• Ground Floor: 216.11m² (2,326ft²)
• Mezzanine: 109.75m² (1,181ft²)
• Prime restaurant and leisure pitch, a short distance from The Cornerhouse, Victoria Centre and Old Market Square
• Nearby occupiers include Manahatta, Bills, Gusto Italian, The Alchemist, Pizza Express, Barburrito, Soulville Steakhouse, Zizzi, Afrikana and Maki & Ramen
• Premises licence until midnight

• Ground Floor: 216.11m² (2,326ft²)
• Mezzanine: 109.75m² (1,181ft²)
• Prime restaurant and leisure pitch, a short distance from The Cornerhouse, Victoria Centre and Old Market Square
• Nearby occupiers include Manahatta, Bills, Gusto Italian, The Alchemist, Pizza Express, Barburrito, Soulville Steakhouse, Zizzi, Afrikana and Maki & Ramen
• Premises licence until midnight

Victoria’s Secret is set to open a store at Derbion in Derby, as the lingerie retailer continues to expand across the UK.

The retailer has agreed to take a 5,712ft² unit on a 10-year lease, expanding out of its current space in Next into its own unit.

Victoria’s Secret’s first permanent store in Derby will allow the brand to access a greater customer base in the East Midlands and offer a range of lingerie, sleepwear, and beauty products.

The arrival of Victoria’s Secret at Derbion follows a strong year for the scheme, which completed 89,789ft² of new openings, upsizes, and relocations in 2024.

Beth McDonald, managing director at Derbion, said: “Victoria’s Secret is an iconic premium brand with a strong customer base, so we are delighted that they have selected Derbion as one of its premier stores in the East Midlands.  Our goal is to ensure Derbion has a diverse retail, leisure and F&B mix as we look to maintain our place as the East Midland’s premier retail and leisure destination.  The arrival of Victoria’s Secret is testament to our progressive leasing strategy which continues to attract and retain big-name brands helping us draw in shoppers from across the region.”

Nicola Reeve, head of retail at Victoria’s Secret, said: “We are pleased to be expanding our presence in Derby with the opening of this new permanent location at Derbion.  Over the past few years, we have continued to expand our presence across the UK opening new locations in thriving retail destinations.  This new space at Derbion will allow us to serve more of our customers from across the East Midlands as well as draw in new visitors.”

Alan Pearson, Director at FHP Property Consultants said: “We are delighted to welcome Victoria’s Secret to Derbion.  It is another fantastic addition to the tenant mix at the centre, with a number of new brands opening in 2024 including Castore, White Stuff, Tomato Energy, B&M, Pavers, Bloom and existing brands JD, Superdrug, The Perfume Shop, Yours, Charlie Browns expanding into bigger and brighter new format stores.”

• Derbion comprises 1.3 million ft² with an annual footfall of 15 million
• Scheme anchored by FRASERS, M&S, NEXT, Boots, Showcase Cinema De Lux and Hollywood Bowl
• External unit facing London Road
• Nearby occupiers include M&S, B&M, Poundland, WH Smith, Heavenly Desserts and CEX

Fashion and lifestyle brand, White Stuff has secured a 1,501 sq ft area at Derbion, a retail and leisure hub in the Midlands. The new store is scheduled to launch in June, the flagship store will feature the brand’s collections of women’s and men’s clothing, as well as accessories.

This announcement comes after £5m being poured into the development of three new concept stores for JD, New Look, and Ann Summers at Derbion.

JD is set to expand its store to a 20,175 sq ft space by the end of this year, more than doubling its current size.

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP, said: “We’re delighted to welcome White Stuff to the growing mix of premium and lifestyle brands within Derbion.”

Beth McDonald, managing director at Derbion, said: “White Stuff is a fantastic brand and we’re delighted that it will be joining our line-up of high street favourites and premium retailers.

We’ve been on a journey of evolution at Derbion with a progressive leasing strategy that optimises the offer from our current retailers whilst attracting new brands. With more exciting names to arrive soon, there is a clear sense of confidence in the centre.”

Wendy Clarke, area manager, White Stuff said: “We are looking forward to welcoming customers into our new store in Derby very soon. Derbion has become a top destination for shoppers looking for unique pieces in the Midlands and is the perfect new home to introduce our thoughtful designs and high-quality fabrics to even more customers.”

