FHP are delighted to confirm the letting of high quality premises on Traffic Street, close to the centre of Nottingham, just off Wilford Street, which may have been let on behalf of Wildwood Estates to Enterprise Rent A Car.

Acting jointly with Jonathan Bishop of HEB, Tim Gilbertson, Partner of FHP has concluded the letting on a deal which sees further expansion in Nottingham for Enterprise in a base which should serve them well.

The deal concluded satisfies Enterprise’s search for premises close to the City Centre with this building being ideal as it was formerly used for car vehicle repairs and has the benefit of extensive car parking in a modern and high calibre building.

Tim Gilbertson who agreed the deal commented:

“Being set so close to the centre of Nottingham and readily accessible by foot and car, the building was an ideal base for Enterprise to focus in upon.

With their specific requirement for a building close to the City Centre but with extensive car parking, this opportunity proved ideal and we were delighted to agree a 10 year lease for our clients to this high calibre covenant. 

The deal should certainly suit both parties and serve them well for the future and we wish Enterprise well with their continued planned expansion.”

FHP acted on behalf of long term clients Wildwood Estates and Andrew Pike from the landlords commented:

“We are very pleased to have let the building to such a strong covenant and have been impressed with the speed the joint agents have managed to secure the tenant in what still remains a challenging market.”

For further information on the deal or to discuss your property requirements please contact us on 0115 9507577.

Dominant East Midlands Developer, Sladen Estates, have asked Tim Gilbertson at FHP to join their marketing team for the disposal of their top quality Hamilton Place scheme at Mansfield.

Joining existing agents Innes England, Tim Gilbertson of FHP is confident that success can be achieved and with the early 2011 industrial/warehouse market showing signs of life, hopefully now is the time to capitalise upon this seemingly increased confidence in the market place. 

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“As a practice we are involved heavily with Sladen Estates on other schemes that they have throughout the East Midlands in both the industrial and office sectors.  The addition of this further instruction is another opportunity for us to encourage interest in this excellent building which has been constructed to the highest standards.

Occupying a prime site on Oakham Business Park, one of Mansfield’s favoured industrial and warehouse locations which benefits from quick access to the A38, Mansfield and Ashfield Regeneration Route (MARR) and Junction 28 of the M1, we are sure that with the market now showing some signs of activity and this building being constructed to the highest standards that we will quickly encourage and unearth new interest. 

The building is available to both purchase or rent and our clients have great flexibility.  Whilst competing space does exist this is starting to dwindle after a number of pre-Christmas deals completed in the area and therefore interested parties will be encouraged to progress their interest sooner rather than later so as not to miss out on this terrific option.

The building has been fitted out with high quality two storey offices but also has the distinct benefit of extensive on-site parking and large secure delivery yard.

Myself and my colleagues will be delighted to show any interested parties around the building and look forward to continuing the positive thoughts of the early part of January with the successful disposal of this building.”

For further information on the building please contact Tim Gilbertson on 0115 9507577.

Jonathan Sayer, Surveyor at FHP acting as joint agent alongside Salloway, is delighted to confirm the letting of Units 1 and 2 Salcombe Road, Meadow Lane Industrial Estate, Alfreton to PC4 Recycling.

PC4 Recycling have taken a new ten year lease of premises extending to 23,741ft² which are prominently situated at the junction of Salcombe Road and Meadow Lane.  The letting to PC4 Recycling follows the recent letting of Units 3 and 4 to Howdens Joinery. 

PC4 Recycling is a leading computer recycling company offering a nationwide IT recycling service to clients including; STA Travel, Turner & Townsend, Midlands Co-op and Barlow World Handling.  Steve Holmes, Managing Director, formed the company in response to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive which was introduced in 2007.  The WEEE Directive aims to reduce the amount of electronic equipment being produced and to encourage everyone to reuse, recycle and recover where possible.

Jonathan Sayer of FHP who agreed to deal on behalf of the Landlord commented:-

“The letting to PC4 recycling limited is particularly pleasing.  The property was ideal for their use offering the right balance of warehouse and office accommodation to fit with their particular requirements whilst being within easy reach of the A38 Dual Carriageway and Junction 28 of the M1.  The letting underlines the significance that a Junction 28 location for occupiers seeking excellent value accommodation with good strategic transport links. 

The letting brings 100% occupancy to the premises at Salcombe Road after the recent letting at Langham Park’s Berristow Lane scheme to Citi Post. Well presented, good quality units still generating enquiries whilst market conditions remain challenging this recent letting is encouraging and wish Steve and the rest of the team at PC4 Recycling all the best for the future.”

