FHP Property Consultants are pleased to have recently completed on the letting of E7 Cranmer Road to local production company, Presentation Design Services Ltd.

The property is located on West Meadows Industrial Estate, a well-established location for trade counter, manufacturers and storage operators, and is situated conveniently off the A52 at Pentagon Island. The unit comprises of 5,010ft² of clear span warehouse space with electric roller shutter loading door, WCs and reception area, and also benefits from external forecourt parking.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“The property had been on the market for quite some time, however as a result of an extensive refurbishment to split the former 9,000ft² warehouse into two separate units, both were under offer within a couple of months. This is a great result for all parties involved as we agreed new lease terms for a period of 5 years, so I am pleased to have got this one over the line. I wish Presentation Design Services Ltd the very best and hope that their move into the unit is a success.

Clearly this proves that there is still a good demand of occupiers looking to move into sub-5,000ft² second-hand units in Derby. Therefore, I would invite any property owners to get in touch should you be looking to dispose of a freehold or leasehold property.”

For further information or to discuss your property requirement, please contact either Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk or Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

April 2022

The East Midlands is currently experiencing the highest level of speculative development of industrial / warehouse space. FHP Property Consultants have been instrumental in bringing forward a number of these developments and we are pleased to provide the following updates.

Castlewood Business Park positioned at A38 / Junction 28 M1 an established logistics and warehouse location. The site currently has two units under construction of 12,466m² (134,192ft²) & 16,426m² (176,817ft²) ready for August 2022. The scheme of two units is a joint venture between Clowes Developments and GLP.

EMDC, East Midlands Distribution Centre, Castle Donington a central location directly off the A50 and J24 of the M1. The joint venture of Clowes Developments and GLP is providing two further strategic Grade A warehouses of 17,611m² (189,573ft²) and 25,958m² (279,418ft²) ready for August 2022.

Blenheim Park, Nottingham at Junction 26 M1 just North of Nottingham City Centre where Wilson Bowden and Urban Logistics REIT are closing in on practical completion of 18,090ft², 24,140ft², 43,000ft² & 81,100ft². The units will reach practical completion next month and as it stands 3 of the 4 buildings are currently under offer.

Teal Park, Netherfield, Nottingham a scheme by AC Lloyd Commercial (ACL) and Henry Davidson Developments (HDD) with funder Northwood Logistics. The site is already home to a large trade scheme with a number of national names included. By August 2022 of this year there will be 6 larger industrial units ranging between 878m² (9,450ft²) up to 2,923m² (31,470ft²).

There is already strong demand and interest in all of these schemes, with the Logistics and Industrial team seeking further new opportunities to bring forward strategic land and development sites across the region.

For more information on any of these schemes, please get in touch with the Industrial and Logistics Team at FHP Property Consultants on 0115 950 7577.

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21 April 2022

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to market the former Derby Wholesale Market which is situated off Pentagon Island, Derby.  The site is situated on Chequers Road which runs parallel with the A52 thus being highly visible from the A52 a major dual carriageway linking to the M1 Motorway.

Approximately 3 acres in size, the site currently consists of a 25,000ft² warehouse with ancillary buildings with the remaining area comprising hard surfaced storage land.  The property can be purchased or rented as seen or with buildings to be refurbished to a specification to suit individual parties.  Alternatively, new trade counter/industrial/warehouse units from 25,000ft² up to a maximum size of 57,000ft² can be delivered to a specification to suit.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This is an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a prime site in one of the most prominent locations in Derby.  The site would suit a variety of users from car dealerships, trade counter users to storage and distribution or for use as a transport depot. 

We are inviting all enquiries and I look forward to speaking with any interested businesses.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Darran Severn (07917 460 031) / darran@fhp.co.uk, Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893) / tim@fhp.co.uk or our joint agent Sean Bremner of CPP (07541 505 980) / sean@cppartners.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

April 2022

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market the last remaining 4 industrial units on Whyburn Business Park on Wigwam Lane, an already established and popular industrial location in Hucknall, Nottingham.

Phase 1 having recently completed, with Phases 2 and 3 scheduled to be developed offering additional small to medium sized industrial units.

The remaining units in Phase 1 comprise of a mixture of 1,765 sq ft and 2,131 sq ft industrial units with excellent eave heights, good amounts of power/KVA and generous amounts of parking and yard space.  The success of the development so far is evident with occupation nearly at ⅔ with the last 4 units still available in this 9 unit development.

Anthony Barrowcliffe, Surveyor in FHP Property Consultant’s Industrial team comments:

“I very much look forward to working on this scheme in Hucknall on behalf of Total Aggerates Ltd and Total Reclaims Ltd.  I have personally got to know Hucknall well and have had good success in the area, as well as being very active in the small to medium sized industrial sector throughout Nottinghamshire. Whyburn Business Park helping FHP to service this sector of the industrial market even better and helping to fulfil the excellent requirements we have and regularly keep getting in. 

