Plans for the completion of Dove Valley Park have been submitted to South Derbyshire District Council by Dove Valley Park Ltd, a subsidiary of Clowes Developments, and IMA Architects.

The plans, will transform an area of land next to Dove Valley Park into a thriving centre of employment, creating local jobs and bringing economic benefits to Derbyshire. It will complete Dove Valley Park, forming the eastern part of the major 200 acre employment site on the A50 in South Derbyshire that is home to occupiers including JCB, Top Hat, Futaba Ltd and GXO.

The application site could be brought forward for development immediately as the existing infrastructure of Dove Valley Park is already in place to extend into the site.

If approved, the plans will see the 35.29 acre site developed to create circa 54,500m² of employment space for B2, B8, with ancillary E(g) use. Four units of varying sizes will be created to meet market demand for quality industrial space, along with the necessary associated hard and soft landscaping, car parking and infrastructure.

In addition, a new Innovation Centre will be created that will serve as a central hub for all businesses in the local vicinity. The aim is to draw people together and provide spaces for gatherings, along with informal meeting space and access to external areas. The Innovation Centre will also serve as a space for start-up businesses to begin and has been developed in consultation with The University of Derby.

To enable people from the surrounding areas to access the site, a new bus route will be created to serve Dove Valley Park and the timings of the existing bus route will be altered to reflect occupier’s shift patterns.

The proposals exceed biodiversity net gain requirements and will feature a 40 metre wide landscape buffer to the east which will screen the development from view. The buffer will also incorporate a new public footpath.

Commenting on the plans, Marc Freeman Director at Clowes Developments said:

“There is significant demand across the East Midlands for industrial space and our plans for the completion of Dove Valley Park will deliver high quality units for businesses in South Derbyshire. Since its inception in the 1990s Dove Valley Park has thrived and brought economic benefits to the area, so we are excited about the prospect of completing the site and creating hundreds of new jobs for local people.”

Anthony Day, Managing Director of IMA Architects comments:

“The completion of Dove Valley Park will be a significant development for South Derbyshire. The plans we have created with Clowes Developments will ensure it is a quality site that will appeal to occupiers that will view Derbyshire as the long term home for their business, providing sustainable long term employment. We are also proud to have exceeded  biodiversity net gain at the site and will take this practice into future developments where possible.”

Clowes Developments is one of the UK’s largest and strongest privately-owned property investment and development organisations. Headquartered in Ednaston, Derbyshire, the company are experts in land acquisition and promotion, property development and asset management, with 18,000 consented residential plots and 3,000 acres of development pipeline across the UK.

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June 2024

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to showcase a rare leasehold opportunity at Railway View Business Park, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, S45 9HZ.

Railway View Business Park is situated perfectly with Junction 29 of the M1 Motorway just a 10-minute drive away. The site was built in 2019 and all industrial/warehouse units are very high in quality.

The property comprises a modern high quality warehouse unit one roller shutter door and 3 phase power.  The total area comprises 9,230ft² and externally there is good loading and parking provisions.

The premises is available on new lease terms at a rent of £69,995 per annum exclusive.

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am pleased to be bringing to the market this modern industrial/warehouse unit situated in Clay Cross, Chesterfield.   There is a huge lack of availability throughout Clay Cross and surrounding areas and I can’t see this unit being available for long, especially with the specification that it has to offer.  I therefore expect there to be a good level of demand and I look forward to speaking to any interested parties.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing at this property, then please do not hesitate to contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk or Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market Units 4 – 6 Downing Road, West Meadows Industrial Estate, Derby, DE21 6HA.

The property is situated on Downing Road off Chequers Road, which is conveniently located close to Pentagon Island at the intersection of the A52.

The property comprises three industrial/warehouse units which have more recently been combined and linked together.  The accommodation provides clear span warehouse space with high quality offices and break out areas.  In addition, there are a couple of mezzanines which will be left in situ.

The specification includes; 3 phase power, 6 roller shutter loading doors, LED lighting throughout and good parking.

The freehold is available to purchase and offers are invited in excess of £1.25 million.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am delighted to place this property on the market.  There are few freehold opportunities available at present and I therefore anticipate a good level of interest from local businesses.  The property would suit either an owner occupier or investor and could be occupied as a whole or part with the remaining being let out as an income producing asset.”

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

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May 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to announce the letting of Units 11 – 12 Raynesway Park, Raynesway, Derby, DE21 7BH.  Raynesway Park is prominently positioned fronting Raynesway (A6), an established commercial and distribution area with excellent access to the outer ring road, A50 and A52 dual carriageways.

