Midlands or indeed further afield that has had such success in recent years and with over 30 acres of land left we anticipate further success in the near future.

Indeed we already have another design and build deal under offer and plans to speculatively develop more space on the park in the near future too.”

Development Director at CWC Group, James Richards, who has dealt with the site since its inception added:

“Castlewood has been the jewel in the crown for CWC in recent years.  The fact that we have concluded another deal which takes us to nearly 2 million sq ft built and occupied is great to see, not only for ourselves but it is also a real boost to the local and regional economy.

As Tim suggests, we have any number of elements in our favour here and we have tried to be as proactive as possible, listen to potential occupiers needs, try to accommodate them wherever possible and also add value to their occupation and indeed the site as a whole by increasing the amenity offering for the benefit of one and all.

Not only do we continue to secure design and build deals, we currently have one in legals for the provision of a new facility for another local occupier, but we also intend to continue to speculatively develop space, available to buy or rent in order to provide much needed opportunities for local companies.

Our agents keep bringing us the deals and I was delighted to see Castlewood recognised as one of the best locations in the region.  We will continue to do all we can to ensure that this remains the case and encourage further occupiers to the site.”

For further information on this transaction or to discuss how Castlewood might provide your business with its new home on either a purchase or rental basis please contact Tim Gilbertson at FHP (0115 9507577 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or our joint agent Christian Smith at Savills (07808 784789 / christian.smith@savills.com).

Glaisdale Drive Industrial Estate in Bilborough has always been a popular destination for Nottingham based production and distribution occupiers given its ease of access by public transport and its proximity to Nottingham’s Ring Road and the A610 leading to Junction 26 of the Motorway plus quick access via the A52 to Junction 25 as well.

Therefore the latest property available on the estate through Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP should be well received particularly as it is available to buy or rent.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“This is a good quality building, fully fitted and ready for immediate occupation.  Our client is quite happy to sell or rent the space and with the prominence it has to Glaisdale Drive it really sits on one of the best sites on the estate which has always been well received given its excellent transport links.

With the estate benefiting from quick access to the centre of Nottingham as well as the A610 and the Motorway network, this building should go quickly particularly as our client is just as happy to sell or rent the space therefore opening up every possible opportunity with the building.

Vacant possession will be available from the end of this year.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Tim Gilbertson or Chris Proctor at FHP on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk / chris@fhp.co.uk.

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring to market Unit 3 Viking Business Centre in Woodville, Swadlincote.

Viking Business Centre is situated off the A511 (High Street), Woodville, close to its junction with the A514.  The premises comprise a mid-terraced industrial/warehouse unit providing clear span warehouse accommodation with office and WC facilities.

The property measures 1,585ft² and is available to lease at a rent of £12,000 per annum.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:-

“This is a great opportunity to rent a small warehouse, and I anticipate good levels of interest.  Viking Business Centre provides an excellent mix of local businesses, many of which have been in this location for years.   

There are few similar sized units available in the area, so please get in touch if this may be of interest.  I look forward to speaking with all prospective parties.”     

 Should you require any further information or wish to arrange a viewing then please contact Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants on 01332 343 222 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

Location, Location, Location . . . . so the old phrase goes and Nottingham’s Ring Road for office and industrial and distribution occupiers tends to be considered the best stop in the County.  Therefore, hopefully two new instructions on Nottingham’s Ring Road being marketed by Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP might appeal to any expending local occupier.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“Highly visible, very accessible and providing terrific road links to Nottingham, its Ring Road and Junctions 24, 25 and 26 of the M1, Abbeyfield Road is a great location and it is terrific that we have two new instructions to offer here.

Firstly a warehouse of just under 40,000ft² which is currently being refurbished with its own yard and offers high bay storage space possibly also suitable for production, available on a new lease following refurbishment which is due to complete in the coming weeks.

On the same site and available independently or in conjunction with the warehouse space, we have a really good quality two storey office again very prominent with its own car park and presented in good condition throughout.

Both buildings are available independently of each other or can be combined under a single lease with the office extending to approximately 3,483ft².

Not only is this location great for car access, but it also has good public transport links and obviously affords terrific prominence and visibility for any company seeking to take space in one of the best spots in the City.”

For details of these opportunities or to discuss or view please contact Tim Gilbertson or Chris Proctor at FHP on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk / chris@fhp.co.uk.

