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Keep your fingers firmly on the pulse of the UK commercial property industry with up-to-date news and views relevant to your business. We’ll also cover key aspects of business support from the UK government, as well as in-depth location guides of the towns and cities where our high-value, low-cost business space is situated.

  1. The benefits of freight and storage space for logistics businesses

    The benefits of freight and storage space for logistics businesses

    If your business relies on the shipping or transportation of goods nationwide or beyond, having your own storage facility could make life a whole lot easier. Instead of relying on drop shipping or using someone else’s storage space, there’s nothing better than being in control of your own destiny. Logistics is the name of the game. Without rock-solid logistics and...
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  2. All you need to know about loading bays

    All you need to know about loading bays

    Are you a business start-up wondering whether you need storage or warehouse space for goods? Or perhaps you are an established company looking to import and export for the first time? Loading bays play a crucial role in the supply chain and the ongoing supply and transportation of goods at a regional, national and continental level. When browsing our available...
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  3. The key to a trade counter that works for you and your customers

    The key to a trade counter that works for you and your customers

    When it comes to running a fully functioning trade counter, the number-one priority is to get your customers exactly what they are looking for as quickly as possible. A good wholesaler or distributor is someone that can make their shop front look like an organised, tranquil environment, while the behind-the-scenes work of replenishing and organising stock goes on behind closed...
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  4. How much floor space does my business need per person?

    How much floor space does my business need per person?

    Are you in the process of planning your first commercial premises as a fledgling start-up business? As a new entrepreneur, it can sometimes feel as if you’re putting your finger in the air and hoping that you are making the right decisions based on gut feel and instinct rather than cool calculations.   When it comes to selecting a suitable...
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  5. What to look out for in a commercial property survey

    What to look out for in a commercial property survey

    If you are thinking of buying your very own commercial premises outright, a property survey will be a vital investment before signing on the dotted line. First and foremost, it’s important to differentiate between a property survey and a property valuation. A valuation will determine a market value for the workspace, based on its structural condition, but it won’t dig...
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  6. 7 questions to ask before signing a commercial property lease

    7 questions to ask before signing a commercial property lease

    If you are a new or growing business, you will appreciate the importance of committing to a new commercial property lease. It’s an agreement that ties you to a premises for a defined period, so it’s vital that you make sure you choose the right workspace for you, your employees and your clients. As an owner-manager of 5.5 million square...
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  7. How to change commercial use class on a property

    How to change commercial use class on a property

    You might not be aware that certain commercial properties have specific use classes, as determined by the Town and Country Planning Order 1987. This outlines what a specific premise may be legally used for. Planning permission is typically required from your local council’s Local Planning Authority (LPA) department if you wish to submit a ‘change of use’ application. Planning permissions...
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Our Property
Types

Industrial

Industrial units to suit every need in many of the UK’s thriving commercial hubs.

Retail

Hand-picked retail units with great amenities in areas boasting significant footfall.

Office

Bright and spacious office space, ideal for fostering collaboration and innovation.

Studio

Creative studios in characterful buildings, designed to inspire.

Yard

Highly secure yards with hard standing and direct links to key motorways.

Workshop

Fully serviced workshops, ideal for hands-on businesses and individuals.

Residential

Desirable rental properties for hard-working families and professionals alike.

Trade

Versatile units, ready to go as customer-facing trade counters from day one.

Land

Blank canvas open land for large and small businesses.