The property provides high quality modern industrial/warehouse accommodation which benefits from a comprehensive refurbishment.  The premises extend to approximately 10,526ft² and have been let on new lease terms for a period of 5 years.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This is an excellent unit in a great location and I am not surprised this has now been snapped up.  Our client undertook a comprehensive refurbishment and as a result the premises present exceptionally well.  In addition we were able to achieve a headline rent in excess of our quoting rent.

It is increasingly difficult to source premises of 10,000ft² and above in Derby due to a shortage in supply.  I would be delighted to speak with any landlords/occupiers out there who are thinking of placing their unit on the market.”

Innes England acted as joint agents alongside FHP Property Consultants.

For further information on the above letting, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to bring back to the market Unit 7 Prime Industrial Park which is situated just off Shaftesbury Street on the A514 Osmaston Road, a main arterial road which connects the inner and outer ring roads to the south of the city.  Prime Industrial Park is popular for manufacturers, storage operators and trade counter outlets.  This industrial/warehouse unit has recently undergone a full refurbishment which has included brand new flooring, roofing, offices/amenities and a kitchenette.

The property comprises 3,867ft² of industrial/warehouse space with a roller shutter door and modern offices.  W/C facilities and a kitchenette are also located inside the property.

Unit 7 Prime Industrial Park will be available to let at a price of £27,000 per annum.

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“Modern refurbished stock is hard to come by and the fact that this is in the heart of Derby, I can’t see this unit sitting around for long.  There is a lack of availability in the city centre so if you are looking for warehouse space, then please don’t hesitate to get in contact with me and I look forward to speaking to any interested parties.”     

For further information or to arrange a viewing on this property, please contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk or Corbin Archer on 07929 716 330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market a good quality industrial/ warehouse unit with a secure yard area to the front of the premises at the popular West Hallam Industrial Estate.

Located in South Derbyshire, approximately 7 miles north-east of Derby and 10 miles west of Nottingham, the estate is located on Cat & Fiddle Lane close to its junction with Station Road. The estate benefits from good road links with Junction 25 of the M1 located approximately 6 miles south-east via the A52 and Junction 26 of the M1 located approximately 9 miles north-east via the A610.

The accommodation provides 8,000ft² of clear span warehouse space with a 0.11 acre site of hard standing land to the front.  Internally the specification includes LED lighting, 3 phase power, 7.5m eaves height and concrete flooring.

FHP Property Consultants are marketing the property to lease at a rent of £48,000 per annum.

Corbin Archer of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am pleased to bring this property to the market as it provides good quality warehouse space in a great location close to the M1 Motorway for an affordable price breaking down to £6.00 per sq. ft. The premises also benefits from hard standing land to the front and is situated within a secure industrial estate offering 24/7 access. If you are interested then please do give me a call on the information below.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact either Corbin Archer on 07929 716330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are pleased to announce the recent sale of this industrial/warehouse unit situated on Carter Lane East, South Normanton, just minutes away from Junction 28 of the M1 motorway.

The premises comprise an industrial/warehouse unit providing clear span accommodation situated on a 0.40 acre site. The property has been sold to private investors who will now be looking to rent the unit out.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“I am pleased the sale has completed in what has been a relatively straightforward deal.  We were asked to place the property on the market due to the current owners relocating to a larger premises.  The property has been sold to local investors who agreed to purchase the property within days of it going on the market.  I wish the new owners every success.

There is still a continued demand for freehold industrial/warehouse units across the region and we are speaking with a number of businesses and investors who have cash funds available once the right property is available.  As a result, capital values remain strong and transactions that are under offer are completing.”       

For further information please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

Wingfield View Business Park is a new industrial estate in Clay Cross, Derbyshire.  It comprises 19 industrial/warehouse units totalling just over 60,000ft².  The business park is being built by Roe Developments who have completed several projects in Clay Cross to date.

The development benefits from good connectivity and is easily accessed via the A6175 dual carriageway, linking to Junction 29 of the M1 motorway within a 10-minute drive. The industrial/warehouse units range in size from 2,091ft² to 12,062ft² and are available to purchase or to lease.  Further to that, each unit has been built to an exceptional quality and boasts an impressive specification.

FHP Property Consultants have been working alongside joint agents, Knight Frank, and are pleased to confirm that all units are now under offer with 50% having already exchanged contracts.  The units will be ready for occupation in July 2024.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“This has been an extremely successful development and one which has been a pleasure to work on.  The size of units delivered is exactly what the local market requires, and consequently the majority of these units are going to local businesses.  There has been a continued demand for units up to 10,000ft² particularly on a freehold basis and the flexibility here has been key to getting all the units under offer.”     

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“It has been a delight to work alongside my client in letting out these high quality industrial/warehouse units.  With businesses starting to be more wary about taking on a new unit, it has been a pleasure to work with all the tenants and purchasers in taking on these units.  I wish every business success in the future.”

