Planetary Road, Wolverhampton
- Purchase Date
- May 2021
- Purchase Price
- £12.1m
- NIY
- 6.0%
- Property Company
- Opus Land
- Features
- 2.95-acre site
- Pre-let to Cadent Gas Ltd for a term of 20 years
- 25,000 sq ft office building and 5,300 sq ft warehouse
- Purchase Rationale
- Five yearly RPI rental uplifts
- Pre-let to institutional grade tenant upon acquisition
- Long lease length
- ESG
- BREEAM Excellent rating
- Utilises renewable and energy-saving technology
- EPC A rating
- Solar Panels
- Rainwater harvester for toilet flushing
- 10% of car parking spaces have EV charging points
- Location
-
- Planetary Road, Wolverhampton, WV11 3DS
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Packaged Living and Invesco Real Estate’s BTR scheme reaches Practical Completion
Packaged Living, a leading pan-UK BTR developer and operator, and Invesco Real Estate, the global real estate investment manager, are delighted to announce that Milton Keynes’ newest purpose-built BTR development,
Fiera Real Estate UK and Danescroft complete the sale of 4.8-acre site in Bracknell
Following the granting of planning permission for 50 new homes and a 68-bed care home earlier this year, Fiera Real Estate UK and Operating Partner, Danescroft, are pleased to announce
Planning achieved for Newcastle’s largest build-to-rent scheme
This week, following a planning application from Packaged Living, Newcastle City Council approved plans for a 289-unit residential scheme on Newcastle’s Quayside. The impressive new development will sit on a
The great ‘hotelification’ drive
Originally published by Property Week. In many city centre workplaces, these sorts of facilities aren’t unusual. But what about a coffee shop, a panoramic roof terrace or even a spa?
Fiera Real Estate’s Ekiden Fundraiser for Grace Academy raises over £54,000
We are dedicated to giving back to the communities in which we live, work and invest, to create a positive long-lasting impact. Since the start of 2021, we have raised
Packaged Living and Buccleuch acquire prime site in Basingstoke for the town’s first BTR scheme
One of our Operating Partners, Packaged Living has partnered with Buccleuch Property are pleased to announce the acquisition of View Point in Basingstoke. View Point comprises a 59,000 sq ft
Fiera Real Estate UK raises £54,000 for Grace Academy
We are dedicated to giving back to the communities in which we live, work and invest, to create a positive long-lasting impact. Since the start of 2021, we have raised
Packaged Living welcomes a new member to the team
After a period of huge growth across the business, one of our Operating Partners, Packaged Living, has welcomed their newest recruit – Hope Harrison. Hope has joined the Firm’s Development
Ray Palmer Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Fiera Real Estate UK’s Chairman, Ray Palmer has been awarded with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Props Awards 2022. Ray was awarded in recognition of his significant impact on
Packaged Living celebrate triple shortlisting at the RESI Awards
Tonight (Wednesday 11th May) our Operating Partner, Packaged Living, will be joining the other RESI Awards finalists to celebrate their three shortlistings. The first shortlisting is alongside Fiera Real Estate
Logistics focus powers growth of Fiera fund after long-income switch
Originally posted by REACT News, written by Guy Montague Jones. Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund transitioned from a core mandate in early 2020. Implementing a change of strategy just
Opus North and Fiera Real Estate’s £10m redevelopment of flagship Leeds office building nears completion
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Opus North are pleased to announce the practical completion of their £10m redevelopment of 12 King Street, the landmark Leeds city centre office building.
Alex Price is taking part in UKREiiF’s Annual Conference
On Wednesday 18th May, Alex Price, CEO, UK, will be joining UKREiiF for their Annual Conference in Leeds. Alongside Bek Seeley (Lendlease), Graeme Culliton (BoKlok), Leigh Hughes (Bouygues Construction UK) and Sally
Angle Property agrees sale to Bellway Homes in Sunbury
One of our Operating Partners, Angle Property, leading London and South-East developer, has recently exchanged contracts with Bellway Homes to sell their 4.25-acre site in Hazelwood Drive, Sunbury-on-Thames, subject to
Fiera Real Estate UK appoints Kallum Marsden to the role of Associate Director
Fiera Real Estate UK is delighted to welcome Kallum Marsden to the team. Kallum joins the firm as Associate Director, responsible for assisting Ray Palmer, Chairman, and Steven Wright, Director,
How can ESG support Long Income Real Estate investment strategies
ESG has quickly made its way to the forefront of investor requirements, which poses a particular challenge to long income funds, given the structure of the leases and the fact
Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK’s pathway to Net Zero – 2035
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”), on behalf of the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (“FRELIF UK”), has today published its net zero carbon pathway which sets out
How 12 King Street is using technology to ensure tenant safety
12 King Street works to new standards because it has never been more important to ensure staff remain safe at work – and to help the planet. With a rise
Wrenbridge are set to rock the Cambridge office market
Originally published by Wrenbridge in April 2022. Wrenbridge, one of our Operating Partners, are one of the leading property companies in the UK, and, in recent years, have dominated the
Why net-zero targets can be better done fund-by-fund
Originally published by New Private Markets in April 2022. Most fund managers set blanket net-zero targets for their entire portfolios, but some like real estate manager Fiera are finding advantages
Fiera Real Estate Publishes Ambitious 2035 Net Zero Target for its UK Long Income Strategy
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce the publication of its net zero carbon pathway for its UK long income strategy. The pathway sets out the actions
FRELIF UK Net Zero Carbon Pathway Document
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”), on behalf of the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (“FRELIF UK”), has today published its net zero carbon pathway which sets out
Fiera Real Estate Publishes Ambitious 2035 Net Zero Target for its UK Long Income Fund
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”), on behalf of the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (“FRELIF UK”), has today published its net zero carbon pathway which sets out
Emma Cullen is taking part in Clear Path Analysis webinar
Tomorrow, Tuesday 26th April, Emma Cullen (COO, UK) is taking part in Clear Path Analysis’ webinar: ‘Clearing the technical debt of the past to future proof the investment industry’. The
Cadent’s premises at Prospero Ansty Park reaches huge milestone
Manse Opus is delighted to announce that the construction of Cadent’s new premises at Prospero Ansty Park has reached Practical Completion. Later this year, the Park’s newest occupiers will be
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge acquire a 2.4-acre site in Crawley for a £27m Grade A industrial scheme
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 2.4-acre site in Crawley consisting of five industrial units which total 56,117 sq.ft. The business
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge announce the sale of a 33,000 sq ft urban logistics unit in Park Royal
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge have completed the sale of a 33,000 sq.ft urban logistics unit in Park Royal, London’s prime industrial and logistics location. The property
Frankie Demetriades set to join Carbon Intelligence webinar
Tomorrow (Tuesday 12th April), Frankie Demetriades is set to join Carbon Intelligence for their webinar: “How much will it actually cost to align your portfolio to net zero?”. The transition
Angle appoints new Development Director at a period of exciting growth for the business
Angle Property, the leading London and South-East based property developer and one of Fiera Real Estate UK’s Operating Partners, has kicked off Q2 2022 with a new team member. Andrew
Fiera Real Estate is a double finalist at the Property Awards
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK” or “the Firm”) is proud to announce that is has received two shortlisting’s at this year’s Property Awards. The first is for Property Fund
Manse Opus celebrate the Breaking Ground Ceremony of Prospero Ansty Park’s newest industrial scheme
The Breaking Ground Ceremony for Prospero Ansty Park’s newest industrial scheme, Apollo 69/6, took place last month. Site work will soon be underway to develop this exciting new scheme which,
Halo set to welcome its newest tenants
Last week, it was announced that Deloitte South West has signed a deal with Cubex to take a new lease for 22,500 sq ft (two floors) at Finzels Reach’s greenest
Fiera Real Estate and Opus Land acquire 50-acre site in Bristol for a c.£100m Grade A industrial scheme
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) and Opus Land are delighted to announce the acquisition of a 50-acre site in the South West’s premier logistics location. The site was purchased
Fiera Real Estate and Cubex purchase 4.2-acre site in Cardiff to develop a 67,000 sq ft Grade A logistics scheme
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Cubex are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 4.2-acre site located three miles east of Cardiff City Centre, close to J30 of the
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living donate the use of Southampton warehouse for Ukrainian aid
Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) have made available their 41,000 sq.ft Southampton building to the Polish Social Club, to aid its efforts in the humanitarian support of
Planning approved for Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate’s £200m regeneration scheme in Southampton
Following a planning application from Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate in December 2021, Southampton City Council approved the £200m mixed use development, Maritime Gateway, on the former Toys ‘R’
Fiera Real Estate UK acquires 67,000 sq ft brewery and distribution hub
Originally published by React News. Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is delighted to announce the acquisition of a brewery and distribution hub in Scotland, via a sale and lease
Fiera Real Estate UK’s recipe for success
At Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”), we have a business model with our very own secret sauce which ensures our success: our Operating Partner network. FRE UK has a
Fiera Real Estate launches Ekiden fundraiser on behalf of Grace Academy
Following the success of our charity campaign last year, the Fiera Real Estate’s Ekiden fundraiser is back! This year, we are fundraising for Grace Academy, a secondary school based in
Commercial real estate: long income investing in a net zero carbon world
It is estimated that real estate accounts for approximately 40% of global carbon emissions. As a result, when the UK government set a target of net zero carbon (“NZC”) by
How 12 King Street can contribute to your team’s health and wellbeing
Over the past few years, there has been a growing interest in wellbeing in the workplace and what this actually means for organisations and for their employees. While much of
Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund ESG Brochure
At Fiera Real Estate (“FRE”), we recognise the critical role we play in transitioning to a low carbon, more sustainable and equitable world. As stewards of our client’s capital, it
How can ESG support Long Income Real Estate investment strategies?