For further information contact Alan Pearson on 07876 396 005 or email alan@fhp.co.uk.

A trio of leading brands are set to open new concept stores at East Midlands shopping destination Derbion, following a combined investment of over £5m.

Sports and fashion retailer JD Sports is set to double the size of its existing presence at the scheme, opening a new 20,175 sq ft flagship store for Christmas this year.

Also relocating is fashion retailer New Look, which will open a 10,000 sq ft store this Autumn, offering a range of womenswear, footwear, accessories, lingerie, and concessions on the centres Lower Mall adjacent to Frasers.

Lingerie and intimates retailer Ann Summers have relocated on the Upper Mall and investing in its latest store design.

The investments form part of Derbion’s continuing growth strategy to reposition the centre and support existing retailers alongside new lettings.

Beth McDonald, Derbion managing director, said: “Over the past three years our leasing strategy has transformed Derbion, securing a host of new retail and leisure brands including Frasers, H&M Home and Rituals. Last year alone, 13 new brands opened their doors at the centre.

Our strategy has always been to broaden our range of retailers whilst at the same time support existing brands to deliver on their full potential through best-in-class stores. As the centre continues to evolve, investing alongside our retailers to ensure they have the right sized store in the right location, positioned alongside complementary brands, is a key part of our forward planning.”

Alan Pearson, Director at FHP Property Consultants, leasing agents for the scheme said: “The long-term commitment by Ann Summers and New Look to Invest in their latest store designs and from JD to upsize, demonstrates the ongoing demand for Derbion from consumers.”

For further information contact Alan Pearson on 07876 396005 or email alan@fhp.co.uk

H&M and H&M Home have chosen Victoria Centre, to launch their new 2,177 sq m store in Nottingham.  The store will offer customers a new, fresh interior look and feel for the brand.

Alongside its expansive womenswear, menswear, and kid’s fashion offering, the store will also host the brand’s H&M HOME concept, where customers can enjoy curated collections of contemporary décor and home accessories alongside the latest trend-driven fashion collections and styles.

The Swedish high-street and online favourite, will be located in a prime position in the centre, on the lower mall next to Levi’s, which opened in November, adding to our established collection of fashion retailers, including Urban Outfitters, Superdry, River Island and White Rose, as well as clothing and homeware brands like John Lewis & Partners and Next.

Alan Pearson, Director at FHP Property Consultants, leasing agents for Victoria Centre said: “The relocation of H&M to Victoria Centre demonstrates the ongoing demand for the centre from shoppers, which saw 20 million come through the doors last year and the footfall has continued to grow in a like for like basis in 2024.”

For further information contact Alan Pearson on 07876 396005 or email alan@fhp.co.uk

• Prominent frontage to Vaughan Way, Leicester’s inner ring road with average daily traffic flow of some 43,455 vehicles
• 64 surface car parking spaces
• Situated in close proximity to the Highcross Shopping Centre anchored by John Lewis with major retailers including Zara, The North Face, Reiss, Hotel Chocolat, Apple and H&M
• Situated close to St Margarets Bus Station
• Ground floor 1,741.95m² (18,750ft²)
• Mezzanine 173.30m² (1,865ft²)
• Use Class E
• Rent upon application

• Ground floor 1,605ft² (149.10m²)
• First floor 1,065ft² (98.94m²)
• Situated in the heart of Haverhill
• Adjacent to Iceland and nearby occupiers of Boots, Boots Opticians, Simpkins Jewellers, Clarks, Card Factory, The Works, Greggs, Savers, Poundstretcher and Specsavers
• Quoting Rent £28,000 per annum exclusive
• The landlord may sell the virtual freehold of the property at offers in the region of £350,000