Following the success at Wingfield View Business Park, Roe Developments are now building out Egstow View Business Park which will offer trade counter and warehouse units in Clay Cross.  This scheme should be ready Q2 2025 and three units are already under offer.

For further information, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk

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May 2024

West Hallam Industrial Estate covers 118 acres and includes over 100 buildings totalling some 1.28 million square feet.  The estate is situated in Derbyshire, 7 miles north east of Derby and 10 miles west of Nottingham.

The industrial estate comprises a variety of buildings and most recently three new units were constructed comprising 36,000ft² of new industrial/warehouse accommodation.

We are pleased to confirm that all three units are now let following the latest letting which completed at the start of May 2024.  The lettings were concluded by joint agents FHP Property Consultants and Geo Hallam & Sons.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants commented:

“This has been an excellent result for our clients who have invested heavily to deliver these new units.  Pleasingly the scheme has been a success, with  first being let prior to practical completion and the remaining units let within 6 months after practical completion.  Due to the success of this phase of development, our clients are looking to press ahead with Phase 2 which will deliver units from 3,000ft² to 6,000ft² and further details will be released in due course.”

Giles Davis, of Geo Hallam commented:

“From the outset there has been a lot of occupier interest in these new buildings which were constructed speculatively by our clients. There is pent up demand there which bodes well for future phases where a range of sizes will be offered which will attract interest from a wider range of occupiers.”

For further information on these lettings, or to discuss current availability at West Hallam Industrial Estate, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 / darran@fhp.co.uk or Giles Davis on 07702 516860 / gdavis@geohallam.co.uk.

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May 2024

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market a high-quality warehouse/potential industrial unit on Wigman Road in Bilborough, Nottingham.

Situated within the established Glaisdale Drive Industrial Estate, the property benefits from great accessibility to Nottingham’s ring road with swift access to both the city centre and Junction 26 of the M1.

Spanning 22,343ft², the property features a modern design with 8-metre eaves together with well-proportioned office space, kitchen facilities and WC amenities. The premises boast a securely fenced and gated rear delivery yard alongside barrier secured car parking to the front elevation of the building. The unit is equipped with two level access loading doors and loading bay as well as a fully racked warehouse which can be customised to suit the incoming tenant.  With heating and lighting already in place, the unit is ready for immediate occupation.

To be marketed by Tim Gilbertson, Amy Howard and Guy Mills of FHP Property Consultants, Guy commented:

“I am delighted to bring to market this quality unit just off Nottingham’s ring road.  It is immediately available and offers top-notch accommodation on a favoured industrial estate, which provides quick access to the centre of Nottingham and Junction 26 of the M1 motorway.

Not many units of this size with this specification even exist around Nottingham so hopefully, with it now being available for a new lease, we will quickly encourage new interest and my colleagues and myself would be delighted to discuss and make arrangements to show the property to any interested parties.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Guy Mills on 07887 787884 / guy.mills@fhp.co.uk, Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 / tim@fhp.co.uk or Amy Howard on 07887 787894 amy.howard@fhp.co.uk.

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7 May 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market a freehold hybrid warehouse unit located on Ascot Business Park just off Ascot Drive, Derby.

The property is situated in the established Ascot Business Park on the east side of Derby city centre and is accessed via Longbridge Lane off Ascot Drive. Ascot Drive is a very busy arterial road which is home to numerous trade counter operators. The accommodation provides 2,712ft2 of warehouse space with a substantial mezzanine consisting of office space and additional storage rooms. Externally, the property benefits from a roller shutter door and allocated parking to the front of the premises.

FHP Property Consultants are marketing the property for sale at a price of £395,000.

Corbin Archer of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am pleased to bring this property to the market as it offers an occupier/investor the rare opportunity to purchase their own warehouse unit on a popular industrial location just off Ascot Drive to the east of Derby City Centre. Given the lack of freehold industrial/warehouse units in Derby and the wider Derbyshire area, I expect there to be a lot of interest in these premises and I look forward to speaking with all interested parties.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact either Corbin Archer on 07929 716330/ corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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May 2024

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to announce the sale of Units 1 and 2 Whittington Way in Chesterfield, a fantastic modern warehouse providing 12,536ft² of accommodation across two units.

The units have been sold to Valve & Process Solutions Ltd, an existing Chesterfield occupier who have been seeking larger premises for some time.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am delighted that after high levels of interest we could secure a buyer for this property.  There remains little space to buy on the market of any size throughout the region and as a result we were able to place this property under offer within a week of placing it on the market.  As a result we achieved the guide price which is an excellent result for our clients.

I would be delighted to speak with any occupiers who are actively seeking space across Derbyshire or alternatively any property owners that are considering selling or leasing their unit”.