On Wednesday 27th April, Fiera Real Estate UK is hosting a webinar focused on ESG’s role in long income Real Estate. Jonathan Brasse (Senior Editor at PERE) will be quizzing
Ray Palmer to receive Lifetime Achievement Award
At this year’s PROPS Awards, Ray Palmer, Chairman of Fiera Real Estate UK, is to be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contribution to the industry. Ray
Planning application submitted to kick-start Seafield regeneration
One of our Operating Partners, Manse (Developer), and J. Smart & Co. (Contractors) PLC have jointly submitted a planning application for the delivery of an exciting residential development on the site
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living provide their 41,000 sq.ft Southampton building for Ukrainian aid efforts
Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) have made available their 41,000 sq.ft Southampton building to the Polish Social Club, to aid its efforts in the humanitarian support of
Fiera Real Estate UK acquires Thatcham warehouse headquarters for £10.9m
Fiera Real Estate UK is delighted to announce the acquisition of a warehouse asset in Thatcham for £10.9m at a 3% yield. The asset was acquired from Clearbell Property Partners
Opus North & Bridges secure planning for Harrogate Scheme. Green Light For Over 600,000 Sq Ft Sustainable Employment Development
One of our Operating Partners, Opus North along with Bridges Fund Management (“Bridges”) have secured planning permission from Harrogate Borough Council for the Harrogate 47 sustainable employment development, which will
FREOF V Closing Highlights
The Fiera Real Estate Opportunity Fund V (“FREOF V”) has reached its final close with £180m. FREOF V is the fifth and largest Fund in the Firm’s value add series
IPF: Pathways to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions in International Real Estate Investment
In November 2021, Global Head of ESG, Jessica Pilz, took part in IPF’s Net-Zero Carbon (NZC) webinar which covered the NZC frameworks for international real estate investment. IPF has recently
Fiera Real Estate ESG Report 2021
Over the past year we have experienced an evolution in the importance of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) issues, both by the business and wider society. Once perceived as a
Fiera Capital Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2021 Results
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Assets under management (“AUM”) of $188.3 billion as at December 31, 2021, an increase of $7.5 billion, or
Smarter and better connected: What WiredScore Platinum means for the Tenants of 12 King Street
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North’s office building, 12 King Street in Leeds is one of the highest performing office buildings in the country in terms of broadband and telecom
Emma Cullen is joining Clear Path Analysis for their Private Markets Investor Europe Summit
On Wednesday 30th March, COO, UK, Emma Cullen, will be joining Clear Path Analysis for their Private Markets Investor Europe Summit. Emma will be joined by Sara Benwell (Insurance Investor),
Fiera Real Estate UK closes fifth value add fund at £180m
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK” or the “Firm”) is pleased to announce that the Fiera Real Estate Opportunity Fund (“FREOF V”) has reached its final close with £180m. FREOF
12 King Street, Sky Lounge: Quality space worth shouting from the rooftops
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North’s landmark office building, 12 King Street is going to be known for its seventh floor Sky Lounge and Roof Garden, which promise to be
Webinar: How can ESG support Long Income Real Estate investment strategies?
When: Wednesday 27th April 2022 Where: Online, here What: Fiera Real Estate UK is hosting a webinar focused on ESG’s role in long income Real Estate, covering a variety of topics: What
Rupert Sheldon is taking part in IPF’s Introduction to Finance Workshop
On Wednesday 30th March, Fiera Real Estate UK’s Head of Core REIM, Rupert Sheldon, is taking part in IPF’s Introduction to Finance workshop. The face-to-face event is being held from
Packaged Living promotes Ed Owen to Investment Director
Packaged Living, the leading BTR developer and operator, is delighted to announce the promotion of Ed Owen to the role of Investment Director. Ed, who joined the team in April
Market commentary: A bright year ahead for UK property investors
Originally published by Property Week. Making predictions is hard and this year is no exception. Concerns around escalating geopolitical tensions and inflation loom large in the background, the latter driven
Interchange 26, an Opus North and Network Space Capital owned company, agrees forward funding deal at J26 M26
Interchange 26 LLP, a company owned by one of our Operating Partners, Opus North, has completed on a forward funding deal with 4th Industrial (UK) LP for up to 213,000
Introduction to Finance Workshop
What: IPF’s Introduction to Finance Workshop When: 30th March Where: Fladgate LLP, 16 Great Queen Street, London, UK, WC2B 5DG, here Who: Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM, is one of the
Institutional Private Market Investment Summit
What: Institutional Private Market Investment Summit When: 30th March Where: Park Plaza, Victoria, London, here Details: Emma Cullen is joining Clearpath Analysis for their Private Markets Summit, as part of
Sustainable Careers Week
What: Dukes Education Sustainable Careers Week When: 31st March Where: In-person Details: Frankie Demetriades is joining Dukes Education for their Sustainable Careers Week to discuss the ins and outs of starting
ALT / RESI Conference
What: SPACE+ ALT/RESI Conference When: Wednesday 27th April Where: The New White Loft, London N1, here Details: Emma Cullen, COO (UK), is joining SPACE+ for their ALT/RESI Conference as a Co-Host
Fiera Real Estate Appoints Global Head of ESG
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE”) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Pilz, to the newly created role of Global Head of ESG. Jess will now be leading the firm’s
Fiera Real Estate UK funds Kier Property retail scheme in Glasgow
Fiera Real Estate, on behalf of the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (“FRELIF”), has concluded a deal to forward commit on the acquisition of Kier Property’s Atlas retail
Manse Opus and Goldman Sachs Asset Management agree forward funding for Prospero Ansty Park’s newest industrial scheme
Two of our Operating Partners, Manse and Opus Land, are delighted to announce that a JV between Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Canmoor has agreed to forward fund the latest
Packaged Living & Hammerson’s plans are approved for new 300-unit scheme on the former Debenhams site in Leicester
One of our Operating Partners, Packaged Living alongside Hammerson are delighted to announce that their plans to redevelop the former Debenhams store at Highcross, St Peters Lane have been approved
Cubex kickstarts the year with the purchase of a 9.5-acre site in Monmouthshire with a GDV of £30m
Cubex are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 9.5-acre site in Magor, Monmouthshire, directly adjacent to the M4. The business plan is to obtain planning permission for and to
Fiera Real Estate UK Serves up Next Day Delivery for M&G in Peterborough
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce the sale of its 736,708 sq.ft prime distribution unit in Peterborough to M&G Investments. The asset was sold for £120m,
Cubex start 2022 with a new team member
Cubex Land, the leading south west-based property developer, has kicked off 2022 with a new team member. Tom Lewis has been appointed to the role of Development Manager and will
Jean-Guy Desjardins to Become Executive Chairman of the Board of Fiera Capital and Jean-Philippe Lemay Appointed Global President and Chief Executive Officer