Mike Wrigley of PMW Property commented:-

“PMW Property Developments have been delighted to work with FHP,  who have secured another letting to complete occupancy within our unit at Salcombe Rd following on from successful lettings in three of our other units within the Derby/Nottingham area and satisfies the pent up demand for quality second hand manufacturing/warehouse units.

Our firm has also worked closely with FHP to successfully acquire further units/industrial estates within the area which will be released shortly.”

Steve Holmes of PC4 Recycling added:-

“The expansion is due to PC4 Recycling offering yearly contract rates back in March 2010, the additional 20,000sqft will help PC4 Recycling service our existing clients and new clients signing up for the popular yearly contract rate, which includes unlimited collections of any IT items collected all for the one price.”

For further details of this letting or for details of industrial opportunities in Derbyshire, please contact Jonathan Sayer at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor on 01332 343 222.

Pictured left to right Steve Holmes PC4 Recycling and Jonathan Sayer FHP

FHP acting on behalf of the Leavesley Group are delighted to announce the letting of Unit 3 Erewash Court, Manners Industrial Estate, Ilkeston to Springvale Leisure Limited.  Springvale have taken a new 3 year lease on the 3,371ft² unit.

Employing in excess of 100 staff mainly from the immediate areas of Ilkeston, Springvale is one of the leading major manufacturers of soft furnishings to the caravan industry and supply furnishings, seating, curtains and upholstered furniture for the large twin units and touring caravans. They also provide for hotel and corporate customers as far afield as the Netherlands and Sweden. The additional warehouse will allow them to increase their manufacturing expansion on their 40,000ft² premises situated in their adjacent unit.

Jim Duffield Managing Director at Springvale Leisure commented:

‘In regard to taking up unit 3, I would like to mention that we were very well served particularly by George Dunnicliff, who was pleasant and efficient. It was also a refreshing experience to be dealing with someone who conducted the acquisition with politeness and good manners, (Rare commodities these days). Thanks once again George.’

George Dunnicliff, Surveyor at FHP who negotiated the lease commented:

‘FHP has enjoyed a great deal of success at the Manners Industrial Estate in the past. The letting of this unit to Springvale Leisure, a company looking to expand operations shows the strength of Ilkeston as an industrial location when compared to other competing locations in the East Midlands. It has been a pleasure to work with all parties on this deal and I wish all the best of luck to Springvale for the future.’

FHP are currently marketing a number of other industrial units on the Estate.  To discuss your industrial requirements or for further information on opportunities in the area please contact George Dunnicliff or Jonathan Sayer on 01332 343222.

Picture from left to right –George Dunnicliff of FHP and Jim Duffield of Springvale Leisure Limited

 Acting on behalf of T & J Properties FHP are pleased to confirm the sale of Unit 2 Elizabeth Court, Manners Industrial Estate, Ilkeston to Gladex Limited. The sheet metal fabrication company were looking to increase their presence in Ilkeston and have purchased the recently refurbished unit extending to 1,115ft².

Geoff Lamb, Managing Director of Gladex Limited commented:-

“We are very happy with our new Premises at Elizabeth Court. It is the ideal location for us to improve our prescence in the market and allow the company to grow.”

George Dunnicliff, Surveyor at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented:-

“FHP has had successful involvement with the estate in the past and by securing Gladex Limited, a company looking to expand its operation in Ilkeston. We wish Stephen Lamb and the rest of his team all the best of luck for the future.”

FHP are currently marketing a number of other industrial units in the Ilkeston area. To discuss your industrial requirement or for further information on opportunities in the area please contact George Dunnicliff or Jonathan Sayer on 01332 343222.

Pictured left to right- Stephen Lamb of Gladex and George Dunnicliff of FHP

Acting on behalf of Willowbrite Limited, Joint agents FHP and Lambert Smith Hampton are delighted to announce the letting of two units at Robin Hood Industrial Estate in Nottingham which provides a range of high quality refurbished industrial units in a very accessible location in Nottingham City Centre.

Docherty’s Chimneys have expanded their existing occupation on the estate by taking a further 3,770 sq ft to satisfy their increasing demand for storage space.

Also Colorset UVI Limited, a graphic design and display company based in London and Mansfield, have opened their new Nottingham base on the estate.

Tanya Pepper, Director of Colorset UVI commented:

“We are delighted to be back in the centre of Nottingham.  FHP pulled out all the stops to ensure that we were able to turn the move round within 6 weeks so that we could be in for the start of 2011 and ensure minimum disruption to our business – something very important to everyone in today’s climate.  We would happily look to them in the future when we need to expand again.”