For further information, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

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April 2024

Acting on behalf of private clients, FHP’s Darran Severn has completed the letting of 28,000ft² of industrial/warehouse space just off the A38 at Junction 28 of the M1 motorway.

The letting sees local occupiers Rowes Precision Products Ltd relocate from their current base in Ilkeston to continue their growth and expansion in a much larger building which benefits from a large, oversized yard.

Darran Severn comments:

“I am pleased to see this deal over the line and I wish the new occupiers well in their new unit.  The unit sits within an excellent location just off the A38 dual carriageway and offers clean span accommodation that benefits from a light refurbishment. 

Stock levels seem to be fairly consistent at present as deals are progressing and other opportunities are coming to market.  The good news is that there is a good sign of demand and we do need more space to meet the requirements of a number of occupiers that we know who are looking to move”.

For further information on this transaction, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or darran@fhp.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

April 2024

Foundry Business Park is a new development of industrial/warehouse units situated just 5 minutes from Junction 28 of the M1 Motorway in Pinxton, Derbyshire.   The location is just 7 miles from Mansfield town centre, 15 miles from Nottingham city centre and 14 miles to Chesterfield town centre.

The development will provide 10 units totalling some 50,000ft² all available on a freehold basis.  The units range in size from 4,232ft² to approximately 20,000ft² and are available at a guide price of £135 per ft².

The first two units have been placed under offer and planning permission has now been submitted.

Darran Severn, Director at FHP Property Consultants comments:

“We are pleased to confirm that the first two units have been placed under offer on a build to suit basis, which is excellent news.  In addition, a planning application has now been submitted for the first phase of units which will be available around Q2 2025.

There is a continued shortage of freehold industrial/warehouse units across the region, and as a result we are in discussions with a number of local occupiers who have expressed an interest in the site.  Once the units start to take shape I would expect to see even more interest and further sales being agreed”.

For further information, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or email darran@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443828 or email harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

April 2024

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market Units 11b – 11c Willow Farm Business Park, Castle Donington, DE74 2US.

Willow Farm Business Park is an established industrial/warehouse location in Castle Donington, Leicestershire.  The park is accessed from the A50 approximately 2 miles west of Junction 24/24A of the M1 motorway and adjacent to East Midlands Distribution Centre.

The property itself comprises a modern industrial/warehouse unit extending to approximately 40,903ft² and benefits from four level access roller shutter loading doors, 3 phase power, LED warehouse lighting and a site area of 1.9 acres.

The property is available on new lease terms for a period to be agreed at a rent equating to £7.95 per ft².

Darran Severn, Director at FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am delighted to bring this opportunity to market.  There are currently very few available units in Castle Donington between 20,000ft² and 50,000ft² and this has been the case for some time now.  The unit is immediately available for occupation and I look forward to speaking with interested parties.  We already have several viewings lined up so please get in touch as soon as possible.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 / darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 / tim@fhp.co.uk or please contact our joint agent Sean Bremner on 07541 505 980 / sean@cppartners.co.uk.

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Darran Severn

April 2024

Dove Valley Park is a major 200 acre industrial/distribution development situated on the A50 corridor and is already home to a number of blue-chip companies.  The 200-acre development has planning consent for up to 2.3 million ft² and is situated in the centre of one of the country’s most important manufacturing areas.

The A50 corridor is a primary east-west route within the Midlands linking Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire to Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and the North-West.

Current occupiers on the site include JCB, GXO, Futaba, Top Hat, Truma and MEG Group.

Darran Severn, Director at FHP Property Consultants commented:

“Dove Valley Park is a hidden gem, but the quality of occupier shows what a great spot it is.  Its success has in part been due to its accessible location between the M6 and M1 motorways, but it also offers an excellent base to recruit a wide range of skilled labour from the surrounding towns and cities of Derby, Burton on Trent, Stoke on Trent and Uttoxeter.  The park  is operational 24 hours a day 7 days a week, and has direct access to the A50 to the East and West.

There are a number of leasehold and freehold opportunities remaining at Dove Valley Park that are available on a design and build basis from 32,130ft² to 124,000ft² plus existing new build units of 113,053ft², 152,466ft² and 195,679ft², which are available for immediate occupation.  We really do have something for every type of occupier at Dove Valley Park”.

A launch event is being held on Thursday 23^rd May 2024 to showcase the newly built units.  If any prospective occupiers would like to join us on the day for a tour of the buildings and site, then please get in touch.

For further information, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or email darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk.

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April 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to have recently completed the sale of 1 Goshawk Road, Quarry Hill Industrial Estate, Ilkeston, DE7 4RG which comprises 2,257ft² of hybrid warehouse space.