Fiera Capital (“Fiera Capital” or the “Company”) (TSX: FSZ), a leading independent asset management firm, today announced that as part of its CEO succession plan, Mr. Jean-Guy Desjardins, founder of Fiera Capital,
Joe Downey becomes director and shareholder of Bristol-based property developer Cubex
Award-winning property developer Cubex has appointed Joe Downey as director. He has also bought into the business to become a shareholder. Joe Downey, who has a proven track record in
Fiera Real Estate expands its transactions team to kickstart 2022
Fiera Real Estate is delighted to announce the appointment of Nick Acutt to the role of Associate within the Transactions Team. Nick will assist with all aspects of deal origination,
Partnerships model will win out in the single-family market
Originally published by React News. Written by Jonathon Ivory, Managing Director of Packaged Living Homes. It is a well-trodden path. Having spent one’s young professional life enjoying the benefits of urban
Fiera Real Estate UK dials up data centre sale in Bracknell for £57m
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) together with SEDCO Capital is pleased to announce the sale of their 94,867 sq.ft data centre on Longshot Lane in Bracknell to Keppel DC
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living submit planning for £200m mixed use Maritime Gateway and International Maritime Promenade, Southampton
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living are pleased to announce that a planning application has been submitted for a new £200m mixed use development, Maritime Gateway opposite Southampton Central Railway
A Christmas message from Fiera Real Estate UK
Despite the disruption caused by Brexit and the pandemic, 2021 has been a very busy year at Fiera Real Estate. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you
Packaged Living Grows its Investment Team
Packaged Living, the pan-UK Build to Rent (“BTR”) developer and operator, is delighted to announce the appointment of Will Skuse as Investment Manager. Will joins the growing investment team and
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living close off 2021 with another prime centre purchase to develop a c.250-unit BtR scheme
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) and Packaged Living are pleased to announce the acquisition from Telereal Trillium of a 0.5-acre site at 35 Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth with a c.£70m
Fiera Real Estate grows its sustainability team to help implement its 2022 ESG strategy
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is delighted to announce the appointment of Frankie Demetriades to the role of Associate Director, ESG. As an Associate Director in our ESG
AREF Conference: Fund Operations of Tomorrow
Fiera Real Estate UK’s COO, Emma Cullen, recently joined AREF to discuss their latest report latest that shines a light on the operational side of our industry and provides an
Leeds’s ‘most energy-efficient’ refurbished office building tops out
Landmark office building 12 King Street has reached its highest point, with concrete poured on the 7th floor roof terrace, ahead of the building’s planned completion this winter. 12 King
Fiera Real Estate and Cubex purchase 12-acre site in Highbridge to develop a £25m Grade A logistics scheme
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Cubex are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 12-acre greenfield site adjacent to the M5 near Highbridge with a GDV of £25m. The
Fiera Real Estate ranked within IPE’s Top 150 Real Estate Investment Managers for the second year running
Fiera Real Estate is delighted to announce that it has achieved the 137th spot in IPE’s Top 150 Investment Managers 2021, which is ranked by each firm’s Assets Under Management.
Fiera Real Estate UK ESG Investment Update (EU)
At Fiera Real Estate UK, we believe that the built environment represents a major solution to achieving a 1.5° aligned world in a fair and just way. It is this
Fiera Real Estate UK ESG Investment Update (UK)
At Fiera Real Estate UK, we believe that the built environment represents a major solution to achieving a 1.5° aligned world in a fair and just way. It is this
Q+A: New suburban BTR partnership banks on green credentials
Written and published by Guy Montague-Jones at React News. As other institutional investors have piled into the UK’s build-to-rent market, Aviva Investors has stayed on the sidelines. But that is
Packaged Living & Aviva Investors partner to develop portfolio of affordable and energy-efficient family homes across the UK
Aviva Investors, the global asset management business of Aviva plc (‘Aviva’), announces it has partnered with one of our Operating Partners, Packaged Living (“the Partnership”), the specialist UK Build to
Planet Mark Finalist – Listed in Top Three
We are very proud to have been listed in the top three for Planet Mark’s Best Newcomer at the awards ceremony last week. The award was aimed at celebrating companies
PLSA Annual Conference: Liability Matching & DC Investing with UK Commercial Property
In October 2021, Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM, joined the PLSA Annual Conference for a lightening session on liability matching and DC investing in UK commercial property. As UK
Fiera Real Estate announces sale of the Very Group’s 11.5-acre award winning HQ office campus for over £38m
Fiera Real Estate is pleased to announce the sale of its 11.5-acre Skyways House site in Speke, Liverpool to Corum XL, a fund managed by Corum Asset Management. The asset
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge announce the forward funding agreement of two logistics assets to IM Properties for £34million
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge are pleased to announce the forward funding sale of two urban logistics schemes in Houghton Regis and Dartford to IM Properties for
Fiera Real Estate completes sale & leaseback of 98,000 sq.ft Loughborough facility for over £12million
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is please to announce the acquisition of a 98,868 sq.ft facility in Loughborough for over £12million, reflecting a net initial yield of 4.5%. The
Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK achieves the 2021 AREF Quality Mark
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK has been awarded the 2021 AREF Quality Mark. AREF has a
2021 GRESB Real Estate Results
2021 GRESB Real Estate Results for EMEA, held on Tuesday 19th October. Hosted by Carbon Intelligence, supported by AREF and Climate Action. Fiera Real Estate’s CEO, UK, Alex Price, and
12 King Street: A contemporary workplace with sustainability at its heart
Leeds is a city driven to lead the way in sustainability on the global stage. The city’s diverse initiatives, from the Travel Plan Network to the Leeds City Region Climate
Danescroft announce the acquisition of Cater Properties Limited
One of our Operating Partners, Danescroft, are delighted to announce the acquisition of Cater Properties Limited. The company owns the freehold interest in 51 acres of land in Sunbury upon
We’re hoping for some wins this award season
Since the beginning of 2021, FRE UK and its network of eight Operating Partners have been shortlisted for over 21 awards, and with Investment Week, Property Week and the RESI
Plans to turn former Eli Lilly HQ into warehouse revealed
One of our Operating Partners, Wrenbridge, are consulting on turning Lilly House, off Priestley Road in Rooksdown, into a new net carbon zero warehouse. The project, if approved by planners,
Fiera Real Estate is nominated as Best Newcomer for Planet Mark Awards
As we hit the peak of award season, Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE”) has secured yet another nomination. Planet Mark, a business that runs a sustainability certification for real estate
IPF: Net Zero Carbon Webinar
What: IPF Net Zero Carbon Webinar When: Wednesday 10th November @ 10:00 Where: Online Details: Jessica Pilz, Associate Director, ESG will be joining the panel to discuss the themes taken