• 16-20 West Gate is let to New Look Retailers Ltd for a term expiring 2nd August 2027 at a rent payable in the last financial year of £91,583.66 exclusive
• 22-24 West Gate is let to Shoe Zone Retail Ltd for a term expiring 10th October 2026 at a rent passing of £55,000 per annum exclusive
• 26 West Gate is let to Clydesdale Bank Plc t/a Virgin Money for a term expiring 26th June 2025 at a rent passing of £125,000 per annum exclusive
• West Gate is the established prime pedestrianised retail pitch of Mansfield town centre
• The subject premises are situated opposite Primark and the Four Seasons Shopping Centre
• Nearby occupiers include M&S, Primark, WH Smith, Costa Coffee, TUI Travel, McDonalds, Holland & Barrett, River Island, F Hinds, Savers and Greggs
• Price of £1.95 million which reflects a net initial yield of 13.08% assuming purchaser’s costs of 6.52%

• Ground Floor: 443.33m² (4,772ft²)
• Mezzanine: 53.33m² (574ft²)
• Potential expansion into the basement accommodation, details available upon request
• Prime restaurant and leisure pitch, a short distance from The Cornerhouse, Victoria Centre and Old Market Square
• Nearby occupiers include Bills, Gusto, Rosa’s Thai, Georges Great British Kitchen, The Alchemist, Pizza Express, Barburrito, Soulville Steakhouse, Zizzi and Wildwood
• Premises licence until 2am Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Sunday until 3am

• Ashby de la Zouch is an attractive market town in North West Leicestershire
• Located on Market Street the prime retail pitch within Ashby town centre
• Ground floor 72.03m² (775ft²)
• First floor 57.63m² (620ft²)
• Second floor 62.02m² (668ft²)
• Nearby occupiers include Costa, Specsavers, Loungers, Boots Opticians, Johnsons, WH Smith and Card Factory

• Highly prominent corner position fronting the pedestrianised main thoroughfare of Lister Gate through to Carrington Street
• Nearby retailers include Marks & Spencer, H&M, New Look, Hotel Chocolat, Scribbler, Greggs & Birds Bakery
• First floor sales/stores 359.34m² (3,868ft²)
• Second floor ancillary 390.75m² (4,206ft²)
• Rent £75,000 per annum exclusive

• Well established neighbourhood development adjacent to B&Q and Aldi foodstore
• Prominent frontage to Mansfield Road
• Close to Kings Mill Hospital
• Located in the heart of an established residential area and close to the town’s ring road and industrial parks
• Nearby occupiers include Tesco Express, Georges Tradition fish & chips, Birds Bakery, Subway, Paper Moon Day Nursery, McDonalds and Kings Mill Farm Diner & Carvery

• Well established neighbourhood development adjacent to B&Q and Aldi foodstore
• Prominent frontage to Mansfield Road
• Close to Kings Mill Hospital
• Located in the heart of an established residential area and close to the town’s ring road and industrial parks
• Nearby occupiers include Tesco Express, Georges Tradition fish & chips, Birds Bakery, Subway, Paper Moon Day Nursery, McDonalds and Kings Mill Farm Diner & Carvery

“Recycled fashion” retailer White Rose, which was set up by two Nottingham Trent University students in 2009, has opened another new store in the city – its eighth in total.

The charitable fashion brand has opened the new shop on the upper mall of the Victoria Centre, with the aim of reducing fast fashion’s impact on the environment and minimising waste, shoppers will find a range of second-hand men’s and women’s clothing, accessories and footwear.

Its offering of pre-loved items also features a mix of premium and high-street brands, including the likes of Ralph Lauren, Miss Selfridge, Adidas and Zara, among others.

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP Property Consultants, commented: “I’m delighted to see White Rose open at the Victoria Centre.  I let them their first store in Goose Gate, Nottingham in 2009 and it’s great to see their business grow from this small first store and open their 15^th store in the prime retail destination of Victoria Centre.”

Nigel Wheatley, Centre Director at Victoria Centre, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome White Rose to the centre; a charitable fashion brand, founded here in Nottingham, making a real difference not only to the industry, but also our local community.

“Since the first store opening back in 2009, we’ve seen the positive impact White Rose has had in encouraging the uptake of pre-loved clothing and the reduction of waste.”

Lee Reynolds, General Manager at White Rose, added: “We are delighted to be able to bring White Rose in to the Victoria Centre.  The centre has so much history within Nottingham and we can’t wait to be a part of that.  The new flagship store will give Victoria Centre’s shoppers the opportunity to buy excellent second-hand fashion for a great cause.  As we will be selling menswear and womenswear, we hope we are able to open up affordable, sustainable fashion to everyone.”