 We look forward to getting this estate to full occupation, then moving on to Phase 2 and 3.”

Amy Howard, Surveyor in FHP Property Consultant’s Industrial team comments:

“It is apparent that there has been a shortage of small to medium sized units and this continues to be the case, especially for new builds. The remaining units on this site and further phases confirmed for development shows promising opportunities for occupiers who are looking to secure warehouse space.  

It is an excellent opportunity for Anthony and I, and I look forward to working alongside Total Aggregates Ltd and Total Reclaims Ltd in securing them some viable tenants.  With the current scarcity of these sized units, I imagine these to spend very little time on the market.”

For further information on Whyburn Business Park or to discuss your property requirements, please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe on 07557 972 008 / anthony@fhp.co.uk or Amy Howard on 07887 787 894 / amy.howard@fhp.co.uk.

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FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to market Unit C at West Hallam Industrial Estate, Ilkeston.   West Hallam Industrial Estate is situated approximately 7 miles north east of Derby and 10 miles west of Nottingham.  The estate benefits from good road links with Junction 25 of the M1 motorway located approximately 6 miles south east via the A52 and Junction 26 of the M1 motorway located approximately 9 miles north east via the A610.

The property provides clear span industrial/warehouse accommodation with four roller shutter loading doors and extends to 727.41m² (7,830ft²).

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“While stock levels continue to be low, I expect to receive a great deal of interest in this unit especially given its size, location and self-contained yard.  The unit is currently undergoing a full refurbishment which will take approximately 8 – 12 weeks but will be immediately available on new lease terms following.  I look forward to speaking with all parties.”

The property is available to lease at a rent of £46,980 per annum which equates to £6.00ft².

For further information please contact Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk or Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

April 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to have completed on the letting of Block 17.1 Amber Business Centre in Riddings, Alfreton to CST Engineering Ltd.

The property is an end terraced light industrial unit comprising 747ft² of clear span space with some welfare facilities.  The premises is situated within a established industrial estate providing close proximity to nearby towns including Ripley, South Normanton, Belper and Kirkby in Ashfield, with main road links to the A38 and Junction 26 – 28 of the M1 motorway.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This was a smooth process having taken just 3 weeks from agreeing heads of terms to completion, so a great result for all involved.  We received a solid level of enquiries for this unit especially from new businesses looking to get their foot in the door, so it is a pleasure to have agreed a deal with CST Engineering.  We wish them all the best moving forward.”

Should you be looking to discuss your property requirements, then please contact Dan Mooney on (07929 716 330) / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

April 2022

FHP Property Consultants on behalf of private clients are delighted to confirm the letting of Unit 1 Birch Park, Giltbrook, Nottingham to Curve Craft Ltd.  The business has a reputation within the high-end KBB furniture manufacturing sector as the market-leading supplier of bespoke curved doors and curved accessories.  The business is currently going through a period of expansion and have agreed terms for a lease on 32,448ft² of space at Birch Park.

Paul Murray, Managing Director of Curve Craft commented:

“When we contacted Chris Proctor at FHP Property, he became very proactive in finding a suitable number of premises for us to view and evaluate. Due to outgrowing our current premises, in less than 5 years, we needed to find somewhere with more longevity and space to expand further, Birch Park offers this in abundance. Thank you, Chris.”

Chris Proctor, Associate Director of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“It has been a pleasure agreeing this deal with Paul and seeing his business expand into over 30,000ft² of space.  Demand for warehousing within this size range remains strong with buildings going under offer quickly and a number of active requirements in the marketplace from good quality businesses.”

For further information on this deal or to see how FHP can help you with the disposal or letting of your premises, please contact Chris Proctor on 07747 464 770 or email chris@fhp.co.uk.

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11 March 2022

On behalf of Coney Green Developments (Clay Cross Ltd), FHP Property Consultants and Knight Frank joint agents on the scheme are delighted to confirm phase one of Wingfield Court, Clay Cross, Chesterfield has reached completion with all three units sold/let.

The new occupiers include Stanwood Engineering Ltd, DK Europe Ltd and Highlight Crafts Ltd.  The first phase of units extends to approximately 12,700ft² across the three units and all units were under offer prior to completion of the build.

Planning has just been granted for the second phase of units at Wingfield Court, which will bring forward a further sixteen units ranging from 1,900ft² up to 12,000ft² with the ability to combine units.

David Roe of Coney Green Developments commented:

“I am very pleased to have completed phase 1 of Wingfield Court. We continue to receive strong levels of interest for the scheme and we look forward to delivering more units, which will create both employment and economic growth for the local area.”

Chris Proctor, Associate Director of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Following the success of over 100,000ft² developed on Railway View Business Park in Clay Cross on behalf of the same client, it is fantastic to continue this momentum on Wingfield Court.  We now turn our focus to Phase 2 and we already have a number of units on the development under offer, but we do invite further interest in the scheme and we would be delighted to speak to both local and national occupiers.”