The Role of Private Alternatives in Hedging Inflation
A Closer Look at Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Agriculture. Investors have given little thought to inflation until recently as it has remained largely in check even though the 2008 financial
Fund operations of tomorrow – How CFOs and COOs are investing for future success
Emma Cullen, Chief Operating Officer at Fiera Real Estate joined AREF, in partnership with Aztex Group to bring their latest research report which launched at their event at Bloomsbury Hotel
Wrenbridge’s team is getting bigger (again)
One of our Operating Partners, Wrenbridge has recently made three new staff appointments to cover their ever-growing portfolio of high quality, sustainable commercial assets, with a combined end value of
Webinar: Why and where to invest in UK Real Estate
Why and where to invest in UK real estate, does a post-Brexit UK make a compelling investment opportunity? Between climate change, the effect of new technology, Brexit and COVID-19, UK
The race to net zero just got a little faster
Jessica Pilz, ESG Associate Director, Fiera Real Estate UK If there was ever any doubt as to the devastating realities of our climate crisis, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s
HQ offices at Prospero Ansty Park: Cutting Edge Thinking
Prospero Ansty Park, brought to you by two of our Operating Partners, Manse and Opus Land, is an award winning 200 acre business park located six miles from Coventry city
Fiera Real Estate UK strategy achieves first place GRESB score in its peer group
Fiera Real Estate UK achieves GRESB Green Star status on all strategies with one receiving top score in its peer group, outperforming all other Northern European diversified, non-listed strategies. Fiera
Fiera Real Estate UK Fund achieves first place GRESB score in its peer group
Fiera Real Estate UK achieves GRESB Green Star status on all funds with FREOF IV receiving top score, outperforming all other Northern European diversified, non-listed funds. Fiera Real Estate UK
Fund Operations of Tomorrow: How CFOs and COOs are investing for future success
What: Fund Operations of Tomorrow: How CFOs and COOs are investing for future success When: Thursday 21st October 2021 8am-10:30am Where: The Bloomsbury Hotel, here Details: Emma Cullen, COO (UK), is
A look at the North West Build to Rent market: increasing supply in the UK’s second city
Written by Peter Rowe, Development Manager at Packaged Living. Originally published by Property Week in October 2021. Earlier this month, Manchester was named by Time Out as the third best city in the world,
Building back better
Originally published by EG in September 2021. Written by Alex Price, CEO, UK. Uncertainty has weighed on the UK since the EU referendum in 2016, compounded by the Covid-19 pandemic
Minty Brown named as a finalist for Investment Week’s Women in Investment Awards
Fiera Real Estate UK’s Head of Marketing, Minty Brown, has been named as a finalist for Investment Week’s Women in Investment Awards which aim to honour the inspiring achievements of
Packaged Living launches plans for Trade Street Gardens
Packaged Living, an experienced investor, developer and operator of privately rented homes has launched plans to develop approximately 331 high-quality, private homes to rent on Trade Street. As part of
Mind the gap – a UK Real Estate investment solution
Originally published by Investment Week in September 2021. Written by Alex Price, CEO, UK. Increased demand for Real Estate due to inflation hedge and 4%+ yield premium Increased demand in
Fiera Real Estate UK welcome a new team member
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is delighted to announce the appointment of Joshua Wearmouth as Investor Relations Assistant. Joshua joins the team from an Investment Relations Analyst role
Fiera Real Estate and Cubex achieve BREEAM Outstanding certification for Halo, set to be the greenest office building in the UK
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) is delighted to announce that Halo, its latest Bristol office development alongside Cubex has achieved BREEAM Outstanding accreditation for ‘Shell & Core’ and ‘Cat A
Fiera Real Estate UK accelerates journey towards decarbonisation
Written by Jessica Pilz, Associate Director of ESG at Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”). Over the past year, we have made tremendous strides with our ESG strategy, across both
Building Back Better
Disclaimer Fiera Real Estate UK Limited and Fiera Real Estate Investors UK Limited (“FRE UK”) has taken all reasonable care to ensure that the facts stated in this video are
Huge successes across the Fiera Real Estate UK Network
Despite the difficulties the sector has faced over the past year, the Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) network has had a huge amount of success. Since the beginning of
A new generation of operators calls for better standards in workspace
Originally published by Property Week in September 2021. Back in June, the ONS reported that 37% of operational businesses at the time expected their workforces to have returned to normal working
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft announce the sale of their 4.5-acre site in Binfield
Fiera Real Estate UK and Danescroft are pleased to announce the sale of their 4.5-acre site in Binfield to Taylor Wimpey. Danescroft acquired the site unconditionally in April 2019 on
Webinar: Why & where to invest in UK Real Estate, does a post-Brexit UK make a compelling investment opportunity?
What: Fiera Real Estate webinar discussing “why & where to invest in UK Real Estate, does a post-Brexit UK make a compelling investment opportunity?” When: Wednesday 20th October @ 2:30pm BST
A look at the industrial and logistics market
The UK logistics market is set to grow, driven by an uplift in online sales and increased demand for well-located, high-specified warehouse units. Over the last three years, alongside our
Jonathon Ivory set to join LD Events’ Alternative Residential Conference
On Tuesday 28th September, Jonathon Ivory, Managing Director of Packaged Living’s Single Family Housing platform, is joining LD Events for their Alternatives Residential Conference. With huge interest in emerging ‘Alternative’
Key milestone reached at Coopers Court in Finzels Reach
Originally published by Cubex Land. A key milestone has been reached on works to deliver 66 affordable homes at Coopers Court, part of the award-winning Finzels Reach mixed-use community. Coopers
Manse acquire a new site in Irvine
Manse LLP, a privately-owned property company based in Edinburgh, is pleased to announce their latest acquisition in Irvine, North Ayrshire, a town located south west of Glasgow with a population
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living secure forward funding agreement with CDL Hospitality Trusts for 352-Unit BTR scheme in Manchester with a GDV of over £73m
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Packaged Living are pleased to announce the forward funding of the 25 storey, 352-unit build-to-rent (“BTR”) scheme on Heyrod Street, Piccadilly East in Manchester
Final concrete pour complete at King Street
Last week, GMI Construction completed the final concrete pour on the 7th floor roof terrace at the landmark office redevelopment project in Leeds. This marks a turning point in the
Opus Land’s Managing Director, Richard Smith takes part in Trowers & Hamlin Podcast
Opus Land’s Managing Director, Richard Smith recently took part in Trowers & Hamlins penultimate podcast from their Birmingham 10-year series. In the podcast Richard speaks about the changing landscape of
Jess Pilz is joining GRI’s ESG event next month
On Wednesday 22nd September, Associate Director (ESG), Jess Pilz, is taking part in GRI’s ESG in Real Estate conference. Jess will be joined by Carl-Peter (MVPR Inc), Jenny Buck (Tesco
GRI Club: Net Zero Agenda – When will RE winners emerge?