The property is located in Quarry Hill Industrial Estate, a popular trading estate within Ilkeston. The location provides excellent access to the regional centres of Nottingham and Derby and the wider UK being just 3 miles from Junction 25 of the M1 Motorway. The property itself is a bespoke build as it has been extensively fitted out with two-storey offices and a small storage/ workshop space.

The price achieved breaks down to £104 per ft² achieving an excellent result for our client. We placed the property under offer within two weeks of marketing showing the strong demand for freehold commercial properties of this
size as owner occupiers are still struggling to find buildings that are available to purchase.

Corbin Archer from FHP Property Consultants comments;

‘’I am pleased to have sold 1 Goshawk Road on behalf of a longstanding client of ours. Having received strong interest from the start we were able to place the property under offer in two weeks of marketing showing how strong the demand is for properties in this location and of this size. Even after placing the property under offer, I was still getting constant calls from owner occupiers/ investors wanting to purchase the property as there is such little available in the current market for sale.

Paul Atkins has been a client of FHP’s for over twenty years and it was great to work with him for the first time selling this property for him.’’

“Having recently completed the sale of this property with FHP, Corbin Archer was my contact throughout. He did a brilliant job and stayed focused on progressing the sale and keeping me informed. I have had a professional relationship with FHP Property Consultants for over twenty years and look forward to working with them at some point in the future.”

For any further information on the sale of this property, or if you would like us to market a property, please do not hesitate to contact Corbin Archer on 07929 716330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828/ harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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Corbin Archer

April 2024

FHP Property Consultants are delighted to announce that we are bringing to the market a small industrial/warehouse unit in the heart of Derby city centre.

Unit 10 Prime Industrial Park is situated just off Shaftesbury Street on the A514 Osmaston Road, a main arterial road which connects the inner and outer ring roads to the south of the city.  The area is popular for manufacturers, storage operators and trade counter outlets.

The property comprises industrial/warehouse space with two roller shutter doors with access from the courtyard. Internally a mezzanine allows for more storage while underneath there is a small office, W/C facilities and a kitchenette.  The total area comprises 2,045ft².

Unit 10 Prime Industrial Park will be available to let at a price of £12,500 per annum.

FHP are also instructed on Unit 7 Prime Industrial Park, comprising 3,867ft².  This property is situated on the same estate and is currently undergoing a full refurbishment.  It will be available to let within the next few months.

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am pleased to be bringing to market this affordable industrial/warehouse unit within Derby city centre. There is a lack of availability in the city centre, especially for units of this size and spec.  I therefore expect there to be a good level of demand and I look forward to speaking to interested parties.

For further information or to arrange a viewing at this property, then please do not hesitate to contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk or Corbin Archer on 07929 716 330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk.

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April 2024

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to be bringing to the market four industrial/warehouse units in Alfreton ranging from 1,194ft² to 7,955ft².  Alfreton is a well-established industrial and distribution location with its great transport links directly off the A38 leading to Junction 28 of the M1 motorway. This connectively allows for local occupiers to reach 90% of the British population within a 4 hour driving distance.

The units available range in sizes and specifications.

We have two small storage warehouse units available at Amber Business Centre in Riddings, Alfreton which enable small businesses to move into their first unit or expand into larger premises. The units are 1,194ft² and 1,240ft² and are available immediately at a rent of £11.00 per ft².

On another established industrial estate in Alfreton, Ecclesbourne Park, we have a mid-ranged industrial/ warehouse unit consisting of 4,501ft² of clear span warehouse accommodation available at a rent of £7.25 per ft².

Lastly, just before Ecclesbourne Park on Garnham Close we have a 7,955ft² industrial/warehouse unit with additional office rooms and cellular storage rooms at a rent of £6.25 per ft².

Corbin Archer of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“We have recently brought all four properties to the market over the last couple of weeks.  All the units are in the same location yet they each offer something different with the size and specification of each unit.  Alfreton is a great location for industrial and distribution occupiers from start-up businesses to established national occupiers and I expect there will be a good level of demand for all four of the units.  If you are interested then please give me a call/ email to discuss in further detail.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing at any of these properties, then please do not hesitate to contact Corbin Archer on 07929 716 330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828/ harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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April 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market a good quality industrial/warehouse unit located in Garnham Close, Cotes Park Lane, Alfreton.

The premises occupy a convenient position within minutes of Junction 28 of the M1 motorway and close to both Nottingham and Derby city centres, being 16 miles away.  The accommodation provides 7,955ft² of warehouse space with office space and additional storage rooms.  Externally, the property benefits from a roller shutter door and allocated parking.

FHP Property Consultants are marketing the property to rent at £50,000 per annum.