John Jarman of Knight Frank commented:

“There continues to be a severe shortage of small to medium sized units across the region. Our enquiry levels are running significantly ahead of pre-covid levels with approx. 50% of all enquiries received for units up to 10,000ft².

The first phase has been a huge success and the second phase will provide further much needed space to fulfil the occupier demand that we are seeing. The scheme will be built to a high specification and provides flexibility to suit industrial, manufacturing and warehouse uses.”

For further information on Wingfield Court or to discuss your property requirements, please contact Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants, or John Jarman ( 07825 454 749 / john.jarman@knightfrank.com) of Knight Frank.

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17 March 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to have been instructed to market this rare opportunity to lease a trade counter/warehouse unit on Ascot Drive, Derby.

The property provides showroom warehousing with two storey offices to the front and two warehouse bays to the rear comprising a total size of 1,217.5m² (13,104ft²).  The unit is available on new lease terms at a rent of £90,000 per annum.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“It is not often a space such as this becomes available in such a prominent position on Ascot Drive.  There continues to be a real shortage of available units in Derby and I therefore expect to receive good levels of interest especially given the unit’s location and secure yard.  I look forward to speaking with interested parties.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Darran Severn on (07917 460 031) / darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893) / tim@fhp.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

March 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring to the market a recently refurbished industrial unit situated on Shipley Court within the Manners Industrial Estate, a well-established industrial estate positioned west of Ilkeston Town Centre. The estate is positioned within close proximity to main road links such as the A6096, A52 and Junction 26 of the M1 Motorway.

The premises comprises 2,920ft² of clear span industrial space and internally benefits from a good specification including 3-phase power, full height loading door, max 4.7m eaves height and small kitchen/WC facilities.  Externally, there is tarmacked loading access and allocated parking for 6 vehicles.

The property is available on new lease terms for a term of 3-5 years at a rent of £22,000 per annum.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“A great chance to occupy a recently refurbished unit that also benefits from 24/7 access on a securely gated estate. The unit has only just recently become vacant and it’s now ready for a new occupier to take under their wing. The unit could suit a variety of businesses and while we have already received good interest from existing enquiries, I am interested to hear from anyone looking for space like this so please do not hesitate to give me a call.”

Should you require any further details or to arrange a viewing, then please feel free to contact Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 or by email dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

March 2022

We are excited to confirm that Clowes Developments (UK) Limited have now submitted a Planning Application for EMDC 342.

This is a huge landmark for both Clowes and FHP as the development of EMDC 342, a new 342,000ft² distribution centre which will be delivered for the summer of 2023, will complete the 200 acre redevelopment of the former Castle Donington Power Station at East Midlands Distribution Centre, J24, Castle Donington.

The site is a hive of activity with EMDC 190 (190,000ft²) and EMDC 280 (280,000ft²) both under construction and due for completion in July / August.

Contact John Proctor or Tim Gilbertson at FHP or our Joint Agent, Ranjit Gill at Savills (Birmingham) for further information.

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John Proctor

4^th March 2022

FHP are pleased to announce the sale of Byron Station House on Baths Lane in Hucknall to Pegasus Hire Limited.  The site consisted of a large residential dwelling with commercial buildings and yard to the rear, an extremely unique site consisting of many elements.

The entire site was circa 0.33 acres and kept excellent company being located next to Hucknall’s tram/train station, Tesco, McDonalds, Aldi, Iceland and other major occupiers.

The vendors had lived in the house and had ran a very successful scaffolding and skip business from the property for many years.  My clients and I always felt the site best suited a commercial use alongside a residential element. During the marketing I conducted over 25 viewings with a huge variety of interest.  After several offers it was decided that the most suitable buyers were Sam and Jeremy Curtis from Pegasus Hire Limited.

Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP commented:

“This was an extremely interesting instruction which I thoroughly enjoyed as it entailed vision, open mindedness and options.

Pegasus Hire Limited purchased the site to run their plant and hire business, alongside converting the residential dwelling into apartments.  This we felt suited the site perfectly and their simple, straightforward, unconditional offer, enabled a successful sale.”

For further information on this transaction or to see how FHP can help you with your property requirements please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP on 07557 972008 / anthony@fhp.co.uk.

The former premises of Environmental Coating (UK) Limited has successfully been sold to Trentside Products Limited.  The unit itself fronted the established industrial location of Hermitage Lane and provided warehouse space alongside internal offices, trade counter and fenced front yard/car park.

Trentside Products offer a full range of upholstery supplies and furniture components to the upholstered furniture market and have been established in the Mansfield area for more than a decade.  This purchase has helped with their rapid expansion and is an ideal location for their business model (staff, client base etc) and has become their new head office.

Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP commented:

“I was pleased to have disposed of this unit on behalf of Ray and Victoria Wright allowing them to retire as well as enabling and facilitating Trentside Products expansion.  This sale signifies the end of one highly successful company’s journey to open up the path for another local Mansfield company to have many years of success from this premises.”

For further information on this transaction or to see how FHP can help you with your property requirements please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP on 07557 972008 / anthony@fhp.co.uk.

Extending in total to approximately 1,059m² (11,404ft²), with the benefit of a good sized car park to the front elevation and rear delivery yard, this simple storage or production unit is immediately available on a new lease.

It’s not often space of this size comes available on Sherwood Park and the ease of access to the M1 is rare for a unit of this size, so hopefully it will move quickly and strong interest is expected from the imminent start of our marketing campaign.

The property is available on a new lease and can be viewed now whilst our clients undertake various minor presentation works.

If this opportunity might be of interest and you would like to view or discuss, please contact Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants.

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Tim Gilbertson

8 March 2022

In another quick deal concluded by Tim Gilbertson, Director of FHP Property Consultants, a superbly presented unit of just under 28,000ft² has been let on Julias Way just off the A38 at Junction 28 of the M1.

Acting on behalf of investor clients, Tim Gilbertson concluded the deal to growing local business, We Are CCM Group, to facilitate their onward development.

Director of the company, Richard Ardis, commented:

“Since launching We Are Fulfilment we’ve been overwhelmed at the interest that successful, national businesses and brand new, start-up retailers have taken in our new fulfilment service.  We’ve outgrown our current warehouse facility within twelve months and are excited to invest in a new location to help expand our offering and help our growing base of clients take their businesses to the next level.”

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“It was a pleasure dealing with We Are CCM Group and achieving completion of the lease within 28 days of instruction of solicitors and agreement of terms really was a great result for all concerned.

This is a cracking building, a big car park to the front elevation and a further large yard, in a great spot just off the A38, so it’s no surprise that a deal was done so swiftly.

My clients deserve credit as we gave the advice to completely refurbish the building and present it immaculately, which they certainly achieved and as a result, they have been rewarded by a strong deal that suits both our investor clients and the new occupier alike.

We wish both parties well for the future and as ever, I must reiterate that the market continues to go from strength to strength and more space is needed for buyers and tenants across the board in terms of size and location as demand continues to far outweigh supply.”

For further information on this deal or to see how FHP can help you with the disposal or letting of your premises, please contact Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787 893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk.

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Tim Gilbertson

7 March 2022

With demand for storage and manufacturing space throughout the East Midlands continuing to far outweigh supply, Tim Gilbertson of FHP Property Consultants is pleased to make available an excellent warehouse or potential production unit just off Junction 28 of the M1 in Alfreton.

Offering detached storage or potential production space with extensive car park to the front elevation and separate secure rear loading yard, the owners of the building are embarking on a refurbishment of the building to put it in pristine condition, but the opportunity is available for viewing now whilst works progress.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“Forming part of the Nix’s Hill Industrial Estate at Somercotes in Alfreton this really is a cracking building, detached space, securely fenced site, good sized delivery yard and simple storage or production space with two storey ancillary, I don’t think this will hang around for long, particularly as our clients intend to put it into excellent condition prior to the new occupier taking up residence.

It is difficult to think of another building that is available of this size, let alone one of this quality at present and, therefore, I do hope any local businesses looking for more space will be in touch as soon as possible.  As I say, I can’t see this hanging around for too long!”

For full details, please contact Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893 / tim@fhp.co.uk), Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) or Dan Mooney (07929 716 330 / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants.

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Tim Gilbertson

3 March 2022

According to the Estates Gazette (EG Radius), Chris Proctor and Anthony Barrowcliffe from FHP’s Industrial Team have been recognised in the Top 10 Most Active Agents in the industrial sector for deals recorded between 1^st January 2021 and 31^st December 2021.

Anthony Barrowcliffe finished as the first Most Active Agent in the UK with 69 deals and 295,887ft² transacted, with Chris Proctor the seventh Most Active Agent with 50 deals and 544,353ft² transacted. FHP Property Consultants were the only firm to field two agents in the top 10 for number of industrial transactions.

Anthony Barrowcliffe commented:

“2021 proved to be an exceptionally busy year within the small to medium sized industrial sector.  Activity within this sector is incredibly strong with many off-market transactions taking place alongside competitive bidding. I am delighted to have been recognised for my hard work and commitment to serving Industrial Landlords across the East Midlands and securing so many tenants and purchasers.”

Chris Proctor, Associate Director commented:

“The growth of the industrial sector was clear to see in 2021 with a number of businesses in online retailing, e-commerce, third party logistics, pharmaceutical and manufacturing taking up record levels of space. We are now heading into 2022 with very limited vacant space on the market and a vast amount of speculative development underway that is due to complete between the next 3 to 18 months. We look forward to another busy year within the industry and agreeing more lettings and sales across the Midlands region.”