What: GRI’s ESG in Real Estate Conference When: Wednesday 22nd September Where: Hyatt Churchill, London Details: Fiera Real Estate UK’s Associate Director (ESG), Jess Pilz, is taking part in GRI’s ESG
Prospero Ansty Park: construction update for Cadent’s new premises
Cadent’s new premises at Prospero Ansty Park, brought to you by two of our Operating Partners Manse LLP and Opus Land, is coming together nicely as McLaren get ever-closer to
Packaged Living celebrate the topping out of The Almere
One of our Operating Partners, Packaged Living, the leading BTR developer and operator, celebrated the topping out of The Almere with JV partner Invesco Real Estate (“Invesco”) as Winvic continue
Fiera Capital’s 2020 Responsible Investment Report
Fiera Capital has recently released their Responsible Investment Report showing how they have continued to develop their responsible investment solutions to help clients meet their own sustainability goals. Foreword by
Works have begun on the new Grade A office development in Wolverhampton
Groundworks are now underway to prepare for the construction of Cadent’s new office facility in Wolverhampton. The scheme is being developed by Opus Land and funded by the Fiera Real
Manse Opus and Cadent celebrate the topping out of Cadent’s new premises at Prospero Ansty Park
The construction of Cadent’s new 90,000 sq ft facility at Prospero Ansty Park hit a huge milestone last month as the key leaders involved in the project came together to
Fiera Capital Joins International Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative
Fiera Capital Corporation (“Fiera Capital” or the “Company”) (TSX: FSZ), a leading independent asset management firm, is pleased to announce that it has joined the Net Zero Asset Managers initiative
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft announce the sale of their Residential Land Partnership’s 5-acre site in Chichester for £6.55 million
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft are pleased to announce the sale of their Residential Land Partnership’s (“RLP”) 5-acre site adjacent to Shopwhyke Road in Chichester to Bellway Homes for £6.55m.
Q&A with React News: What happens when you sign a prelet on the eve of the pandemic?
Published by React News in August 2021. Osborne Clarke’s Tim Simmonds discusses the law firm’s move to Halo in Bristol with Cubex’s Peter Walford and Steve Wright from Fiera Real
Fiera Real Estate and Darin Partners acquires BMW flagship for over £9m on behalf of GCC investor
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”), Darin Partners and Bank of London and The Middle East (“BLME”) are delighted to announce the acquisition of a BMW flagship dealership in Nottingham for
Prospero Ansty Park
Award-winning Prospero Ansty Park, being developed by two of Fiera Real Estate’s Operating Partners, Manse LLP and Opus Land, offers business the perfect place to grow. Spanning 196 acres, the
Charity Begins at Home(working)
It would have been easy for the Fiera Real Estate (“FRE”) charity committee to have taken 2021 off, with COVID-19 being too much of an impediment to what we would
Fiera Real Estate UK achieves Platinum Payroll Giving Quality Mark
During Lockdown 2.0, Fiera Real Estate’s Charity Committee got together to work out how, even when we’re confined to the four walls of our home office, can we come together
Wrenbridge and Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing acquire 5-acre site in Waltham Cross
One of our Operating Partners, Wrenbridge, and a subsidiary of an affiliate advised by Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (“MSREI”) are pleased to announce their acquisition of a prime, 5-acre
UK Funds Review: What will be the outcome? How should managers prepare for the outcome, which may include LTAFs and PIFs?
UK Treasury’s Funds Review is expected to result in significant improvements to the onshore UK funds landscape. In 2021, the Long Term Asset Fund (LTAF) should be operational, and there
The Appeal of UK Core Long-Income Commercial Real Estate Investing: An Attractive Alternative to Traditional Liability Matching
The UK investor has few choices to deliver income that can meet their long-term needs. Despite having less liquidity, private markets, and more specifically real estate, might be the best
Fund Operator Summit, Europe 2021
What: Fund Operator Summit When: Wednesday 17th November @ 15:00 Where: Online, here Details: Emma Cullen, COO (UK), is joining Fund Operator for their European summit for the panel ‘how to
Angle Property completes sale of 66-bed carehome at Olney Park
Angle Property is pleased to announce the sale of part of their site at Olney Park. Following submission earlier this year, Angle Property has secured detailed planning consent for a
Core Commercial Real Estate Investing: Flattening the Depreciation Curve
Written by Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM, UK The principles of core real estate investing are simple: lease your property, collect your rents, watch the rent grow over time
Discover Prospero Ansty Park: A Home For Innovators
At the heart of the Midlands, the ‘growth engine’ of the UK, Prospero Ansty Park is a hub of knowledge, talent and innovation. The park’s capacity and an award-winning design
Fiera Real Estate UK’s digital transformation journey
Written by Emma Cullen, COO UK, Fiera Real Estate When I first started down our digital transformation path four years ago, I had no idea where it would lead. I
Emma Cullen, COO, is set to join Apex’s webinar on UK Funds Review.
Emma Cullen, COO, is set to join Apex’s webinar on UK Funds Review. On Wednesday 7th July, Emma will be taking part in a panel discussion to explore the prospective
Driving Green Investment Keynote: How can the Real Estate Sector Achieve Net Zero Carbon?
Originally published by Real Estate Live. Our Associate Director, ESG, Jessica Pilz, recently joined Real Estate Live to discuss What support the sector will need to drive its green agenda
Prospero Ansty: Where People Take Pride of Place
By delivering inspiring, award-winning design, Prospero Ansty Park provides best-in-class spaces where businesses and their people can reach their full potential. Surrounded by extensive green landscaping and open-air facilities, the
Angle Property completes second acquisition for the Angle Opportunity Fund with 7.5-acre site in Nether Heyford
Angle Property is pleased to announce the acquisition of a 7.5-acre site in Nether Heyford comprising a 93,000 sq.ft. B8 industrial building formerly used as a distribution centre by Wickes.
Creating Alpha returns through specialism
Written by Steven Wright, Director. The ability to deliver Alpha-style returns in real estate requires knowledgeable people with specialist skills. Whilst Beta can be delivered through the acquisition of standing
Peter Walford: ESG used to be a ‘tick in the box’, now it’s a mindset
Written by Peter Walford, Managing Director at Cubex. Interest in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles is by no means new, but it has certainly accelerated significantly over the last
UK Real Estate Market Commentary – June 2021
Published by CoStar in June 2021. Uncertainty has weighed on the UK since the EU referendum in 2016, compounded by a poor response to COVID-19 in 2020, creating conditions where
PLSA Annual Conference: Core Income Session
What: PLSA Annual Conference When: Thursday 14th October Where: Online, here Details: Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM, is running a session at this year’s PLSA Annual Conference discussing the benefits
Driving Green Investment: How can the Real Estate sector achieve net zero carbon?
What: Webinar When: Wednesday 16th June @ 09:30 Where: Online, here Details: Jessica Pilz, Associate Director, ESG, UK, is set to join Real Estate Live for their Driving Green Investment
Jessica Pilz is set to join Real Estate Live’s green investment webinar
Next week Jessica Pilz, Associate Director ESG UK, is joining Real Estate Live for their Driving Green Investment Keynote: How can the Real Estate Sector Achieve Net Zero Carbon? webinar.