Three of Derbion’s jewellery stores will offer customers an improved shopping experience this year, as Beaverbrooks, Goldsmiths and Ernest Jones have all announced plans for renovation to accommodate a wider selection of luxury brands.

Beaverbrooks, is set for a full store refurbishment and upsize, including a brand new standalone TAG Heuer watch store, as well as an extended range of luxury brands such as Gucci, Longines, Michael Kors and Links of London.  The works will start next month and will continue until their reopening in Spring 2023.

Located on Level 1, leading jeweller Goldsmiths is set to invest in its store, increasing its footprint by 1000 sq ft later this year, with work on the unit expected to start in May.  The brand new store experience will give customers a new design to discover and the chance to shop a wider range of leading brands including Tag, Tudor, Tissot, Jenny Packham and Mappin & Webb.

Elsewhere, Ernest Jones is also investing further in its Derbion store with a new refreshed store design and a host of new brands. The revamp is set to be completed in the spring, with plenty of brands to browse from including new stores for Breitling, Omega and Tudor.

Alan Pearson, Director at FHP Property Consultants, commented: “We’re delighted to announce the upsizes of both Beaverbrooks and Goldsmiths alongside the refresh of Ernest Jones.  The investment from Beaverbrooks to bring a TAG Heuer Boutique to Derby is testament to the leading destination we are creating and adds to the number of retailers who have invested in new stores and upsizes at Derbion in the last two years.”

Beth McDonald, commercial director at Derbion, commented: “After a hugely successful year for Derbion in 2022, we’re thrilled to see more of our existing brands continuing to invest in their stores at Derbion.

“We’re excited to kick start the new year with significant investment across the jewellery category at the centre, following a string of successful arrivals last year including H&M, River Studios and the significant NEXT refurbishment”.

• Investment opportunity situated within the heart of Burton upon Trent town centre, close to the entrance into the Coopers Square Shopping Centre
• Nearby occupiers include Primark, Specsavers, Ladbrokes, H Samuel, Lloyds, Toymaster and Oxfam
• Lessee – Trustees of the RSPCA Burton & District branch (Charity No. 232234)
• The property is occupied by virtue of the existing lease until 12th April 2023 at £15,000 per annum exclusive, with a reversionary lease in place at the rent passing until 12th April 2028. This is subject to a tenant option to determine subject to 12 months notice on the 12th April 2026 subject to a break penalty of £3,750 plus VAT
• Offers invited at £195,000 which equates to a net initial yield of 7.51% assuming purchaser’s costs of 2.46%

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to announce that Ted Baker, Sostrene Grene, 200 Degrees Coffee and White Rose have become the latest brands to commit to Derbion, Derby’s flagship retail and leisure destination.

Ted Baker have taken a lease on 2,960ft² on the prime fashion level on the upper mall.  Nearby occupiers include Tommy  Hilfiger, Timberland, JD Sports, Beaverbrooks and Footlocker.

Sostrene Grene, the Scandinavian furniture and home accessories brand have acquired premises on the lower north mall and comprises of approximately 6,000ft².

Fast growing Nottingham coffee roaster 200 Degrees secured premises on Crown Walk, signing a lease on a unit of 1,585ft² adjacent to Boots.  This is the 18^th store for the brand, complementing their existing store network in Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham and East Midlands Designer Outlet.

Sustainable fashion brand White Rose have opened on Albion Walk a new 3,000 sq ft flagship 14^th store in the region following their recent opening in Leicester.

Derbion has welcomed a raft of big name brands in recent months including Tommy Hilfiger, Jack Wills and also announced a £2 million investment into the new food terrace which will open pre Christmas 2022.

Frasers are due to open their new 127,000ft² flagship store in November.

Alan Pearson of FHP Property Consultants commented:-

“I am delighted to have secured leading regional coffee shop brand 200 Degrees for their Derby debut, 200 Degrees are a fantastic brand which will enhance the food & beverage offer within the shopping centre.  Leading Scandinavian homeware brand Sostrene Grene are building on their existing presence within the East Midlands for their new flagship large format store, which will add another dimension to the centre’s tenant mix.”