On behalf of a private client, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to complete the letting of Unit 4 & 5 Eagle Road located on Quarry Hill Industrial Estate in Ilkeston to Vaunt Design Ltd.

The property comprises a light industrial unit providing 2,262ft2 of warehouse, office storage and WC facilities. The premises is positioned just south of Ilkeston, providing excellent access to main road links such as A52 and J26 of the M1 Motorway.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This was a great result for all involved. We conducted a good number of viewings and had numerous offers on the table for the asking rent of £15,500 per annum. It was amazing to see completion within 3 months of writing the initial marketing report. Competition is fierce for units like this, and we could have let it out many times over, so it’s great to have seen it gone to a quirky Scandinavian inspired furniture storage firm seeking an expansion into Ilkeston.

We continued to see great success in Ilkeston during 2021 with several lettings done at West Hallam Industrial Estate and getting this letting over the line provides a great start to 2022 for FHP. We are looking towards completing many more transactions in Ilkeston and wider Derbyshire this year.

If you are a property owner interested in letting or selling your property, or perhaps you are an occupier looking to rent or buy an industrial unit, then then please get in touch and I can advise you accordingly.”

For further information, please contact Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 or email dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

February 2022

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to complete the letting of Unit 9, Viking Business Centre in Swadlincote to Fireflux Ltd.

The property is a mid-terraced light industrial unit comprising 1,360ft2 with a small office and welfare facilities. The premises is located off the A511 High Street, Woodville, and 6 miles southwest of Burton on Trent and 4 miles of J13
of the A42.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Demand was very high, and we had several interested parties lined up prior to the unit going on the market. The property was available for a rent of £11,000 per annum, however having numerous offers on the table we achieved
an additional 5% which is a clear indication that regardless of rental values continuing to go up, the demand remains strong for these smaller type units.

We do require more industrial stock in Swadlincote and the surrounding areas in south Derbyshire. If you are a property owner interested in letting or selling your property, then please do contact me and I can advise you accordingly.”

For further information, please contact Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 or email dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

February 2022

FHP are pleased to announce this successful transaction, which involved a letting, option to purchase and business sale, all wrapped up into one negotiation/agreement.  The entire site comprised of an MOT workshop, motorcycle testing facility, yard/car park, first floor offices, retail shop (Swit Swoo Fashion Boutique) and two bedroom apartment.

This off-market transaction involved putting together several elements and allows Lindleys Auto Centres to keep on growing, this branch taking them to branch number 9 and is being the start of their journey in Kirkby in Ashfield.

Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP commented:

“I met with my client Tim Horton several months prior to marketing the unit and provided him with a full marketing report to arm him with all the facts and disposal strategies.  At the time he was in discussions with national agents who were not bringing forward any credible offers or interest. 

During that time I was completing a letting to Lindleys Auto Centres on Daleside Road in Nottingham and know their agent, Sean Bremner of CPP, very well.  I knew their desire to open new centres, and expand, so I made a phone call to Sean and we exchanged several emails.  Several months later this off-market transaction was concluded resulting in a happy client and enabling a fantastic local family business to carry on their successful expansion. 

I enjoy conducting off-market transactions like this and trying to put all the jigsaw pieces together by understanding my market and the requirements out there especially within my patch/locality”.   

Alex Lindley of Lindleys Auto Centres commented:

“Branch number 9 and two new sites to round off an incredible 2021 for the team.  We really wanted to expand into Kirkby and it gives us great pleasure to have acquired Kirkby Motor Services which we took over on 4 January 2022.  All the current staff have been retained and the usual Lindleys quality workmanship, customer service and fair pricing will be offered.  We can’t wait to start our journey in Kirkby in Ashfield.” 

For further information on this transaction or to see how FHP can help you with your property requirements please contact Anthony Barrowcliffe of FHP on 07557 972008 / anthony@fhp.co.uk.

Due to high demand in recent months, Northwood Urban Logistics now has just two units (one 10,488 sq ft unit and one 3,250 sq ft unit) remaining at its Trent Gateway scheme.

Recent deals, brokered by JLL and FHP, have included Tekled, Conker Bespoke Furniture Ltd, and Europadisc. They join a range of other established businesses based on the 18-unit industrial site, including RSK Group and BW Flexible Systems.

Demand for logistics real estate in the East Midlands is on an upward trajectory, according to the leasing agents of Trent Gateway.

JLL’s own research has revealed that the industrial property sector is being driven by increasing demands on ecommerce and express parcel delivery, as well those requiring third-party logistics and healthcare and life sciences. Yet, suitable land and planning permission for new units is currently in short supply.

Trent Gateway is especially sought after due to its impressive green credentials, with features such as electric vehicle charging points; increased natural lighting and a low permeability design. The scheme also ensures a c.18.8% decrease in CO2 emissions over 2013 Building Regulations.