I am delighted to announce that 7a Roseland Business Park has now achieved practical completion and a deal has been agreed for Bennington Foods to take a new build industrial unit of 30,000ft² on a new lease. This was the first new build project at Roseland Business Park, and we are delighted with the outcome and success.

We have many more options still available at Roseland Business Park with a range of existing buildings available ideal for cost effective short- and long-term storage, production and manufacturing ranging from 11,854ft² to 45,166ft².

Anthony Barrowcliffe from FHP comments: –

“Currently we have several different options at Roseland Business Park to meet different size requirements as well as further developments still to come.  Not only do we have existing stock immediately available for occupation we also have new design and build options. 

What we offer at Roseland Business Park is a unique cost-effective location providing value for money on a secure self-contained site with excellent access to the A1, alongside 24-hour security. Therefore, I look forward to discussing all the available options with all interested parties”

For more information please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP Property Consultants on 0115 841 1148 or alternatively email anthony@fhp.co.uk.

Chris Proctor, Tom Szymkiw and Anthony Barrowcliffe are delighted to bring to the market three units in Colwick available in various size combinations all of which benefit from substantial yard in a great location just off Colwick Loop Road.

Providing simple storage or production space we have floor combinations available from as little as 5,000ft² up to 13,000ft² all offered on a new lease immediately.

Currently being refurbished, the buildings have huge storage space to the front elevation and whilst currently interconnecting can be made available individually or combined.

To discuss or arrange to view please contact FHP on 0115 9507577.

With stock shortages still prevalent in the Nottingham industrial and warehouse market, it is with pleasure that Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP are bringing to the market a good quality unit on Glaisdale Drive Industrial Estate in Nottingham.

Offering clear span production or storage space, augmented by two storey offices all set on a large site with securely fenced and gated yard, Unit 2, Glaisdale Point represents one of the best buildings in the City.

The current occupiers are due to relocate in early 2020 and therefore early interest is sought with a view to making the building available from their relocation early next year.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“We have let units on Glaisdale Drive many times over in recent years, it always trades well as it is such a good location and this building should hopefully see interested generated quickly as well.

It has the distinct advantage of a good sized yard which is securely fenced and gated which is always a terrific benefit.

Readily accessible by public transport as well as with good road links, the building is just over 15,000ft² and we are able to conduct viewings now and try and agree terms with our next occupier ready for them to move in once the current tenants vacant early in 2020.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Tim Gilbertson or Chris Proctor at FHP on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk / chris@fhp.co.uk.

Crown Park is a new build industrial development on the west side of Derby City Centre, providing warehouse and trade counter units from 2,500ft².

Tim Richardson from FHP Property Consultants who are marketing the scheme comments:

“We are really pleased to announce that we have agreed terms for lettings of 2 of the units already which is an excellent start as work onsite has only just began.  Unit sizes remaining are 4,426ft², 5,059ft² and 7,700ft², available individually or in combination.

Units are offered either to buy the freehold, or alternatively to let and will be situated within a managed landscaped fenced and gated estate.

 Our clients, CWC Group, are one of the largest developers in the region and have built out many high quality schemes over the years both in Derby and across the country.

 With an ongoing shortage of good quality industrial buildings in the Derby area combined with resilient demand and a firm level of enquiries for industrial space coming thorough this office, we are confident that the scheme will continue to go well.”

 If you are looking for space in the Derby area then please get in touch with Tim Richardson at FHP Property Consultants 01332 224 857 or email timr@fhp.co.uk.

FHP were very easy to work with and were very helpful, providing access to the new site to allow us to prepare for the move in advance of our move in date and generally making the whole process stress free.

Planning has now been granted by Ashfield District Council for Rotherhill Developments Ltd to transform the former C P Berry site on Daniels Way in Hucknall.  Planning has been approved for substantial refurbishment of the existing industrial unit and delivery of new industrial units within the 0.9-acre site.

Daniels Way is an established industrial location in Hucknall and provides excellent access to both Junction 26 and 27 of the M1 Motorway and offers excellent public transport along Watnall Road.

Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP comments: –

“I am thrilled to be working alongside Rotherhill Developments Ltd on this exciting scheme.  This scheme bringing freehold industrial units to what I believe to be a starved marketplace of instructions like this.

Planning has now been granted and we anticipate practical completion by Q2 2020.  The units will all benefit from an excellent specification within a secure fenced yard.

We can offer many different size options within this estate to meet many freehold requirements, therefore I look forward to discussing this with all interested parties.”

If you would like further information regarding these units, please do not hesitate to contact Anthony Barrowcliffe on 0115 841 1148 or anthony@fhp.co.uk.