Mark Tomlinson, surveyor at FHP commented:

“It is very encouraging that we have achieved both of these lettings in such a short space of time.  This comes as no surprise as we received good demand for these units from day one and we will continue to work with the Landlords managing agents to keep the rental voids on the estate to a minimum”

“There is undoubtedly still a lot of nervousness in the market at the moment but these deals illustrate that there is high quality stock available and opportunities for local companies to take advantage of competitive terms available at this time.”

Joint agent Sean Bremner at LSH added:

“The take-up of these two units quickly follows the refurbishment of the premises.  Occupiers have been impressed with the quality of the work, as a result their ingoing costs are minimal and they can be in and operating very quickly, being back to 100% occupation at the end of 2010 is a great achievement on this estate.”

For further information on these lettings or for information on future availability on the estate please contact Mark Tomlinson on 0115 841 1134 or Sean Bremner on 0115 976 6604.

Acting on behalf of George Neville Transport Safety Systems, Laura West, Surveyor at FHP, is pleased to report the sale of the 1,010 sq m (10,900 sq ft) warehouse unit on Summit Close which is located on the established Southwell Lane Industrial Estate in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.

The purchaser Rose Cottage, Garden Buildings will be relocating from their current premises in Watnall to set up what they hope will be their new business home for their family run business for a number of years.

Brian Hill, Director of Rose Cottage, Garden Buildings commented:-“We have been looking for a suitable property for our business for some time, and are pleased to have found an ideal solution in terms of a fantastic business location, room for expansion as well as the prospect of adding considerable value to this property through and extensive refurbishment project.“

Laura is pleased to report that there was significant interest in this unit which has been a result of offering the unit at an attractive price, in a popular and established location, with a large secure yard and most importantly the ability to offer the property on a freehold basis with vacant possession.

Interest also remains strong in the area for local occupiers looking to occupy space on a leasehold basis, having recently let units this year on both the Field Industrial Estate, Hamilton Road, Langham Park Berristow Lane and Lowmoor Business Park. We would be delighted to speak to you if you currently have vacant property within the area.  For further details on this sale or to discuss your industrial requirement further please contact Laura West at FHP on 0115 841 1149.

Acting on behalf of London based clients, Tim Gilbertson, Partner of FHP together with Sean Bremner of Lambert Smith Hampton are pleased to announce the successful disposal of substantial warehouse premises at Tibshelf, Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway.

The deal concluded sees the expansion of local firm Wanzl who already have representation on the estate and we wish them well with their continued success and expansion.

The deal concluded sees one of the largest buildings in the region moved on before the year end and hopefully bodes well for improved conditions in 2011.

The deal was concluded by joint agents Tim Gilbertson of FHP and Sean Bremner of Lambert Smith Hampton. 

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“It was great to see this deal concluded prior to the turn of the year and hopefully this bodes well for similar disposals in 2011. 

After positive negotiations with the eventual tenants, we are delighted to see the deal concluded and wish them well in their expansion which will hopefully also create more jobs in the region.

Despite the ongoing market difficulties, there have been substantial warehouse and industrial sales and lettings throughout the year and with the amount of space now starting to dwindle, hopefully this is a good sign as we move into 2011.

Crystal ball gazing is never a precise science but with some significant enquiries still in the market place and stock levels now falling, we do hope that conditions will improve as 2011 progresses.”

The building has been taken by Wanzl for their expansion in conjunction with their current base on the Tibshelf Estate. 

For further information on the deal or to see how we can help you with your potential disposal of space in the New Year then please do not hesitate to call FHP on 0115 9507577.

Acting on behalf of Stainton Capital, Tim Gilbertson, Partner of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor has secured an off market sale of a substantial site and premises on the Codnor Gate Industrial Estate to local developers PMW Property.

The sale represents one of the largest transactions in the region this quarter and with FHP retained by the new purchaser to let/sell on the various premises on the site our involvement is far from over with this opportunity.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“We were approached by our clients to put forward marketing thoughts on the disposal of this site following the departure of the former tenants.  We were delighted not only to be able to swiftly put forward marketing proposals, but equally to identify a party likely to be in the market for the space and in doing so we saved our clients significant time as we created and brokered an off market transaction.

This is one the largest site and land disposals in the East Midlands this quarter and FHP are now retained by the new owners, PMW Property, to sell/let on the constituent elements of the site.

As a result, we will shortly start marketing all units after refurbishment on flexible leasehold or freehold terms and anticipate strong interest. 

We are grateful to our clients for their instructions to secure this disposal and look forward to working onwardly with the new owners and utilising our in depth knowledge of this site for the benefit of all.”

The site will be marketed shortly on behalf of the new owners, PMW Property and FHP are retained to act onwardly.