Gemma Constantinou, industrial director at JLL East Midlands, said: 

“The uplift in demand for space within the East Midlands reflects the wider trend visible across the sector regionally and globally. Our own research has shown that 74% people in the sector are expecting growth in the next five years but equally struggle to secure the facilities required. Nottingham continues to experience this robust demand with limited new build Grade A options. Trent Gateway has benefited from having quality units, in a great location with enviable green credentials.” 

Iain Taylor, Director at Northwood Urban Logistics said: 

‘’We are very pleased to welcome our latest occupiers to the scheme. Trent Gateway is able to accommodate a wide range of occupiers who will be able to adapt the units for a variety of uses’’.

Anthony Barrowcliffe, Surveyor at FHP said: 

‘’The marketplace is starved of excellent quality industrial units like Trent Gateway and due to this we have experienced great success with only two units remaining but with several active conversations taking place on these remaining units’’.

Situated within Beeston Business Park and just one mile outside of Beeston town centre, Trent Gateway is perfectly located for staff amenities and being just 1.3 miles from the A52 makes it’s a much sought-after location.

For further information on the remaining units, please contact either Gemma Constantinou of JLL, or alternatively, Mark Tomlinson of FHP Property Consultants.

Northwood Urban Logistics are delighted to announce phase 1 of Teal Trade Park, Netherfield, Nottingham has reached full occupation following an 8,429ft² letting of units T19 & T20 to Karcher. The German household name joins an excellent line up of occupiers including Screwfix, Howdens, Toolstation, Paintwell, Trent Valley Windows and Trent Vehicle Charging. The development has reached full occupation in under four months of practical completion, which is testament to the excellent quality of units and location of the Trade Park.

Iain Taylor of Northwood Urban Logistics commented:

“’We are very excited to have made our recent acquisition of Teal Park at a time when there is chronic lack of supply in the area. Teal Park is able to cater to a wide range of occupiers who will be able to adapt the units for a variety of uses.”

Mark Tomlinson of FHP Property Consultant commented:

“We are delighted to have secured Karcher for the last two units on phase 1. They are a complimentary trade user to an already excellent line up of occupiers on the estate. We now turn our attention to phase 2 and would suggest there is a real opportunity on the estate for Electrical trade users, Tile Trade users and Automotive trade users to fill a gap in the development. We look forward to speaking with more occupiers and progressing the Trade Park with clients Northwood and joint agent Phillips Sutton.”

Brodie Faint of Phillips Sutton commented:

“It is another good news story for Teal Park to have attracted such a high quality occupier as Karcher to the scheme to further complement the existing line up of trade users. With good interest in the second phase, we don’t expect the remaining units to remain available for long and would urge occupiers to come forward early to register their interest ahead of the units’ completion in April.”

Phase 2 of the development is well underway with construction with a further six trade units ready for April 2022 ranging between 215m² (2,311ft²) to 401m² (4,315ft²) with already one unit pre-let. A further phase of six larger units will be ready for Summer 2022 ranging between 878m² (9,450ft²) to 2,923m² (31,470ft²).

For more information on phase 2, please contact the agents FHP Property Consultants (0115 950 7577) or Phillips Sutton (0116 216 5144).

Carter Jonas acted on behalf of Karcher in the letting.

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15 February 2022

Urban Logistics REIT (ULR) and Wilson Bowden Developments have announced the commencement of construction on a Grade A detached high quality distribution/warehouse premises on Willow Farm Business Park, Castle Donington.  The unit will extend to 4,144m² (44,608ft²) with 10 metre eaves, dock and level access loading doors, self-contained car park and yard.  The unit will benefit from excellent road links to M1 Junction 24, A50 and A42 as well as being in close proximity to East Midlands Airport.  The unit is expected to reach practical completion in May 2022.

Tim Gilbertson of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This is a timely development and will be a very welcome addition to the market, which continues to see terrific demand and very low levels of supply.  Offering a prime location, we have already started discussions with a number of parties, some of which have viewed the site already, and we are hopeful of agreeing a deal well before the building is ready for occupation in May 2022 – testament to the great site that we have on offer here.”

Toby Wilson of M1 Agency commented:

“This is a well located high quality unit with excellent sustainability credentials, situated in an established and successful warehouse location with easy access to both the A50 and M1. The lack of stock in the area for sub-50,000ft² is generating good levels of initial interest pre-completion in April of this year.”

John Barker of Urban Logistics REIT commented:

“Castle Donington has been a strong market for many years and with this final plot on Willow Farm, we see no reason why this building won’t let quickly and hopefully provide a new home to an expanding local company.”

For further information on the available units, please contact John Proctor (07887 787 880 / john@fhp.co.uk), Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants, or alternatively, please contact Toby Wilson (0115 896 0461 / toby.wilson@m1agency.co.uk) and James Keeton (0115 896 0461 / james.keeton@m1agency.co.uk) of M1 Agency.