Corbin Archer of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“I am pleased to bring this property to the market as it offers good quality warehouse space in a popular industrial location for at an adequate rent. The office space available within the warehouse unit is currently being refurbished to a high standard and is expected to be completed in April 2024.  I look forward to speaking with all interested parties.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact either Corbin Archer on 07929 716330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk or Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828 / harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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Corbin Archer

March 2024

FHP Property Consultants are pleased to have completed a double deal at Wetherby Business Park. The property is located just off Ascot Drive in Derby with easy access to the city centre just 2 miles away.  This is an excellent deal for both FHP Property Consultants and the client as one tenant has taken both an office and an industrial/warehouse unit adding to the mix of occupiers within the business park.

We are constantly talking to potential occupiers who are looking for office space in Derby.  Due to the lack of stock, there aren’t many options for potential tenants to look at so if you’re a landlord and looking to let or sell your property then please do not hesitate to contact me.

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

‘’It was great to find a tenant that was suitable for these offices, and it was an added bonus that he was going to take an industrial unit as well.  This is a great result for our client, and we now currently only have three offices available to rent.  They range from a size of 97ft² to 1,99ft².  The offices are good quality and present a great space for a business to thrive in.  I wish the new tenant every success in the future.’’

For further information on these vacant offices, or if you would like us to help you find an office of your own, please do not hesitate to contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828/harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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Harry Gamble

March 2024

Construction has commenced at Dove Way, Uttoxeter, a new industrial/logistics site developed by PMW Property.  Dove Way comprises two new industrial/logistics units comprising 37,000ft² and 113,000ft².

Dove Way is situated just off the A50, Uttoxeter between Burton on Trent and Stoke on Trent.   The M6 (J16) is within 20 miles and the M1 (J24) is within 26 miles.

Each unit will benefit from an excellent specification including a glazed entranceway, 15% roof lights, floor slab load 50Kn/m², concrete delivery yard, 10/12 metre eaves and a mix of level and dock level loading doors.  The developer is targeting a BREEAM assessment of Excellent.

The units will be available for occupation later this year and are available to purchase or lease.

Joint agents Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants and Phil Randle of Salloway commented:

“You cannot miss this structure as you drive along the A50, Uttoxeter and it is great to see the steel frames going up so quickly.  Uttoxeter is a well connected location close to Stoke, Derby and Burton. This is an exciting development for Uttoxeter and the region and the units themselves would equally suit a logistics or manufacturing business. 

Please do get in touch with us if you have any further questions or would simply like to walk the site in the first instance”.

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 / darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 / tim@fhp.co.uk or our joint agent Phil Randle on 07970 293740 / phil@salloway.com.

Darran Severn

March 2024

Amber Business Centre is a popular well-established distribution and manufacturing estate in Riddings, Alfreton. The units here are being snapped up very quickly which is evident by the recently completed letting of 14.1 Amber Business Centre.

This small industrial/warehouse unit comprises 1,272ft² and clear span warehouse accommodation.  The unit also benefits from an electric roller shutter door, 3 phase power and W/C facilities.

The centre enjoys a prime location offering easy access and convenience to businesses and visitors.  It can be easily accessed via the A38 and A610 dual carriageways linking to the M1 motorway at Junction 28.  Units on this estate range in size from 618ft² to circa 50,000ft².

Harry Gamble of FHP Property Consultants comments:

‘This is a great achievement for both FHP and our clients and I am proud to keep on finding tenants for their well fitted industrial/warehouse units.  The strength in demand for small units in Derbyshire is very high and I can see the remaining units being occupied in the not too distant future.

Amber Business Centre is nearly full, although we currently have two units left ranging from 1,272ft² to 1,517ft².’’

For further information or to arrange a viewing, then please do not hesitate to contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828/ harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk or Corbin Archer on 07929 716 330 / corbin.archer@fhp.co.uk.

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Harry Gamble

March 2024

On behalf of a private client, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to bring to the market Lucinda House, a modern industrial/warehouse unit situated within Sherwood Business Park, Nottingham, NG15 0DR.

Lucinda House forms part of Sherwood Business Park, just 5 minutes from Junction 27 of the M1 motorway.  The property sits on a self-contained site with parking to the front and a large service yard to the rear.  The accommodation provides a mixture of clear span warehouse space, production and packing areas, mezzanines and high quality offices with canteen and staff amenities.

The premises totals approximately 7,351m² (79,128ft²) plus an additional 2,997m² (32,259ft²) by way of a high quality mezzanine.

The property is immediately available to purchase.

Darran Severn of FHP Property Consultants comments:

“There are few opportunities to purchase good quality existing industrial/warehouse units across the East Midlands, particularly over 50,000ft².  We are therefore anticipating that we will receive good interest from local and regional businesses.  The property itself provides excellent accommodation and has seen significant investment in recent years.  It would suit a number of uses including manufacturing, production or storage and distribution.  I look forward to speaking with any interested businesses.”