Jo Jones from PMW Property commented:

“We are delighted to have secured this opportunity off market and we are sure that it will serve us well for the future.  The units are set in a fantastic spot, have been refurbished throughout and are available on flexible leasehold or freehold terms.  We have such a huge range of space available that we can meet the needs of virtually any requirement in the market place for industrial requirement in this area.

We are grateful to Tim at FHP and his team for bringing us this opportunity  and they have been asked to act on our behalf onwardly in the marketing together with BB & J,”

As a result, we will be able to offer high calibre refurbished space for purchase or rent from as little as 504m² (5,426ft²) and upwards.

All of the units offer good quality self contained space, on a securely fenced and gated site.  Two of the units benefit from their own extensive yard and separate accesses from the main estate road and all will be offered on flexible and attractive terms to either rent or purchase.  Any parties wishing to express an early interest are warmly invited to contact Tim Gilbertson at FHP on 0115 9507577.

Acting on behalf of National Autoparts, Tim Gilbertson of FHP has successfully acquired extensive warehouse and distribution space for his clients future expansion.

Currently, National Autoparts trade from their main base on Lenton Lane in Nottingham and FHP were asked to acquire premises identified on the most favourable terms at Alfreton to enable National Autoparts to relocate and expand. 

A deal was subsequently brokered for the acquisition of a building of just over 81,000ft² on very competitive terms at Alfreton which will enable National Autoparts to push forward quickly with their continued growth and success.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“It was a pleasure to act again on behalf of National Autoparts and secure this high quality warehouse space on their behalf.  The deal concluded sees our clients purchase extensive accommodation with the added benefit of a large land holding which will provide them with a terrific base for the future.

Not only were we instructed to acquire their new building but we also now have the pleasure of selling their current base on Lenton Lane.

This is now on the market and offers a rare opportunity to purchase good quality warehousing space off Lenton Lane which remains Nottingham’s most sought after industrial and warehouse base.  Sitting just off Lenton Lane/Nottingham’s Ring Road, the building is already attracting interest from a wide variety of occupiers and investors alike and we anticipate confirming news of a positive sale in the very near future.

I would be delighted to hear from any interested purchasers for what remains an impressive building of approximately 50,000ft² which is again rarely available in this part of Nottingham.”

Managing Director of National Autoparts, David Houlden, commented on the expansion of his company and relocation:

“We are delighted with the work that Tim at FHP has concluded for us as the building acquired will enable our company to expand and grow and meet its growing order book. 

The competitive price achieved for the property will enable us as well to fit out and amend the space to create a high standard environment for our staff, improve our productivity and enable us to provide better service still for our long standing clients.  We hope to be in the building within the next few months and therefore as a result we have asked Tim at FHP to sell our current base on Willow Road. 

This building has served us well for a number of years as a result of the superb location, being set just off Nottingham’s Ring Road and within minutes access of the City Centre whilst also providing excellent transport links with regular bus services within close proximity.

We have no doubt that FHP will be able to find a purchaser for our current building very soon.” 

For further details on the acquisition role that FHP have performed for their clients and Tim Gilbertson onward involvement in the sale of their current building then please contact FHP on 0115 9507577

The highly successful Amber Business Centre in Riddings, Alfreton has recently been acquired by Commercial Estates Group, a specialist property management investment and development company.

Established in 1989, the company has expanded and now has 89 sites with over 652 occupiers and a national presence. Amber Business Centre can cater for a range of business needs and occupiers with start-up business units of 624 sq ft up to established tenants with units of circa 25,500 sq ft also available.

Antonia Martin-Wright of CE Group commented

“We are delighted with the purchase of Amber Business Centre and are looking forward to revitalising the estate and managing in the long term. CEG will look to enhance the estate through investment, in order to create a central hub of business activity within the Derby locality. At CEG we believe in working with our tenants in order to secure them the best lease terms. We can offer flexibility and excellent quality accommodation to suit any occupier”

Andy Smith of NG Chartered Surveyors stated

“the range and variety of accommodation that is offered at Amber can cater for businesses, both large and small, and with a variety of flexible lease terms and generous incentives available, we expect take up to continue to be strong at the estate”

Laura West of joint agents, Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented

“over the last few years, the estate has seen substantial improvement with a significant increase in the number of tenants. Where other locations and estates suffered, Amber did not! The ability to meet the demand from the local market in terms of offering refurbished units, which were ready for immediate occupation helped to further improve our success. Recent new occupiers to the estate include Eden Tyre Sales, Derbyshire Fine Foods, Riddings Brick Cutting Services, County Packaging Services, Burgess Logistics and Limelight Events. We are pleased to report that we have strong interest from several other local occupiers and hope to be able to welcome these new tenants to this well managed estate over the next few months.” 

