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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. Survey Results: 'HS2 will be out of date by the time it is built'

    Survey Results: 'HS2 will be out of date by the time it is built'

    A recent Pall Mall Estates survey of business owners and managers in and around the Birmingham area found a broad spectrum of opinions regarding the impending arrival of HS2 to the West Midlands. The new high-speed rail link, which will offer faster connections between Birmingham and London and the north of England, came under fire from some sections of the...
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  2. Short Term Leases in London - The Benefits Explained

    Short Term Leases in London - The Benefits Explained

    Recently, we have made 3 of our London premises available to clients on a short term basis, which gives businesses the chance to test these locations out, and see whether they are a good fit for their company's needs. All of the properties are within a few miles of Central London, and provide affordable and convenient bases in the capital...
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  3. Positivity among Birmingham's business community as Second City gears up for HS2

    Positivity among Birmingham's business community as Second City gears up for HS2

    A recent Pall Mall Estates survey of business owners and managers in and around Birmingham found that almost three-quarters (71%) anticipated their respective companies to grow in line with the UK average or experience above average growth in the next five years. The study, which was carried out to determine the views of the Second City’s business community ahead of...
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  4. HS2 - The Benefits Explained

    HS2 - The Benefits Explained

    As the largest infrastructure scheme in Europe, HS2 was never going to please everybody. With any construction project on this scale, there will be a vast amount of opposition from environmental protestors, concerned about the effect on the UK's wildlife. Residents are also bound to be angry, with compulsory purchase orders and disruption to their lives. However, when HS2 is...
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  5. UK Manufacturing Growth in 2017

    UK Manufacturing Growth in 2017

    During the last few months, the UK has seen a surge in industrial production growth, with rises of double the rates that were predicted. This is largely due to the manufacturing sector performing ahead of expectations, and at Pall Mall Estates we have noticed a knock-on effect as demand for factory premises also increased. In this article, we discuss the...
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  6. Hatton Garden - Great Value in Central London

    Hatton Garden - Great Value in Central London

    For many London based companies, the rise in business rates is forcing them to relocate or resize in order to maintain a presence in the capital. This most often means downsizing to a less costly, but less convenient area. At Pall Mall Estates, we try to give businesses the best of both worlds, with properties in good neighbourhoods that enjoy...
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  7. Why Birmingham Is The Place To Do Business

    Why Birmingham Is The Place To Do Business

    During the last few years, Birmingham has been emerging as the leader of the UK's regional cities, and has recently been announced as the fastest improving city in Britain. In comparison with London, it is a much more affordable place to live and work, while its central location is perfect for business meetings in the capital or Manchester and Leeds...
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  8. Southwark Workspace - The Next Big Thing?

    Southwark Workspace - The Next Big Thing?

    Location can be a crucial factor in the success or demise of a business. Indeed, having a base in a vibrant area can inspire creativity and help to create the 'brand' and ethos of a company. City regeneration areas often present an affordable opportunity within an otherwise expensive locality, and Southwark is no exception. Could it be London's next big...
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  9. Why Ignoring Technological Advances Can Ruin A Business

    Why Ignoring Technological Advances Can Ruin A Business

    Keeping pace with new and emerging technology is vital for a company to succeed. Indeed, failure to do so can have a dramatic and even fatal effect on a businesses future - ignoring modern advances has seen some huge retailers forced into bankruptcy. Does anybody remember Borders? They were an international book retailer that made a series of ill-judged mistakes...
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  10. Just In - Quality Warehouse Premises In Sussex!

    Just In - Quality Warehouse Premises In Sussex!

    Ideally located as a quick distribution facility for the South of England, 25 International Park ticks all the right boxes for a business needing a quality warehouse building. Having previously been used by the renowned Parcelforce fleet, it is situated in Crawley, West Sussex - and the site is arguably one of the best connected in the UK! Location Situated...
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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.