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to announce the recent letting of 1 Riverside Court, Pride Park, Derby to Yellow Rail Limited.

The premises comprise a detached modern industrial/warehouse unit extending to 15,665ft², and are situated off Riverside Road on Pride Park.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments: –

“A slightly more complicated instruction than normal, due to there being an existing lease in place.  Acting on behalf of the leaseholder, we achieved a simultaneous surrender and new lease which worked well for all involved.

The property speaks for itself and we received good enquiries following a comprehensive marketing campaign.  We’ve also been asked by Yellow Rail Limited to market their existing unit, of which further details will be available shortly.”  

For further information on this letting please contact Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants on 01332 343 222 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

Charnwood Trade Park at Loughborough, the speculative development of four trade units totalling 9,000ft², is closing in on practical completion which is due in mid November 2019.  FHP Property Consultants who were brought on as the marketing agents on behalf of Brackley Developments currently have all four units under offer with solicitors.

Chris Proctor of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“The initial success of this scheme prior to even having a steel poral frame out the ground goes to show the high level of local demand for small industrial units in Loughborough.  All four units are all under offer on a freehold basis currently and we have received further interest from parties and have had to take a first reserve policy for the units.

I would be happy to discuss with any developers or land owners the potential to deliver a small trade/industrial scheme as we have seen with a number of these schemes now if they are correctly marketed they can prove a real success and benchmark for the market.”

For any further information on these opportunities, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Proctor of FHP Property Consultants on 0115 8414798 or chris@fhp.co.uk.

Whilst some parts of the property market have been sleepy over the summer months, Castlewood Business Park at Junction 28 of the M1 has pressed on with a wide range of activity on site.

Agents for the scheme Tim Gilbertson of FHP and Ranjit Gill of Savills commented:

“The recently speculatively completed 72,000ft² warehouse/production building on site, CW72, has create substantial interest and has been placed under offer.  We hope to be able to confirm details of the new occupier in the next couple of weeks.

As a result of this success, site preparation works on Plot 11 which sits close to the Junction of the A38 and the M1 have commenced with further planned speculative development coming soon on that site.  It will ultimately offer smaller units to buy or rent from as little as 15,000ft² upwards as this plot and scheme progresses throughout the year.

Finally a further part of Plot 6 has been put under offer to add additional amenity and facilities to the site and we look forward to revealing details of this exciting development in the near future.”

Tim Gilbertson concluded by adding:

“The onward development at Castlewood is fantastic, it is terrific to have a site where we always seem to have activity with a couple more deals completed recently and further development planned.  It is certainly an exciting time for the park as we move towards the last quarter of the year.

We still have though plenty of land available to develop bespoke industrial or warehouse space from as little as 15,000ft² upwards and our land supply is diminishing so hopefully any potential occupiers who have been watching development on the site with interest over the last few years will take advantage of the final plots available and will give me a call to move to the region’s foremost park.

I would be delighted to discuss potential interest with any possible occupiers.” 

For further information on the latest deal or to discuss if Castlewood might suit your business as its new home then please contact Tim Gilbertson of FHP.

Stock shortages throughout the region have seen good quality space in demand, exemplified by the latest deal completed by Tim Gilbertson of FHP.

Acting on behalf of long term clients, Tim Gilbertson commented:

“We are delighted to complete on this latest deal for long term clients here which sees good quality modern warehousing space of 11,000ft² let to expanding distribution company H Beardsley.  We wish them well with their growth in the region.

This good quality unit created interest from day one of our marketing and it is great to see an expanding company take additional space whilst also obviously serving our client’s needs of a quick deal with a long term lease secured.

Stock remains a real issue along the M1 Corridor in the East Midlands and further afield as well, and with further deals to be announced shortly close by, demand has remained consistent over the quarter despite the travails in the wider world.

Hopefully though continued demand will be encountered in the coming months when eventually, we all hope, Brexit will be resolved one way or the other.

In the meantime though it’s a positive message I can give, demand for space continues and the biggest issue is the lack of opportunities rather than the lack of occupiers.”

For further information or to see how FHP could help with your property needs please contact Tim Gilbertson on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk.

Situated off the A511 High Street in Woodville, Derbyshire, Viking Business Centre comprises 13 modern light industrial/warehouse units ranging in size from 600 – 2,000 sq ft.