Planet Mark Accreditation – Fiera Real Estate UK’s Carbon Footprint
Fiera Real Estate has achieved the Planet Mark Year 2020 Business Certification. The firm announced that it had partnered with Planet Mark earlier this year to better understand the business’s
Fiera Real Estate UK ESG Brochure
Climate change represents one of the greatest challenges of our time. In 2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned us that to meet the ambitions laid out in
Fiera Real Estate celebates World Environment Day
Written by Jessica Pilz, Associate Director, ESG, UK On Saturday, we celebrated World Environment Day. For many, these days of recognition pass by with little to no awareness that they
Fiera Real Estate and Opus Land acquire 2.95 acre site to develop 25,000 sq.ft ESG Exemplar Grade A scheme in Wolverhampton
Opus Land and Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) are delighted to announce the acquisition of a 2.95 acre site on Planetary Road in Wolverhampton to construct an ESG exemplar Grade
Fiera Real Estate UK achieves Planet Mark 2020 Accreditation in a substantial step forward in the firm’s pathway to net zero carbon
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) is proud to announce that the firm has achieved the Planet Mark Year 2020 Business Certification. The firm announced that it had partnered with Planet
Emerging real estate strategies post-pandemic webinar
On 19th May, Head of Core REIM, Rupert Sheldon, joined PlaceTech for their Emerging Real Estate Strategies Post-Pandemic webinar which covered the capabilities of landlords, and the expectations of occupiers,
Manse Opus to develop purpose built £50m scheme for Kite Packaging at Prospero Ansty Park
Manse Opus are to develop a state of the art new Headquarters for Kite Packaging, in a brand new purpose built scheme that will see an investment of up to
Marcus Sperber Appointed to the Board of Fiera Real Estate Investments Limited as Independent Director
Fiera Real Estate Investments Limited (‘’FRE’’) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcus Sperber to the Board as Independent Director. Mr. Sperber left the role of Managing Director and
85% of tenants now signed up to Fiera Real Estate UK’s Tenant Utility Data Project in another step forward on its pathway to net zero carbon
Collecting sustainability data from tenants, particularly on assets where the landlord has limited to no control, remains a challenge for landlords. In an effort to close this data gap and
Alex Price is taking part in EG’s Future of Work – Digital Transformation event
On Thursday 27th May, Alex Price (CEO, UK) is joining Estates Gazette for their Future of Work – Digital Transformation webinar. The webinar will tackle questions, such as: what is
The evolution of ESG within UK commercial real estate
Jess Pilz, Associate Director, ESG, UK Originally posted in the FT, May 2021: https://www.ftadviser.com/investments/2021/05/17/we-shouldn-t-make-excuses-for-delaying-action-on-esg/ There was a time when I believed that ESG issues may never be given the focus they
Rupert Sheldon is joining PlaceTech’s emerging real estate strategies post-pandemic
Tomorrow morning, Fiera Real Estate’s Head of Core REIM UK, Rupert Sheldon, is joining PlaceTech for their webinar on ’emerging real estate strategies post-pandemic’. Rupert will be joined by other
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living purchase 4.8-acre site in Southampton to develop a large mixed-use scheme boasting build to rent, office and hotel uses
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Packaged Living are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 4.8-acre site at Station Square, Southampton with a £200m masterplan GDV. Packaged Living is
Fiera Real Estate’s COVID-19 campaign raises £22,000 to provide therapy sessions to NHS carers
The impact of COVID-19 on NHS workers has been profound. Our NHS workers face an enormous amount of pressure at work every day and this has had a direct impact
Discover Prospero Ansty: A prime location for market leading businesses
With a strong industrial heritage, Coventry and the wider region is home to many ambitious and successful businesses, from manufacturing and innovation to research and development. Set in a prime
Sustainability at Fiera Real Estate UK
Fiera Real Estate’s UK division recognises the importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors and acknowledges that embracing principles of ESG and responsible investment also helps position the firm
EG Event – The Future of Work – Digital Transformation
Release date – 27th May Time: 10.00am Alex Price, CEO of Fiera Real Estate UK will be joining EG’s panel to discuss why investing in technology infrastructure is crucial to
Wrenbridge receive green light for major office redevelopment in Cambridge
Wrenbridge, on behalf of M&G Real Estate, has secured planning approval for the major redevelopment of the Lockton House site – a 70,000 sq. ft. commercial scheme at Brooklands Avenue /
REACT News Q&A: Fiera Real Estate’s logistics team are not here to land bank
Chris Button, Head of Value Add REIM, and Sam Fleming, Associate Director, spoke with Charlie Schouten at REACT News for a Q&A on logistics demand. Fiera’s £250m Real Estate Opportunity
Fiera Real Estate and Opus Land to develop 25,000 sq.ft ESG Exemplar Grade A scheme on Planetary Road in Wolverhampton
Opus Land and Fiera Real Estate UK are delighted to announce their latest deal, a 2.95 acre site on Planetary Road in Wolverhampton to construct an ESG exemplar Grade A
Wrenbridge expands development team to cover growing portfolio
Wrenbridge are delighted to announce the appointment of Harry Gibson to the role of Associate Director. Harry’s role will be focused around sourcing and managing a variety of commercial projects
Angle Property & Fiera Real Estate sell 11-acre consented site in Thame for over £17million
Angle Property and Fiera Real Estate are pleased to announce that they have sold their 11-acre site at Howland Road in Thame, Oxfordshire to Bellway Homes and CareUK for a
Manse Opus secures planning for over 1,700,000 sq.ft of development at Prospero Ansty, Coventry
Manse Opus is delighted to announce that its masterplan planning application for an additional 1,700,000 sq.ft of commercial use at Prospero Ansty, Coventry (“The Park”) has received unanimous approval at
Angle Property celebrates 10 years in business
One of our Operating Partners, Angle Property, is delighted to be celebrating its 10th year in business. Privately owned and formed in 2011 with the backing of Fiera Real Estate
Opus Land to develop 4-acre scheme as part of the new Community Development Project on Gallows Hill in Warwick
Opus Land is delighted to have completed the purchase and onward sale to Rybrook BMW of a prime 4-acre site on Gallows Hill, in a move which will make way
UK Commercial Real Estate: High Yield Needn’t Mean High Risk
Rupert Sheldon, Head of CORE REIM at Fiera Real Estate UK High yield equals high risk. This is a key tenet of investment theory drummed into us all at an
Teaching tomorrow’s generation
Last week, Packaged Living’s Development Manager, Peter Rowe, supported an initiative called Regeneration Brainery, which is all about inspiring more school leavers and undergraduates to become interested in property and
UK Real Estate: an investment opportunity
UK Real Estate: The Opportunity in 2021 FOREWORD by Alex Price, CEO – Fiera Real Estate UK March 2021 On the anniversary of the first UK COVID-19 lockdown, we are
Fiera Comox: Why you need to allocate to Global Agriculture in your Alternatives Portfolio
What: Webinar When: Wednesday 21st April @ 2pm To sign up; Click here Details: Matthew Corbett, Partner at Fiera Comox will share a more than a decade worth of insights
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge acquire 5 acre site and submit planning for new 100,000 sq.ft Grade A warehouse development
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge in partnership with Henry Davidson Developments are pleased to announce the acquisition of a 5 acre site in the employment area of Houghton
Fiera Real Estate launch a COVID-19 fundraiser
The impact of coronavirus on NHS workers has been profound. From a recent survey, nearly half of medics working in intensive care are experiencing symptoms of PTSD, severe depression or
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge acquire 8.5 acre site from Countryside Properties to develop £50million logistics scheme
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge are pleased to announce the acquisition of a new 8.5 acre logistics site in Bishop’s Stortford to develop a new Grade A £50m
Fiera Real Estate partners with Planet Mark
Fiera Real Estate UK is delighted to have partnered with Planet Mark, to better understand the business’s carbon footprint and social impact value. We recognise the role we, and our
Fiera Real Estate UK’s COVID-19 Fundraiser
Fiera Real Estate UK is launching an Ekiden Relay Race COVID-19 Fundraiser to raise money for Duty to Care, a charity who provide wellbeing/mental health support via online consultation for
Hydrock: In Tune with the Climate Agenda – What Developers Need to Do
What: Webinar When: Tuesday 30th March @ 11am Where: Online, here Details: Emma Cullen, Fiera Real Estate UK’s COO, is set to join Hydrock’s webinar on Climate Resilience for Developers.