For a full breakdown of availability and pricing, please contact either of the joint agents, Andy Smith at NG Chartered Surveyors (0115-958-8599) or Laura West and Jonathan Sayer at FHP (01332-343-222)

Acting on behalf of Lightstone (Midlands) Limited FHP are pleased to announce a further letting at Enterprise Park on Wigwam Lane to Fibretek Communications Limited.

Enterprise Park provides a number of affordable workshop/storage units from 1,400 sq ft to 3,500 sq ft on a gated site in a very accessible location in Hucknall.

This letting follows a number of previous lettings on the park this year and the Landlord and agents are now working their way towards very healthy occupation levels on the site.

Mark Tomlinson of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented:

“General levels of demand remain high and we continue to speak to local businesses and regional businesses about the opportunities available on site.”

“We have a further four units currently under offer which we hope will complete before the end of the year which is a testament to the proactive approach of the landlord and their willingness to explore the individual requirements of prospective tenants.”

For further information on the opportunities available at Enterprise Park or other industrial properties please contact Mark on 0115 841 1134 or mark@fhp.co.uk.

Rani is an unusual name for a Business Park, but it comes from the name of the mother of Jack, Steve and Gary Digva who trade as Chartwell Properties.  The three brothers believe it brings them luck, however they’ve not needed luck as far as letting success has gone on the scheme as occupiers have been drawn to the superb quality of the units which include innovative features such as photovoltaic panels on the roof and full height, electric security shutters to the fenestration.

Over half the scheme has already been let to include Jones & Co, who have been providing buttons, zips and ribbons to the clothing industry for over 100 years.  They have moved into a 7,164ft² unit.

Tim Gilbertson of joint agents Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented:

“There is no doubt that over the last couple of weeks we have seen an increase in activity in this sector of the market.

Whilst no one can doubt that nervousness remains throughout the economy, it does appear that local companies are now seeing the run up to Christmas as a time to agree and complete deals and take advantage of the availability of fantastic stock on competitive terms.

The strange reality of the property market over the last few years is that whilst demand has been limited also supply has been strangled and there remains a limited pool of high quality space available. 

This is very much the case with Rani Business Park where from the original five units constructed, only two now remain and with existing initial interest in one of the remaining units as well, we do anticipate being able to report further deals shortly and would urge any potentially interested parties, who want modern, high quality and very secure accommodation to contact us as soon as possible”

Jack Digva of Chartwell Properties commented:

“We are thrilled that we’ve been able to secure some excellent tenants on to the Rani Business Park and I would like to wish them all the very best for the future”.

Tim Gilbertson of FHP has received instructions from his clients, National Autoparts to dispose of their substantial warehouse premises of just under 50,000ft² off Lenton Lane in Nottingham.

The building will be available to purchase as a result of the acquisition which Tim is leading again of their new base in the region.

Dealing with both acquisition of new premises and disposal of their current building enables FHP to provide the best possible advice for an occupier and hopefully achieve the desired expansion for our clients together with a rapid sale of their current space.

Their current building offers a prime position just off Lenton Lane in Nottingham’s favoured warehouse and industrial setting and is bound to attract early interest. 

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Tim Gilbertson for all his hard work and dedication in closing one of the most significant UK property lettings of the year. We greatly appreciate the proactive approach adopted by Tim and look forward to working with him in the near future

Manners Estate Tyres (of Ilkeston) Limited have recently opened a new Tyre Centre at Elizabeth Court, Manners Industrial Estate, Ilkeston.

Manners Estate Tyres will specialise in Tyres for cars, 4 x 4s and light commercial vehicles to trade and private customers. This family run company is the vision of Marc & Janine Dawson who with thirty years combined experience in the trade have taken the steps to relocate from Langley Mill business and acquire new premises.

Manners Estate Tyres (of Ilkeston) Limited have taken a new 6 year lease of the light industrial unit which extends to 159m² (1,711ft²) and enjoys excellence prominence to Manners Avenue, whilst offering convenient access to Ilkeston Town Centre.    

Marc Dawson of Manners Estate Tyres (of Ilkeston) Limited commented: –

“We chose Elizabeth Court due to the high profile of the Unit on Manners Industrial Estate and its proximity to Ilkeston Town Centre in order to provide a dedicated service to our customers in Ilkeston and surrounding area” 

The lease was agreed on behalf of a private landlord by Jonathan Sayer of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor who commented: –

“Manners Industrial Estate remains a popular and well established trading location. The Estate affords good access to Ilkeston Town Centre, the M1 motorway at Junction 26 via the A610 and the nearby cities of Derby and Nottingham.

This recent letting illustrates that, whilst conditions are challenging, good quality accommodation in established locations will let.”