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10 February 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to put Unit 9 at Viking Business Centre under offer. The unit comprises a mid-terraced industrial warehouse unit measuring approximately 1,360ft² of clear span space in Woodville, Swadlincote.

The estate is situated off the A511 High Street, Woodville, and is located approximately 6 miles southeast of Burton on Trent and 4 miles west of J13 of the A42.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Viking Business Centre continues to be a very popular estate catering to a variety of small businesses that operate in the local area. The property was on the market for less than a week prior to accepting an offer which was over the marketed rent. This is a fantastic deal that demonstrates the rental strength of small industrial units not only in Swadlincote but anywhere in general.  Units like this do not come by very often and once again the estate is now fully occupied following the letting of Unit 2 and 10 by FHP last year.

We do require more industrial stock in Swadlincote and the surrounding areas in south Derbyshire, so if you have a property requirement or you are interested in letting or selling your property, then please do not hesitate to contact me and I can advise you accordingly.”

Whether you are a landlord looking to let or sell your premises or perhaps you are an occupier looking to rent or buy an industrial unit, please get in touch with me on 07929 716 330 / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk as I would be delighted to help with your property needs.

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Dan Mooney

February 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring another warehouse unit to the market on Amber Business Centre, a well-established industrial estate situated in Riddings, Alfreton. The estate provides convenient access to main road links including the A38, A610 and Junctions 26-28 of the M1 Motorway.

The premises comprises 747ft² of warehouse/workshop space intended for B2 and B8 uses, and internally provides an electric roller shutter door, 3-phase power and 4m minimum eaves height. Externally, the unit benefits from loading area and parking facilities within a securely gated site providing 24/7 access.

The property is available on new lease terms for a term of 3-5 years at a rent of £7,500 per annum.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“The industrial estate reached full occupancy last year following the letting of Unit 5 which is a testament to how popular the estate is. The unit provides an excellent opportunity for a small business to get their foot in the door and grow their operations from. Considering the property benefits from an excellent specification including loading area/roller shutter door, 4m eaves height, 3-phase power and WC facilities, the unit can be best utilised as a workshop unit or for storage/distribution. If you are interested, then please get in touch and I would be happy to show you around.”

Should you require any further details or to arrange a viewing, then please feel free to contact Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 or by email dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

February 2022

Urban Logistics REIT and Wilson Bowden Developments are pleased to confirm a new speculative warehouse/distribution unit is under construction and will be available by the end of April 2022 in Leicester.  The property sits in an excellent location positioned directly off the A46 and Junction 21 of the M1 motorway.

The Grade A warehouse will offer 4,071m² (43,850ft²) with 12 metre eaves and both dock and level access doors.  The site will offer a self-contained securely fenced and gated service yard and car parking area.

Tim Gilbertson, Director of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Leicester and its environs is a terrifically strong market and this new build unit of over 40,000ft² should go extremely well given the strength of demand in the marketplace and the number of enquiries we continue to receive.  Credit to our clients here for “grasping the nettle” and pressing on with speculative construction.  I am very confident that we can have this building with a deal agreed in the coming months ready for an occupier to move into from practical completion in spring 2022.”

Toby Wilson of Urban Logistics REIT added:

“Leicester continues to experience robust demand with limited new build Grade A options. This is a well located high specification unit with excellent sustainability credentials and a good surrounding labour supply, situated in an established and successful warehouse location offering easy access to both the A46 and M1. The lack of stock in the area for sub-50,000ft² buildings is generating good levels of initial interest pre-completion in April of this year.”

John Barker of Urban Logistics REIT commented:

“Leicester is a fantastic market which like most Midlands locations benefits from great road links and a market which is hugely under supplied in terms of available stock with demand continuing unabated.  The building will be ready for occupation by the end of April this year and we do hope that the initial strong interest generated by our agents will see a deal completed well before completion of the building.”

For further information on the available units, please contact John Proctor (07887 787 880 / john@fhp.co.uk), Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants, or alternatively, please contact Toby Wilson (0115 896 0461 / toby.wilson@m1agency.co.uk) and James Keeton (0115 896 0461 / james.keeton@m1agency.co.uk) of M1 Agency.

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7 February 2022

On behalf of a private client, FHP Property Consultants confirm the sale of 10b Sawley Park, Derby to Derbyshire Flooring Contractors Ltd.

The property is a modern end-terraced industrial unit comprising 1,219ft² of clear span warehouse accommodation. The premises sits within Sawley Business Park, a well-occupied estate located off Nottingham Road which provides convenient access to Derby City Centre via Pentagon Island.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“I am thrilled to have been part of this transaction from start to completion. Back when we began marketing this property in October 2021, I anticipated that it would attract a significant level of interest due to the lack of supply for units of this size. The property was sold for above the asking price of £185,000 which is not only a great result for the vendor, but also the purchaser who had been searching for something like this for quite some time.