Michael Boundy, Senior Asset Manager at Derbion commented:-

“Our leasing momentum has continued to gather pace this year with a string of major lettings alongside some significant upsizes and store refurbishments from H&M and River Island for their new River Studios format.

We continue to drive forward our investment across the centre to ensure it remains the most attractive proposition for leading brands and our customers.”

FHP are delighted to have let 40-42 Bridlesmith Gate to leading regional vintage fashion and trainer retailer Relic x Hooked.

Their new store extends to approximately 2,500 ft² over ground floor and first floor doubling their existing presence within the Victoria Shopping Centre.

The letting continues the renaissance of the Bridlesmith Gate area with a number of lettings secured over the last 2 years to include; Magic Garden, The Tap House, Everyday People, 101 Vintage, Seven Fifty Two, Cubed Cuts, Bravissimo, Pygott & Crone, Barista Lab, Stick & Ribbon, Aura Gallery and The Blind Rabbit.

Alan Pearson of FHP commented:-

“We are delighted to have worked with Relic x Hooked, a leading vintage fashion and trainer brand in the region to see them upsize to a new flagship store for their brand in Nottingham.  The store features a quality mix of leading vintage fashion brands together with a coffee and juice bar, creating a real lifestyle destination, together with one off events planned throughout the year.”

Natalie Shaw of Endymion commented:-

“We are thrilled to welcome Relic x Hooked to Bridlesmith House, which further cements Bridlesmith Gate as the “Carnaby Street” of Nottingham.  The Relic team have such exciting plans for their space and we feel privileged to share their journey.

‘The Gate’ has been at the heart of shopping in Nottingham since the middle ages.  As custodians of ‘The Gate’, we are working passionately with other landlords, tenants, agents and Council groups on some exciting projects which we cannot wait to share.”

Saint Property Services have moved into new offices at 9 Victoria Street, relocating from Beeston town centre.

Established in 2007, Saint are a leading independent estate agents dealing with property throughout Nottingham.

Saint have taken a lease for a term of 10 years, extending to 3,000ft² over ground floor, basement and first floor.

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP commented:-

“We are delighted to welcome Saint Property Services to Nottingham city centre for their new flagship head office. They are a long-established business who have sought to benefit from the change to use classes and expand into a prime location in Nottingham to boost their brand presence in the city. ”

Curtis Gault of Saint Property Services commented:-

“Saint Property Services have been growing in the shadows for some years now, and we feel it’s time to bring a breath of fresh air to the property market in Nottingham and offer an experience that people remember in all areas of Real Estate.”

• Located in the heart of Nottingham city centre close to the prime retail pitch of High Street, Clumber Street and Long Row
• Pelham Street is home to an eclectic collection of occupiers including AllSaints, Zara, Moss Bros, Temprell Jewellers, Tier, Bodega Social, Fox Cafe, London Camera Exchange, M11 Jewellers and Braderie
• Ground Floor Sales – 573ft²
• First Floor Stores – 424ft²
• Second Floor Stores – 295ft²

Derbion is investing more than £2 million into the refurbishment of its food court, introducing a fresh new look, new brands and additional seating.

The investment will increase seating capacity from approximately 650 to 800 to meet growing demand from visitors, with the area being renamed the Food Terrace to reflect its brighter and lighter atmosphere.

New flooring and lighting will be introduced to create a refreshed environment, and new mobile charging points, recycling stations and baby and children feeding facilities including microwaves and bottle warmers will be incorporated into the designs.

The refurbishment works have started are set to be completed by Autumn 2022, with the area remaining open for customers throughout.

Derbion will be bringing a number of new additions to the Food Terrace, to sit alongside its existing variety of grab and go options and standalone restaurants. The first new opening will be famed American fried chicken brand, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen.

Founded in New Orleans in 1972, Popeyes has more than 45 years of history and culinary tradition and is known for its New Orleans style menu and unique ‘shatter crunch’ fried chicken. The menu includes the Chicken Sandwich which ‘broke the internet’ when launched in the US in 2019, as well Signature Louisiana Chicken, Chicken Tenders, and the Popeyes Biscuit. It is now one of the world’s largest chicken quick-service restaurants with over 3,600 restaurants in the U.S. and around the world. Popeyes at Derbion will be one of the first locations in the Midlands for the brand.