Julie Topham on behalf of the landlord commented: –

“It was a pleasure doing business with Jonathan, who was very helpful and professional in securing the lease. We would like to wish Mr & Mrs Dawson all the best for their new business.”

In addition to this recent letting at Elizabeth Court the landlord has further leasehold industrial accommodation available including a further 1,700ft² on Manners Industrial Estate, Ilkeston and 6,000ft² at Loscoe. 

For further details or to arrange a viewing of these units please contact Jonathan Sayer at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor on 01332 343222.

Property agents Fisher Hargreaves Proctor are delighted to announce that they have successfully completed the letting of the former Regency Garage on Station Road in Carlton. 

The former car sales and MOT garage is 2,690ft² and given its current use as an MOT garage it was absolutely ideal for the new tenants, MOT Max.  The acquisition of Station Road, Carlton will help their rapid and aggressive expansion plans.  MOT Max, as their name suggests, are an MOT testing facility and they have committed to the site on a 10 year lease.

James Hartley, Surveyor at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented:

“We are delighted to have completed this letting to MOT Max so quickly after placing the property on the market.  The property had only been available since the end of January and with MOT Max viewing at the end of February, here we are mid May with the letting completed. 

This sort of timescale for marketing is fantastic particularly at the moment given the general consensus in the media is that people are not willing to commit to a new premises but this just goes to show that deals are achievable and that given the right approach from all sides a quick letting can be achieved.”

A spokesman from the landlords further commented:

“We are delighted to have completed this letting so soon and to achieve a 10 year lease to a company such as MOT Max is absolutely fantastic for us. 

Given much of the press we were reading we were unsure as to whether we would be able to achieve a letting on this property at all let alone so quickly.  We are very thankful to FHP for their committed and thorough approach to the marketing of this property. 

The unit itself was almost ready made for MOT use and means that MOT Max have been able to move straight in and almost start operating from day one.”

A spokesman from MOT Max further commented:

“It was great to come across this property and to be able to move in so quickly was fantastic for us.  The fact that this garage already had good road frontage, an MOT bay and a sized yard meant that this was perfect for us.  We currently have an aggressive expansion plan and this is the first of many MOT stations we will be opening which will allow us to offer our unbiased and specialised MOT service.

All of our MOT testers operate strictly within the VOSA Testing Guidelines and we feel very confident that we will be extremely successful from this site.  Our cars actually have an 89% pass rate on their MOT’s against a national pass rate of 67.5% and I am sure it will be the same at this testing station.”

If you would like any further information on this letting then please do not hesitate to contact James Hartley of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor on 0115 9507577.

FHP have been instructed to market a modern high specification industrial facility near Tibshelf which extends to over 90,000ft².  The property is situated less than 5 miles from Junction 28 of the M1 and offers high quality, substantially fitted out industrial space on a large secure site with excellent yard space and car parking.

The property also provides excellent quality two storey offices which extend to 11,000ft².  Edward Hine of FHP commented:-

“The recent availability of this property to the market offers the opportunity for an industrial company to acquire a high quality purpose built industrial unit which has the benefit of substantial fit out in the form of lighting, heating and power distribution.  The property has excellent loading facilities and is laid out to facilitate a flow through the building which will appeal to industrial companies.  This property offers excellent accommodation at a very economic rent and will be ideal for an industrial company looking to move into a building of this size”.

The latest Tenant to take occupation at the popular Enterprise Park, Hucknall are Mazda MX–5 specialists, 5 Speed.  They have taken occupation of Unit A1 Enterprise Park which extends to 1,530ft² and was taken for a term of 3 years.  Alastair Fearn of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor acted on behalf of the Landlord, Lightstone (Midlands) Limited whilst John Moorcroft Surveyors acted on behalf of 5 Speed.

Enterprise Park is located on Wigwam Lane, Hucknall close to the Hucknall Park and Ride Tram Service along with the Tesco Superstore in Hucknall.  The site provides good quality modern light industrial units on a secure site with excellent access to Nottingham and Junction 27 of the M1 Motorway.

The site is ideally located for 5 Speed, Steven Moorcroft of 5 Speed commented:-

“Enterprise Park is the perfect location for us and provides us with a perfect platform to operate the business and become the leading MX-5 specialists in the Midlands.

We are having an open day on 15^th March to launch our new location and all are welcome.”

Alastair Fearn of FHP added:-

“We have spoken to 5 Speed for some time about their proposed relocation to Enterprise Park and we are really pleased to secure them as Tenants.

We are expecting another occupier to arrive shortly adding more life to this popular estate.”