There is a real demand by small businesses for industrial units particularly under 3,000ft², so if you are looking to let or sell your premises, please do get in touch and I would be delighted to advise you accordingly.”

Should you be looking to discuss your property requirements, please feel free to contact Dan Mooney on 07929 716 330 / dan.mooney@fhp.co.uk.

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Dan Mooney

January 2022

Investor, Urban Logistics REIT (ULR) and Developer, Wilson Bowden Developments have commenced the speculative development of four new units on Blenheim Industrial Estate, Nottingham.  The new units will deliver Grade A warehouse space with availability from as early as April 2022 for practical completion.  The units could create up to 200 new jobs for the area.

The four units comprise detached Grade A warehouses of 18,000ft², 24,000ft², 43,000ft² and 81,000ft² with a combined total of 166,000ft².

John Proctor, Director of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This scheme will provide much needed Grade A warehouse space to Junction 26 of the M1.  The current level of supply of existing warehouse space is close to zero, which has provided ULR with the confidence to build these units out speculatively. We are pleased to report we already have a good level of interest in a number of the units and hope to be able to confirm pre-lets in the coming months.”

Toby Wilson of M1 Agency commented:

“The Nottingham warehouse market is currently starved of sub 100,000ft² new build Grade A stock and the four units’ size and specification will help to fill this void, especially given their strong sustainability credentials and good surrounding labour supply. The active market we are currently in the midst of is driving strong occupier demand with good levels of initial interest pre-practical completion in April of this year.”

John Barker of Urban Logistics REIT commented:

“Progress on site has been swift and we anticipate completion of the four units with them ready for occupation by the end of April this year.  The market remains strong and we have deals agreed and interest in all of the units, so for any potential occupier, please do talk to our agents as soon as possible as the lack of supply throughout the region is evidenced by the strong interest we have in all four buildings going up on site.”

For further information on the available units, please contact John Proctor (07887 787 880 / john@fhp.co.uk), Tim Gilbertson (07887 787 893 / tim@fhp.co.uk) or Chris Proctor (07747 464 770 / chris@fhp.co.uk) of FHP Property Consultants, or alternatively, please contact Toby Wilson (0115 896 0461 / toby.wilson@m1agency.co.uk) and James Keeton (0115 896 0461 / james.keeton@m1agency.co.uk) of M1 Agency.

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2 February 2022

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring a rare opportunity to purchase a small industrial/warehouse unit to the market. The detached unit comprises 1,444ft² of warehouse/industrial space with its own securely fenced and gated yard. It is positioned in an excellent prime location adjoining the A610, just off J26 M1. The unit is in great condition with additional office, toilet and kitchen space available.

Dan Mooney of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Good quality second-hand industrial stock does not come by very often in present times, especially one with its own yard situated on a well-established estate. The property has been on the market for less than a week and we have already received a substantial amount of interest from investors and owner-occupiers alike. I suspect this won’t stick around for long given what it is. We will be conducting another set of block viewings in the week commencing 31^st January 2022 and will continue to invite interest, so if you are interested in purchasing the property, then please do contact us as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment.”

Amy Howard of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“There is a real scarcity of supply in the market, especially freehold options. This has been coupled with a significant increase in demand and the gap between the two continues to grow. With this in mind, it is an excellent opportunity for a small owner-occupier company looking to expand their business or alternatively, a great investment. We have exceeded our expectations on this unit already with the substantial amount of interest we have received. With a number of viewings to conduct this week, please do not hesitate to contact us if this is something of interest to you.”

If this property does appeal to your requirements, please do not hesitate to contact Dan Mooney (07929 716330 / dan@fhp.co.uk) or Amy Howard (07887 787894 / amy.howard@fhp.co.uk of FHP Property Consultants.

As a result of our client’s relocation and expansion, we are pleased to bring to the market a rare chance to purchase just under 40,000ft² of high calibre space within a few minutes drive of the A38 and in turn Junction 28 of the M1 motorway.

Currently used for a mix of manufacturing and storage purposes, the building is in pristine condition throughout, just over 20 years old and offers detached accommodation on a good sized site with dedicated loading yard and separate car park.

Tim Gilbertson of FHP commented:

“In a market completely starved of freehold space to buy, I am very hopeful that we will generate quickly a lot of interest in this building.  Occupied effectively for food grade production purposes, the building is pristine throughout and offers well specified potential production or storage space augmented by office, canteen and ancillary accommodation.

Occupying a self-contained site just off the A38 and close therefore also to Junction 28 of the M1 motorway, this building should certainly be viewed quickly as with so little space on the market, I’m hopeful we will quickly achieve a sale here.

Our clients are relocating locally and we are looking to agree and conclude a deal quickly, with vacant possession being available from around August this year.”

Hopefully this opportunity might appeal and if so, please do not hesitate to contact any of us detailed below and we would be delighted to discuss and show you around.

31 January 2022

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