Popeyes, which is expected to open in November, will sit alongside existing brands including Subway, GDK and KFC, as well as Derbion’s eight standalone restaurants, including Wagamama, Carluccio’s, Nando’s, Pizza Express, Fridays and Five Guys.

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP Property Consultants added: “I’m delighted to have secured the first Popeyes in Derbyshire at Derbion.  They will be a great addition to the new Food Terrace and the continuing investment into the scheme by the owners.”

Alongside the investment into the Food Terrace, the adjacent washroom facilities on Level 2 are currently being refurbished with the revamp including a full refresh of the male, female and disabled toilets, as well as the parent room.

Adam Tamsett, centre director at Derbion said: “Our food court has always been a hugely popular destination within the centre, and this demand has only increased over the past two years. Alongside our daytime visitors, the area remains a busy early evening destination, supporting the Showcase Cinema De Lux, Hollywood Bowl and Paradise Island Adventure Golf, as well as Derby Theatre.

“The refurbishment will enable us to extend our seating area to welcome even more visitors to our revamped Food Terrace to enjoy a breadth of choice in a contemporary, welcoming environment.

“We are committed to our continued investment in the centre to ensure that it meets the changing needs of our customers. The Food Terrace is the next step of that evolution, and we’re looking forward to getting started on this exciting phase of development at Derbion.”

For more information on Derbion please contact Alan Pearson (alan@fhp.co.uk / 07876 396 005) or head to www.derbion.com

ENDS

Alan Pearson

Date: 26/07/2022

Derby’s best-loved retail and leisure destination, Derbion, has revealed its H&M store is set to double in size later this year.

H&M will temporarily close its doors from Sunday 17^th July, before re-opening on Level 2 in Autumn. The new 25,000sq ft store will offer visitors an extensive selection of women’s and menswear, as well as bringing H&M Kids under the same roof. The current H&M Kids store will remain open throughout the expansion, closing just before the transformation is complete to enable their relocation.

In a move that’s sure to delight shoppers, the new supersized store will also see H&M Home arrive at Derbion for the first time.  The new space will feature an extensive range of H&M’s Home products, including bed linen, glassware and many more stylish home accessories.

H&M’s significant upsize will see the retailer take over River Island’s former unit next door, as well as refresh its current space.  This follows the news that River Island will be relocating in-centre expanding its footprint by more than a third later this summer.

The news follows a string of announcements from Derbion including Jack Wills opening its doors earlier this month, as well as NEXT investing in its current space in-centre, which will deliver a number of exciting and physical changes to enhance its offer for shoppers this summer.

Toni Galli, H&M UK & IE Country Manager, said: “We’re excited to be significantly increasing our space at Derbion and look forward to shoppers seeing our new-look store when we open later this year”.

“With the much wider ranges of H&M available in one place, including our expansive Home collection, we’re confident our new store will offer our customers a fantastic shopping experience.”

Adam Tamsett, Centre Director at Derbion, commented: “This significant upsize for H&M demonstrates that brands are investing and are keen to expand their presence in Derbion.

We’re delighted to announce H&M’s expansion and to be able to offer the retailer’s highly desirable home products and bring children’s clothing into the same store, so that everything is all in one incredible, contemporary space.”

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP Property Consultants commented: “H&M is the latest retailer to upsize in the centre, following the announcement earlier this year or River Island’s relocation and upsize, which is due to open next month.

Recent high-profile openings in the scheme include Jack Wills, FLANNELS, Mango and Tommy Hilfiger, with Frasers set to arrive at the centre later this year.”

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to announce further expansion of their Retail & Leisure agency team, with the appointment of Ellis Cullen.  Ellis brings with her 3 years of property experience in the East Midlands having previously worked for NG Chartered Surveyors.

Ellis joins us at an exciting time for the business where we are seeing growth in all sectors and will add to our aims of trying to provide the best possible service to clients new and old alike.  FHP were ranked the 4^th most active retail agent nationally in 2021 by EG Radius, transacting on 430,000 sq ft of accommodation.