For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or email darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk.

Darran Severn

March 2024

On behalf of private clients, FHP Property Consultants are delighted to have recently completed the letting of Unit 5 Spectrum Business Park, McGregor’s Way, Chesterfield, S40 2WB which comprises 3,132ft² of industrial/warehouse space.  This unit benefits from office space, a brand-new kitchen, and a small mezzanine.

Spectrum Business Park is located just south of Chesterfield and comprises a series of high quality industrial/warehouse units.  Tenants benefit from a shared yard and easy accessibility to the A61 and A617 leading to Junction 29 of the M1 motorway.

This letting has been an excellent result for our client achieving £11.50 per ft².  Within a month of marketing, we managed to find a tenant, agree heads of terms and get them in 2 weeks later.

Harry Gamble from FHP Property Consultants comments;

‘’I am delighted to have completed the letting of Unit 5, Spectrum Business Park on behalf of a new client.  This is a great achievement for myself as I have seen this letting through from the inspection all the way to the completion.

Spectrum Business Park is a prime destination for businesses seeking to expand and thrive in their workspace and with these new units that are going to become available, I look forward to working with our client and seeing the build of these new high quality warehouse/industrial spaces.

Due to the demand of smaller units in the Derbyshire and Chesterfield area, I can see a lot of interest being placed on these industrial/warehouse units.’’

Due to this success at Spectrum Business Park, we are looking to deliver further units which should be available in Q1 2025.  I am excited to be involved with this project and looking forward to working with our client again.

For any further information on these new units, or if you would like us to help you find a unit of your own, please do not hesitate to contact Harry Gamble on 07398 443 828/ harry.gamble@fhp.co.uk.

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Harry Gamble

March 2024

Dove Valley Park is a major 200 acre industrial/distribution development at the centre of one of the country’s most important manufacturing areas.  It provides over 1.75 million sq. ft. of accommodation and current occupiers include JCB, Top Hat, GXO, Müller, Futaba Industrial and Truma.

The last development on Dove Valley Park saw 196,000ft² built and there are currently two further speculatively built industrial/distribution units comprising 113,000ft² and 152,000ft² under construction.  With practical completion imminent, international real estate firm Hines have appointed FHP Property Consultants as joint agents with Cushman & Wakefield on the scheme.

The three units provide high class new industrial and logistics space benefiting from an impressive specification including 12m eaves, dock level and level access doors, PV ready frame, EV car parking spaces, 55m service yard and a 500 –  750 kVA electrical supply with the ability to upgrade.

DVP 196, 152 and 113 are immediately available to rent on new lease terms.

Darran Severn, Director at FHP Property Consultants commented:

“We are delighted to come on board with the marketing of Dove Valley Park with Cushman & Wakefield to create further interest in this outstanding scheme.  DVP is a substantial industrial park situated within a strategic location on the A50 between the M1 and M6 Motorways.  The success of the park is evident by the existing mix of occupiers already situated here.

We will be looking to raise the awareness of Dove Valley Park throughout the region particularly with nearby occupiers in Derby, Burton upon Trent and Stoke on Trent.  The units themselves benefit from B2 and B8 planning and would equally suit a logistics or manufacturing business.  I look forward to showcasing these units and would be more than happy to discuss the opportunities at Dove Valley Park with any interested parties.”

Tom Kimbell, Partner at Cushman & Wakefield commented:

“Dove Valley Park is a proven industrial and logistics park with excellent connectivity across the East and West Midlands.  We are delighted to be acting on behalf of Hines and these new speculatively built units provide an excellent opportunity for any expanding manufacturing or distribution company within the region.

We look forward to working alongside FHP Property Consultants to generate interest in the scheme.”

Mickey Scott of Hines commented:

“We are delighted to be delivering high quality space with strong ESG credentials to the local market and look forward to working with FHP Property Consultants and Cushman & Wakefield on securing tenants and contributing to the growth of the local economy.

For further information on the availability at Dove Valley Park, please contact Darran Severn on 07917 460031 or email darran@fhp.co.uk or Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk or contact our joint agent Tom Kimble on 07920 005471 or email tom.kimble@cushwake.com.

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Darran Severn

8 March 2024

I’d like to say a big thanks to Harry at FHP for his outstanding work getting our unit rented out. Harry provided us with high calibre professionalism, is really easy to get on with, demonstrated knowledge, expertise, and offered helpful advice throughout the tenancy process.

Is the economy growing?  Is the economy shrinking, or is it just flatlining?  As a Chartered Surveyor dealing with the sale and letting of manufacturing and distribution space throughout the East Midlands, it’s clear that there is no specific answer to these questions and I have no idea where the world is going over the next week, let alone the next 12 months.