Emma Cullen joins Climate Resilience for Developers webinar
Emma Cullen, COO, is set to join Hydrock’s webinar on Climate Resilience for Developers. On Tuesday 30th March, Emma will be taking part in a panel discussion to lay out
Real estate digitisation from the inside-out
David Bender, Associate Director, Digital, discusses Fiera Real Estate’s journey to becoming a truly digital business. Practical lessons from our real estate investment firm’s digital transformation journey — from doubt
Packaged Living and Hammerson submit plans to transform former Debenhams store into new homes for rent
The plans, which have been submitted to Leicester City Council, were developed in association with private-rented-sector specialist Packaged Living Hammerson, owner and manager of the flagship destination Highcross, has submitted
Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK receives accreditation as a Living Wage Employer
Fiera Real Estate UK (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (“FRELIF UK”) has been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. The
LandAid’s SleepOut was a huge success
Fiera Real Estate was delighted to be a regional sponsor for the LandAid SleepOut and enter a team for the second year running, to help raise money to end youth
Observations on the effects of COVID-19 on the Midlands Property Market
Tom Edgar, Development Director at one of our Operating Partners, Opus Land, has written a piece on his observations of the effects of COVID-19 on the property market in the
Only 5 apartments remain available at Hertfordshire House
The newly built Hertfordshire House in St Albans only has 5 apartments available! Developed by Angle Property, Hertfordshire House brings new high specification apartments to St Albans. Each of the
Why UK Real Estate Whitepaper
On the anniversary of the first UK COVID-19 lockdown, we are reminded of Karl Marx’s quote that “there are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen.”
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge acquire new 40,000 sq.ft logistics site in Dartford to develop £12m scheme
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Wrenbridge are pleased to announce the purchase of a new site in Burnham Road, north east of Dartford Town Centre to develop a 40,000
How can Real Estate help ‘plug the gap’ for DB Pension Schemes?
Patrick Freestone, Associate Director The COVID-19 pandemic will long be remembered for turning our world upside down and kickstarting dramatic change across all aspects of our everyday lives. It is
Creating placemaking which complements – not competes with – your surroundings
Written by Sarah Trahair-Williams, Associate Director at Cubex. 2020 was a year like no other, ‘unprecedented’ and ‘next slide please’ became catchphrases we all probably wish we didn’t have to
Driving operational change from home: people first
The pandemic and the last year working from home has given all of us a new optic on life. The challenges have been numerous. I was used to the immediacy
Wrenbridge and Bridges to develop £45m key Stevenage employment site for industrial/logistics
Wrenbridge and Bridges Fund Management have acquired a strategic employment site on North Road, Stevenage to develop over 200,000 sq ft of logistics/industrial space. The JV Partners have purchased the
Jon Ivory to join Urban Living Lite Webinar
On Monday 1st March at 2pm, Jonathon Ivory is set to join the Investment strategies of the future panel at Urban Living’s Lite Series discussing the unique opportunities investors expect to
AREF welcomes Emma Cullen to the Management Committee
Fiera Real Estate UK are delighted to announce the new appointment to the AREF Management Committee, Emma Cullen, Chief Operating Officer. She replaces Adrian Benedict as Chair of the Corporate Governance Committee,
Angle Property completes first acquisition for the new Angle Opportunity Fund with 2.4 acre site in Bracknell
Angle Property is pleased to announce the first acquisition of 2021 for the Angle Opportunity Fund. The purchase of Brook House on Cain Road in the established Western Industrial area
Fiera Real Estate collects 96.1% since onset of pandemic and 96.5% of rents for December Quarter
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that it has achieved an effective rent collection rate of 96.5% 31 days post the December quarter-date and 96.1%
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living achieve planning on BTR scheme and new public square, Piccadilly East, Manchester
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living are pleased to announce that plans have been approved for 352 build-to-rent (“BTR”) homes and a new public square in Piccadilly East, Manchester. ‘The
The UK dual headwinds split investor opinion
Alex Price, CEO UK, recently spoke with Evelyn Lee of PERE to discuss the effects that COVID-19 and Brexit will have on investing in the UK real estate market. Originally
Packaged Living expands team again to cover growing portfolio
Packaged Living, the build-to-rent specialist, has appointed Peter Rowe as Development Manager. He has joined to lead a number of BTR developments as Packaged expands its portfolio, including The Castings,
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North sell Hillsborough Barracks
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North are delighted to announce the sale of their 86,000 sq ft mixed use shopping centre and office asset in Sheffield. The scheme was acquired
Fiera Real Estate ESG Report 2020
The events of the past year have led to unprecedented times that continue to change rapidly month to month. While it is unclear how long the COVID-19 pandemic will last,
LaSalle and Wrenbridge’s 120,000 sq ft industrial development is 85% pre-let ahead of PC
The joint venture between LaSalle and Wrenbridge has seen the Arc warehouse scheme in Aylesford, Kent being 85% pre-let. The 120,000 sq. ft. development comprises four industrial units and two
Making room for a changing landscape: UK real estate is a generational buying opportunity for investors
Originally published by Investment Week in January 2021. Social and economic impacts of the pandemic have forced us all to re-evaluate some long-held beliefs on how we live and interact
The Castings – New BTR development in Manchester
A new 352 home BTR development on Heyrod Street, Manchester being developed by Packaged Living and funded by Fiera Real Estate.