Director Alan Pearson commented:

“I am delighted that we have found the need to be on the recruitment trail again.  We are continuing to experience good levels of enquires for retail and leisure properties throughout the Midlands and the ongoing transactional volumes has resulted in the need to expand our team to service our valued client, both new and existing

There is no doubt the High Street is evolving, and we continually strive to be at the forefront of this.  In Ellis we have a terrific colleague who can help our business grow as well as developing and growing her own career, as we continue to invest into the next generation of talent in the region.”

Ellis commented:

“I am thrilled to join FHP’s busy retail and leisure team.  FHP is the ideal firm for young surveyors looking to thrive and establish their own property network.  I have been empowered by my colleagues to think creatively and go out and make a mark in the sector.  These values are particularly important to me and my ambition to progress in my career as a surveyor.

I am thoroughly looking forward to working with our current clients and finding new opportunities in the market.”

• Attractive market town in north west Leicestershire
• 47 Market Street let to Birds (Derby) Ltd at £21,000 per annum exclusive from completion
• 49 Market Street let to Johnsons Cleaners UK Ltd currently holding over at £15,000 per annum exclusive
• 49a Market Street let to Air Ambulance Service Trading Ltd at £19,000 per annum exclusive and currently holding over
• Offers invited at £675,000 which reflects a net initial yield of 8.12%

Today, Derbion has welcomed another retailer to its extensive offering.  LIDS, the world’s largest hat retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel, has open a brand-new 800 sq. ft store in Derbion.

The new store, located on Level 2 between Whitewall Galleries and the upcoming Frasers store, offers a vast assortment of college, MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL team hats, as well as other specialty sports fashion categories, all in the latest styles and colours.

Adam Tamsett, general manager at Derbion, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome LIDS to our retail offering!  With such a unique offering of branded headwear, LIDS will give our fashion-focused visitors even more variety when they shop.

LIDS is the latest retailer to join Derbion’s impressive line-up, which continues to go from strength to strength.  The announcement follows the arrival of several new retailers to the centre, including Mango, Tommy Hilfiger and FLANNELS.  Jack Wills and Frasers are set to open in the coming months, plus there will be many more exciting new developments, which we look forward to announcing soon.”

Britten Maughan, President of LIDS, said: “LIDS is excited to bring American Sports and fashion to the mall­­­­­.  We offer a large assortment of hats and jerseys and carry top brands like Nike, New Era, Adidas and Mitchell and Ness.  With over 1,000 hat options to choose from we immediately become the best place to buy a hat!”

Alan Pearson, Director of FHP commented “We’re delighted to have LIDS join the extensive line-up of international brands at Derbion and choose the scheme for their first East Midlands Store.”

• Total gross income £107,860 pa
• 858-860 Osmaston Road let to Wilko on a lease expiring 9th September 2027 at £87,500 per annum exclusive
• 856 Osmaston Road let to Birds (Derby) Ltd at £16,000 pax from completion of the investment sale, for a term of 10 years with a 5th year rent review. There is a tenant option to break at the end of the 5th year.
• Three bedroom maisonette flat at 862 Osmaston Road on an AST at £3,840 per annum exclusive
• Offers invited at £1,300,000 representing a net initial yield of 7.82%

• Situated within the heart of Burton upon Trent town centre, close to the entrance into the Coopers Square Shopping Centre
• Nearby occupiers include Primark, Specsavers, Ladbrokes, H Samuel, Lloyds, Toymaster and Oxfam
• Offered with vacant possession
• Opportunity to repurpose the upper floors for residential use subject to securing the necessary planning consent. Our clients have had plans drawn up for the conversion of upper floors to residential use, plans available upon request
• Offers invited at £200,000

• 1 West Gate is let to Birds (Derby) Ltd at £16,500 pax from completion of the investment sale, for a term of 10 years with a 5th year rent review. There is a tenant option to break at the end of the 5th year.
• 1a West Gate let to Richard Haag Jewellers from 9th September 2021 at £16,000 pax for a term of 10 years with a 5th year rent review. There is a tenant option to determine at the end of the 3rd and 6th year.
• West Gate is the established prime pedestrianised retail pitch of Mansfield town centre
• Offers are sought in excess of £347,500 which reflects a net initial yield of 9% (after assumed costs of 3.9%)