However, what I do know is that the East Midlands manufacturing and distribution property market is still in fine fettle, and the biggest problem that occupiers looking to grow or relocate their businesses are finding at present is the lack of stock.

No one really knows where the economy is going at present, albeit everybody I speak to and meet seems incredibly busy.  Busy doesn’t always mean productive and successful but at a grassroots level, it does seem as if there is a real desire from any number of companies to relocate but it’s the lack of opportunities to relocate, particularly when companies are trying to buy premises as well as rent, that is preventing any number of potential moves from happening.

Dove Valley Park at Foston just off the A50 between Derby and Uttoxeter has seen terrific growth over the last few years, with just under one million sq. ft. built and either sold or let to expanding local and indeed national companies.

It’s also one of the few locations in the East Midlands where bespoke built warehouse or manufacturing space can be offered for sale as well as to rent and it’s possibly the reason why we are seeing increased levels of activity centred on the park in early 2024.

Design and build is very much a ‘posh phrase’ for having something built to an occupiers’ needs and their exact specification, but the message that such buildings can often be delivered within as little as 12 months from initial discussions seems to be permeating the local and regional market, particularly as with Dove Valley Park where freeholds can be offered as well as leasehold opportunities.  Given that buying an existing building can often take many months and even then it might not be ideal for an occupier, if of course a vaguely suitable building can be found, then design and build becomes a more and more keenly followed route when occupiers try and procure new space.

At Dove Valley Park, we can offer property solutions to buy from as little as 30,000ft² upwards in what is a cracking location, just off the A50 between Derby and Stoke on Trent, providing great access to both the East and West Midlands markets.

Plots are ‘ready to go’ at DVP and if you and your business are equally ‘ready to go’ but you have been frustrated by the real lack of supply of opportunities to buy or indeed rent throughout the East Midlands, then my colleague Darran Severn or myself would be delighted to chat through this great location and see how we might be able to help you secure the right building in the right location in the right time period.

For further information, please contact Tim Gilbertson on 07887 787 893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk or Darran Severn on 07917 460 031 or email darran@fhp.co.uk.

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Tim Gilbertson

5 March 2024

Acting on behalf of private clients, FHP’s Tim Gilbertson has concluded the sale of 25,000ft² of good quality space adjoining the A38 at Junction 28 of the M1 motorway in a sale which was agreed and completed in double quick time.

The sale concluded sees local occupiers CVH-OMFB Limited relocate from their current base on Carter Lane East in South Normanton to enable their continued growth and expansion in a much larger building which benefits from a large, oversized site.

Tim Gilbertson commented:

“It was great to see this deal concluded so swiftly after we agreed terms with our purchaser.  Again, this a rarity in the market, a building that can be sold and also one with a large yard, so it’s great to tie up a deal quickly and see exchange of contracts happen within a few weeks of instruction of solicitors.

I wish the new occupiers well in what I think is an excellent building and I am sure one which will serve them well for the future.

There still remains little space to buy on the market of any size in the East Midlands and indeed stock levels are starting to drop in terms of leasehold warehouse or manufacturing space too.  Hopefully though this in general is a good sign of demand, albeit we do need more space now to meet the aspirations of any number of occupiers that we know who are looking to move on.

I would be delighted to discuss with any potential clients how we can help the market their space.”

Carl Hinds, Managing Director of CVH-OMFB Limited, commented:

“We are delighted at securing this top quality building to aid our expansion within the region.  It has the yard space and internal accommodation we need, keeps us very close to the M1 motorway and being set so near to our current base, it ensures that we keep our staff happy which is always important.

Many thanks to Tim Gilbertson and FHP for helping us see this deal over the line, they are now marketing our current building and hopefully they will have similar success there as their positive, helpful attitude has been terrific throughout.”

For more information on the transaction or to see how Tim Gilbertson at FHP can help you, please give him a call on 07887 787 893 or email tim@fhp.co.uk.

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Tim Gilbertson

1 March 2024

Acting on behalf of long term private clients, Ketlin Maeorg of FHP has completed the letting of a good quality industrial unit comprising a 2,527ft² warehouse with fitted office space.  Park Lane Business Park is a well-established industrial estate in Kirkby in Ashfield, which can be easily accessed via the A38 and Junction 28 off the M1.

Ketlin Maeorg of FHP commented:

“I am really pleased with the recent completion of Unit 3 Park Court and to have secured this deal for our client. It is great to have such a swift turnaround and excellent tenant in the unit so quickly.  The property is in a great condition and benefits from the fitted office space with shower facilities.  This was a fantastic deal to complete and I believe a great result for all parties.  It is always great to witness the continuous high demand for excellent quality industrial units.”

For more information on this deal or to see how FHP can help you, please contact Ketlin Maeorg on 07929 673 232 / ketlin@fhp.co.uk.