Following a run of recent lettings, FHP Property Consultants are pleased to announce the estate is now fully let.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“Viking Business Centre continues to attract good quality local businesses, and I’m pleased the estate has achieved full occupancy.  Earlier this year we let Unit 5 to BCT Aviation, and more recently BRS Refrigeration, who already occupy Unit 12, have expanded into Unit 11.

Rents have been on the rise at Viking Business Centre, and the most recent letting headlined at £7.50 per sq ft.  By way of a comparison, we were achieving rents of £5.50 per sq ft back in 2016/17.”

For further information on this letting or to speak to someone regarding your industrial/warehouse requirement, please contact Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants on 01332 224854 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

In the latest deal concluded around the Junction 28 area by FHP, Tim Gilbertson has sold good quality space on Lower Oakham Way in Mansfield facilitating the expansion and relocation of the as yet undisclosed buyers.

Within 2-3 days of marketing commencing the buyers were identified and swiftly agreed a deal to purchase the property.  With solicitors instructed shortly thereafter, the whole process from bringing the property to market to completing the sale has taken less than a couple of months, pleasing both vendor and purchaser alike.

The speed of this deal and the strength of interest created in the building shows the continued demand for space in the region, particularly to purchase, and Tim Gilbertson of FHP who sold the building takes up the story:

“I was delighted to be offered the chance to sell this building on behalf of our clients and am equally pleased that our initial advice in terms of pricing and a timescale for a disposal were achieved and exceeded.  Mansfield, Kirkby in Ashfield, Sutton in Ashfield, in Nottinghamshire and on the Derbyshire side Alfreton and Somercotes and surrounding areas, all which from part of the Junction 28 industrial and distribution market, really are top performers in the region at present.  Property is certainly in demand both to rent and buy and new development is desperately needed to fill the void in supply as we have continued to receive strong demand from potential buyers and tenants throughout the summer which hopefully will continue throughout the year and beyond.

This sale was particularly satisfying as the purchasers were a pleasure to deal with throughout and it is always great to sell any building to an expanding local company.

I wish the new owners great success in the building and I am sure it will be terrific acquisition for them.

FHP acted on behalf of a pension fund selling the building and their spokesman commented:

“I am delighted with the outcome here, Tim Gilbertson and colleagues at FHP have done a great job and I cannot recommend them highly enough.  Not only did they meet and exceed our expectations in terms of price and timescale but I also instructed them to negotiate the surrender of the current occupier’s lease which they dealt with equally efficiently.   I look forward to working with Tim Gilbertson, Chris Proctor and colleagues again and cannot recommend FHP highly enough.” 

For further information on the deal or to see how FHP can sell or rent your building quickly please give Tim Gilbertson a call or drop him an email on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk.

I am delighted with the outcome here, Tim Gilbertson and colleagues at FHP have done a great job and I cannot recommend them highly enough.  Not only did they meet and exceed our expectations in terms of price and timescale but I also instructed them to negotiate the surrender of the current occupier’s lease which they dealt with equally efficiently.   I look forward to working with Tim Gilbertson, Chris Proctor and colleagues again and cannot recommend FHP highly enough.

Good quality warehouse or production space set on its own secure site is always sought after and hopefully this will prove the case with a new opportunity just brought to the market.

Hawthorn Road in Castle Donington offers a modern warehouse or production building of just over 23,000ft² set on a large site of over 1.11 acres.

With the site being securely fenced and gate the building is ideal for any party needing external storage, adding to the superb location this being one of the regions most popular spots.

Available on a new lease, Tim Gilbertson and Chris Proctor of FHP will be marketing the building and commented:

“Stock levels at Castle Donington have been low for a long time and hopefully this new opportunity will be well received.  We always find that buildings on good sized sites are sought after and hopefully that will be the case on this one, particularly as the building is to be refurbished throughout to present a very simple and well designed layout, ideal for any manufacturing or distribution purpose.”

For further information or to discuss the building and arrange to view please contact FHP on 0115 9507577 or 01332 343222.

Following an extensive marketing campaign and a flurry of lettings over the last few months, joint agents FHP Property Consultants and Commercial Property Partners have achieved full occupancy at the Air Cargo Centre at East Midlands Airport.

The Estate comprises some 20 units totaling circa 150,000ft² and was purchased by M7 Real Estate on behalf of investors just under 12 months ago, at which point the estate was two thirds occupied.

Three recent lettings have filled the estate including 5,500ft² to HGV Direct, 14,000ft² to Norsk Global and 5,900ft² to DHL.