The site provides a variety of sized units from 1,200ft² – 4,000ft² providing good quality warehousing accommodation with:-

• ¨ Roller shutter door
• ¨ 4.5m eaves
• ¨ 3 phase electricity
• ¨ Excellent access to Junction 27 of the M1 Motorway

For further information on Enterprise Park please contact Alastair Fearn on 0115 950 7577, or for further information on 5 Speed please visit www.5-speed.co.uk.

Property agents Fisher Hargreaves Proctor are delighted to announce that they have successfully completed the sale of 18,0019ft² on Greasley Street in Bulwell for £475,000.

The purchaser, A N Wallis, have purchased the freehold in order to facilitate their firms growth from an adjoining unit.

James Hartley, Surveyor of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor commented:

“I have been involved with this unit for a while now and everyone at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor is delighted to have completed the sale to A N Wallis.

Since placing the property on the market we have had a large degree of interest in it.  However until now we have not been able to complete any deals.

The client was more than willing to readjust the pricing in line with the change in conditions with the market and as such this meant that we were able to get the price just right for an expanding company such as A N Wallis.

To see a company like A N Wallis grow so well and have such ambitious plans within this current economic market is great to see and we are pleased to have been a part of it with this sale.”

Paul Ludlow of A N Wallis commented:

“A N Wallis was established in 1946 and in recent times we have seen a huge increase in our workload including areas such as the Middle and Far East to name a few places and we see the acquisition of Unit A, Greasley Street as a key part of our aggressive expansion plans over the next few years.

As the property is next door to our current unit we have been able to monitor the comings and goings at the unit whilst it has been on the market.  Whilst we are aware there has been great interest in the unit, our ability to perform and a proactive Bank meant that we were able to secure an excellent price to enable our much needed growth”

For further information on this deal please contact James Hartley on 0115 9507577.  

As a result of our client’s forthcoming expansion and relocation, we are pleased to bring to the market this superbly presented and prominently set light industrial or potential warehouse unit.

Set at the entrance to the Oakham Business Park, the building sits proudly as the first building seen onsite and offers great production space.

With the benefit of a large site area providing excellent onsite parking and good shared delivery access, the building is extremely straightforward and practical, offering two storey good quality offices and ancillary space to the front elevation plus well presented and highly practical production accommodation to the rear.

Serviced by a single roller shutter door to the side elevation, the building is immediately available to purchase or rent and for full details please contact Tim Gilbertson at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor.

Providing well presented, office and storage space, FHP have been asked to market jointly with Mather Jamie premises formerly occupied by RICOH at Meadowbank Way at Eastwood.

These high quality offices are interlinked with similarly well presented and practical storage space, all set on an extensive site in a great location.

With the benefit of parking for at least 50 cars or more and a large yard and site area, the building would suit any office or training provider seeking, for example, additional storage space for samples, products for further distribution etc.

Such use makes great sense when you look at the location, with the building set just off the A610 and within a few minutes access of Junction 26 of the M1 motorway.

This unique opportunity is available to purchase or rent and please contact either Tim Gilbertson at Fisher Hargreaves Proctor or our joint agents Alex Reid at Mather Jamie.

Acting on behalf of Liverpool Victoria, Unit 7 Easter Park has now been let by Tim Gilbertson BSc (Hons) MRICS Partner of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor to bring again full occupancy to this prime estate just off Lenton Lane in Nottingham.

After extensive marketing, a deal was quickly struck within a matter of hours and solicitors subsequently instructed.

The speed of the transaction was continued throughout the conveyancing process with the lease being completed only four weeks after instruction of solicitors.

Tim Gilbertson who dealt with the letting commented:

“Easter Park is still the benchmark of prime industrial or warehouse space close to the City Centre.  Set just off Lenton Lane, the estate has always been received incredibly well since its original construction and units continue to let strongly, even in today’s market, whenever they become available.”

For further information on the transaction or to see how FHP can help you with your property please do not hesitate to call on 0115 950 7577.  

The latest Tenant to arrive at Securiparc, Wimsey Way, Alfreton is The Quilt and Pillow Company Limited who are relocating from Manchester.  They have taken a new six year lease on Unit B which extends to 500m² (5,377ft²) and is the largest unit on Securiparc.

The Quilt and Pillow Company were drawn to Securiparc not only because of the high build quality and excellent level of security at the units but also:-

• ¨ Its proximity to the A38 and Junction 28
• ¨ Flexible terms on offer
• ¨ Speedy occupation available

The units are still available on the site in sizes up to 4,500ft² and are located within a secure courtyard environment.

Speedy access is available into the units and leases are available from as little as one year upwards with incentives available on longer leases.