Tim Richardson of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“Following the acquisition of the Estate by M7 Real Estate, the marketing was relaunched and both FHP and CPP had a good level of enquiries from high quality companies.  In fact we still have requirements for the Air Cargo Centre which we have not been able to satisfy there.  The calibre of these companies and the rental tone set highlights the benefits of this location and the standard of units on offer.”    

Stuart Waite of CPP comments:

“We are delighted to reach full occupancy at Air Cargo Centre following a busy few months of letting activity, demonstrating resilient levels of demand for good quality, well positioned warehouse facilities in the region. We’ve managed to attract some fantastic occupiers to the estate, driven largely by its position at the centre of the region on the East Midlands Airport campus, just a stone’s throw from the M1”

James Chasen, Asset Manager at M7 Real Estate adds:

“We are very pleased to have been able to acquire this Estate, drive the rents and achieve full occupancy on behalf of our investors within a relatively short period.”

The Air Cargo Centre is situated on the East Midlands Airport Campus with excellent access to the M1 Motorway at Junctions 23a and 24.  East Midlands Airport is the UK’s number one pure cargo airport managing over 365,000 tonnes per year and is home to leading air freight operators such as DHL, TNT and UPS, as well as being a major air hub for the Royal Mail.

For further information, please contact Tim Richardson at FHP Property Consultants on 01332 343 222 or Stuart Waite at CPP on 0115 697 7063.

Cost effective warehouses, offices and ancillary space all on a large secure yard available leasehold.  The site is located in Pinxton on Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway.

The site consists of substantial warehouse accommodation suitable for storage, workshops, production or manufacturing alongside excellent office accommodation with parking and yard facilities, with the option of external/outside yard space.

The site is available as a whole or split depending on the requirement and we look forward to discussing all enquiries with interested parties and whether we can meet specific requirements on this very flexible site.

For further information on this site please contact contact Anthony Barrowcliffe on 0115 950 7577 or anthony@fhp.co.uk.

Space at Junction 28 of the M1 on both sides of the Motorway continues to be much sought after, as proved by an off-market deal concluded by Tim Gilbertson of FHP.

Tim Gilbertson takes up the story:

“It was great to let quickly this surplus space of 27,000ft² just off the A38 at Junction 28 on behalf of long term clients.  When asked to market the space, as always I immediately approached a most likely party to take the building and was therefore able to quickly show them round, agree terms and instruct solicitors without the need for boards, marketing or indeed any additional cost being incurred on behalf of clients.  It is always particularly satisfying to conclude a deal in this way as it is our market knowledge which is key and enables us to fill space where others can sometimes struggle.

The deal concluded sees local distribution company Silver X take further space and we wish them well with their expansion into the building.

With space at a premium around Junction 28 and design and build deals being concluded on a freehold and leasehold basis still there is good underlying demand for both space to rent and purchase.  We would be delighted to put forward marketing thoughts on any instructions as demand seems to continue unabated, regardless of the ways of the world!”

For further information please contact Tim Gilbertson at FHP on 0115 9507577 or tim@fhp.co.uk.

Stock levels throughout the East Midlands for warehouse, production, and storage space still remains very low, and we have found that good quality buildings continue to be bought and let. FHP have achieved excellent success along the A1 corridor so far this year which we believe demonstrates a clear demand in this region, with a further 6 months remaining of the year to achieve even more success.

We are still receiving good amounts of enquiries for units down the A1 Corridor and in particular Newark, Lincoln and Grantham regions, therefore we would be delighted to talk about the market for both leasehold and freehold instructions with landlords and tenants alike. We believe there is currently a really positive message within the marketplace to either sell or let your property and that the economy is still strong regardless of what is going on within British politics.

2019 has been a successful year for FHP along the A1 corridor having already completed two successful lettings, over 70,000ft² in Worksop and 65,000ft² in Tuxford, totalling 135,000ft² at the halfway point of the year, with a further 5,200ft² having just been put under offer in Lincoln.

Although the A1 is not regarded as highly as the M1 corridor for industrial and distribution space, the location has performed well and it is exceptionally amenable, hence the success we have had, and we believe will continue to have.

Over the last few years stock available on the A1 Corridor in the East Midlands has been limited, however we are delighted to have recently been appointed to market several properties within this region including; Roseland Business Park, Balderton Business Park and Pioneer Way in Lincoln.

For further information on space available throughout this region please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe (anthony@fhp.co.uk ) or Tim Gilbertson (tim@fhp.co.uk ) at FHP Property Consultants.