For further information please contact the joint agents:-

• ¨ Alastair Fearn – FHP – 0115 841 3913
• ¨ Paul Brown – Richard Savage – 01773 831111
• ¨ Owen Mathias – Mathias Perry – 01636 815 808

The Nottingham office of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor have confirmed that they have, acting on behalf of Wilson Bowden Developments, secured the sale of 20 acres of the former Demaglass manufacturing complex in Chesterfield to Tesco Stores Limited and Chesterfield Football Club.

These two anchor deals will guarantee the regeneration of the former 25 acre manufacturing complex which fronts the A61 in the heart of Chesterfield.

It has been confirmed that Tesco will relocate from their existing store and that they will develop a 120,000ft² Tesco Extra Store on approximately 9.5 acres of the site.

Neil Hartley, Development Director for Wilson Bowden Developments commented:

“Tesco have had a keen interest in developing a new store on this site for quite some time and they have been working closely with us on the preparation of the development proposals that we submitted to the Council last year as part of the planning application.

The scheme will bring to life one of the largest regeneration sites in Chesterfield and act as a catalyst for further proposed development along the A61 corridor”

A spokesperson for Tesco commented:

“This is an excellent opportunity for us and we are proud to be part of a scheme which will bring much needed redevelopment to this site as well as contributing to the wider regeneration of the Chesterfield area.  Our customers can look forward to a great new store which will offer them an improved range of quality foods and other household products.”

The new store is to have an attractive and contemporary design which will make use of leading edge technology to reduce its carbon footprint.

The store itself will be on stilts at first floor level with 995 car parking spaces provided on site.  An additional 150 full time jobs will be created at the store with flexible working hours and training opportunities available. 

The highways network around the store will be undergoing improvements and ensuring easy access for customers.

Fisher Hargreaves Proctor introduced the site which is the former Demaglass factory site to Wilson Bowden Developments in 2005.  Since which time Wilson Bowden Developments have completed substantial demolition and decontamination of the site in preparation for this new development.  As well as the new Tesco Extra the site will provide a home for Chesterfield Football Club’s new stadium and three acres will be developed by Wilson Bowden Development for additional commercial and business premises.

The construction programme has now started commencing with major highways works to Sheffield Road, Lockerford Lane and the A61 roundabout.

It is anticipated that the Tesco store will be open prior to the end of the year and that Chesterfield Football Club’s new stadium will open prior to the start of the 2010/2011 season.

John Proctor of the Nottingham Office of Fisher Hargreaves Proctor acted on behalf of Wilson Bowden Developments with the acquisition of the site and agreeing terms with Tesco and whilst no details of the financial terms of the deal agreed have been disclosed he confirmed.

“This is a great illustration of how a developer and a progressing planning authority can work together to bring forward comprehensive regeneration to an obsolete manufacturing facility which can act as a catalyst for wider regeneration.  The Demaglass factory has been closed for some number of years, was derelict and had been the subject of previous failed redevelopment proposals to implement redevelopment.

By working together with the relevant parties Wilson Bowden Developments have brought forward a major regeneration site which will act a stimulus to the area and provide further job opportunities. 

Mark Liell & Son advised Tesco throughout the transaction.

The 16,300 ft² mid-terrace warehouse has been sold to Samuel Grant (Midlands) Limited who have relocated their Castle Donington premises to the new warehouse.

Building 6E (2) is the last of three similar units built in a terrace by Wilson Bowden Developments which were completed in the spring of 2008.

The other two buildings have been sold and let to Windsor Foods and GAC Logistics.

Samuel Grant have been based in Castle Donington since 2004 and have been looking to relocate from their old warehouse on Station Road.

Andrew Grant of Samuel Grant (Midlands) Ltd confirmed:

“This modern high bay warehouse has allowed us to consolidate 14,000sq ft of old warehousing into about 10,000sq ft of the new building. This creates a very efficient operation with room to continue our expansion in the Midlands.
I am pleased that we have managed to re-locate without moving away from Caste Donington because the proximity of the M1 at the heart of the Midlands enables us to distribute packaging materials quickly to our customers.”

The developer has now completed more than 1 million ft² of warehouse and distribution buildings in the Castle Donington area having completed their 50 acre adjacent Willow Farm development.

At EMDC they have completed the construction of nearly 300,000 ft² of space, having recently completed an 87,000 ft² unit which is being offered on a sale / lease basis.

Stephen Pedrick-Moyle at Wilson Bowden Developments confirmed:

“Junction 24 is one of the most strategic locations within the East Midlands area as a result of the road infrastructure which exists with the M1, A42 and A50 converging in close proximity to EMDC.
As a consequence it is easy for companies to serve the East Midlands area and the UK as a whole.”

Knight Frank (Sheffield) advised Samuel Grant Packaging.

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John M Proctor
Date: 16 December 2008
Tel: 0115 9507577
Email: johnp@fhp.co.uk