Cubex announces the promotion of Sarah Trahair-Williams to the position of Associate Director
Cubex are pleased to announce the promotion of Sarah Trahair-Williams to the position of Associate Director. Sarah’s role at Cubex is primarily on the delivery side, where she is currently
Opportunities in UK Real Estate
In this short video we outline the opportunities for UK real estate as a result of the radical change that’s happening from Brexit, Covid, climate change and the effects of
Cubex, Fiera Real Estate and Abri partner to deliver 66 affordable homes in central Bristol
Cubex, backed by Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) has exchanged contracts with housing provider Abri to deliver 66 affordable homes at Coopers Court as part of the wider award-winning Finzels
SleepOut for LandAid (at home)
Join us on Thursday 11th March, by Sleeping Out (at Home), to help prevent young people from sleeping on the streets, every night. If you’re lucky enough to have outside
Peter Walford named Managing Director of Cubex as they shift focus for 2021
Originally published by REACT News in January 2021. Cubex Land co-founder Peter Walford has been appointed managing director as the Fiera Real Estate-backed developer shifts its focus, React News can reveal. Walford
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living acquire Cardiff site to develop a new £65m BTR scheme which will bring c.300 homes to the city
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Packaged Living are pleased to announce the purchase of Suffolk House in Cardiff. The 0.9 acre site comprising a two-storey former office building is
Opus Land & Fiera Real Estate kick start 2021 with the sale of their 121,000 sq. ft Grade A warehouse development to London Metric for £18million
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Opus Land are pleased to announce the sale of their 121,715 sq.ft state-of-the-art prominent warehouse development at Seven Stars Road in Oldbury to London
Grainger acquires a 231-home forward fund build to rent scheme with Cubex & Fiera Real Estate in Bristol
Grainger plc, the UK’s largest listed residential landlord with 8,941 operational rental homes and a further 8,950 in its pipeline, has acquired a 231-home forward fund build to rent development
Xpanse, Oldbury
Xpanse 120, Oldbury is a 122,166 sq. ft. warehouse/industrial unit in the West Midlands. Leading property developer Opus Land, alongside funding partner Fiera Real Estate, acquired the rare site of
Celebrating one year as Fiera Real Estate
This time last year we were gearing up to launch our #NewYearNewMe campaign, rebranding from Palmer Capital, after 27 years in the industry, to become Fiera Real Estate UK –
Cubex Land expands team to kickstart 2021
Fiera Real Estate is pleased to announce that Joe Downey has joined its Operating Partner Cubex Land, the leading and award winning south-west based property developer to complement their existing
Gavin Bridge set to leave Cubex
Gavin Bridge, one of the founding directors of Bristol-based developer Cubex, is leaving the company after 16 years to set up his own independent urban regeneration business, focusing on sustainable
Fiera Real Estate UK has had a busy year
Despite the unprecedented circumstances that we have all found ourselves in, it has been a busy year at Fiera Real Estate. In January, after 27 years as Palmer Capital, we
Danescroft submit an EIA for Willingdon
Danescroft submitted an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) scoping opinion to Wealden District Council 18th December 2020. This EIA Scoping Report brings together the results of early consultations, site surveys and
A Christmas Message from Fiera Real Estate
Despite the unprecedented circumstances that we have all found ourselves in, it has been a busy year at Fiera Real Estate. We would like to take this opportunity to thank
Hammerson announce build-to-rent scheme for Leicester City Centre, in association with private-rented-sector specialist Packaged Living
Hammerson has today announced plans to bring forward a build-to-rent residential scheme at Highcross in Leicester’s city centre. Hammerson is working with private-rented-sector specialist Packaged Living to develop the plans
Fiera Real Estate’s long income fund pushes lease duration by successfully disposing of shorter leased assets totalling £25million
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce the completion of three asset disposals for its open ended core UK long income real estate fund (FRELIF UK)
Fiera Real Estate ranked within IPE’s Top 150 Real Estate Investment Managers 2020
Fiera Real Estate is pleased to announce that it has made it into the IPE Real Assets Top 150 Real Estate Investment Managers Index for the first time. This is
2020 Asia Summit
At this year’s Milken Institute 2020 Asia Summit event entitled “Reconnect and Reimagine”, we’re delighted to announce that Rob Petty, Co-CEO and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Fiera Capital (Asia), will
Private Alternatives Outlook 2021: The New Normal?
There are many words to describe financial markets in 2020, but “normal” certainly is not one of them. Equity markets the world over were rattled by the imminent slowdown in
Construction commences on Fiera’s landmark office redevelopment project in Leeds Central Business District
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) and Opus North are delighted to announce that construction has started on site at 12 King Street, having received planning permission for the premier Grade
Q+A: Fiera on “alpha” returns and building a Northern portfolio
Chris Button and Charles Allen caught up with Charlie Schouten of REACT News to discuss building a Northern portfolio. Originally published by REACT News in November 2020. Fiera’s £250m Real
Steels are underway for the new 90,000 sq ft office building at Prospero Ansty Park
Steelwork has now begun at Prospero Ansty Park for the new 90,000 sq ft office development on behalf of Cadent. This purpose-built scheme will provide Cadent with a new, high-spec
Fiera Capital reports third quarter 2020 results
Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) (“Fiera Capital” or the “Company” or the “Firm”), a leading independent asset management firm, today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30,
Fiera Real Estate concludes enabling of Aubrey Place, Milton Keynes regeneration
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE UK”) has sold its final land interest at Aubrey Place, in central Milton Keynes. The sale marks the end of its work to enable a major
Faulkner Browns’ Olympic-size ice rink, being project managed by Wrenbridge Sport, gets green light
Published by Building in November 2020. Faulkner Browns has won planning for London’s first Olympic-size twin-pad ice rink. The £30m facility will be built in the Lee Valley Regional Park
A generational buying opportunity for investors: How to create value in UK real estate
Between climate change, the effect of new technology, Brexit and COVID-19, UK Real Estate has never seen this scale of change in such a short period. Whilst this has created
Opus Land to develop 5-acre scheme as part of the new Community Stadium Project in Warwick
Fiera Real Estate’s Opus Land has exchanged contracts with Warwick District Council on a prime 5 acre site on Gallows Hill, in a move which will make way for the
Fiera Real Estate announces the sale of part of the Residential Land Partnership’s site at Rectory Farm for over £9 million
Fiera Real Estate & Angle Property are pleased to announce the sale of part of the Residential Land Partnership’s (“RLP”) site at Rectory Farm, Kings Langley for over £9 million
Key takeaways from Property Weeks’ Future-proofing assets post-covid 19 roundtable
Last month, our Associate Director – Digital, David Bender, joined Phil Clark (Aegon Asset Management), Neal Gemassmer (Yardi), Elisabeth Kohlbach (Skwire), Richard Starr (Palace Capital) and Simon Creasey (Property Week)
IPE Webinar: A generational buying opportunity for investors– how to create value in UK real estate
November 12, 2020 IPE Webinar: A generational buying opportunity for investors– how to create value in UK real estate To register for the webinar, click here Between climate change, the effect
Wrenbridge announce a 10 year extension of their joint venture at Browick Business Park
Wrenbridge are pleased to announce a 10 year extension of their joint venture at Browick Business Park to develop the remaining 57 acres into new warehouse led development offering up
Opus Land and Fiera Real Estate’s warehouse in Oldbury completes
Midlands-based construction contractor MCS Group has completed a £7.4 million contract to deliver a 122,166 sq. ft. warehouse/industrial unit in the West Midlands. Leading property developer Opus Land acquired the
UK Real Estate Market Update
The short-term economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis is clear, record beating volatility in GDP, looming job losses and unprecedented government spending: $10trillion and counting. Despite this, the property market
Danescroft Appoint Director Dominic Fryer to the role of Chief Executive
The fellow Directors and shareholders of Danescroft Land Limited are pleased to announce the appointment of Dominic Fryer to the role of Chief Executive. Dominic joined Danescroft in 2005 as
Wrenbridge Sport and Buccleuch Property submit planning for mixed use development in Scarborough Town Centre
Buccleuch Property (Scarborough) Limited have submitted a planning application for the long-awaited redevelopment of the former Argos unit at the junction of Newborough and Queen Street in Scarborough. The submission
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Fiera Real Estate Secures Easy Bathrooms at its Beck Retail Park Scheme
Fiera Real Estate, working jointly with Savills and Rees Denton, has secured a deal which will see Easy Bathrooms open a new store at Beck Retail Park in Wakefield. The
React News’ Q&A with Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate on their new single family housing platform
Jessica Middleton-Pugh of React News recently ran a Q&A with Packaged Living and Fiera Real Estate on their latest venture as investors ‘cry out’ for suburban BTR. The platform launching
Fiera Real Estate collects 93% of rents for September Quarter and 90% since onset of pandemic
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that its open ended Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK (FRELIF UK) has achieved an effective collection rate
Packaged Living launch new suburban single family housing rental platform
Packaged Living, the UK private rented sector specialist backed by Fiera Real Estate has announced the launch of a single family rental housing platform. Packaged Living’s single family housing platform
REACT News: Leeds provides a template for the future-proofed office
REACT News recently published an article which featured Fiera Real Estate and Opus North’s Kings Court office development in Leeds. Originally published by REACT News, 6th October 2020. Author: Eamon
Fiera Real Estate collects 94% since onset of pandemic and 93% of rents for September Quarter
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that it has achieved an effective rent collection rate of 93% seven days post the September quarter-date. This follows
Cadent agrees to take a purpose built 90,000 sq.ft. office building at Prospero Ansty, from Manse Opus
Cadent, owners of the largest gas distribution business in the UK, is set to relocate a number of functions currently located in Hinckley, Coventry and Leicester to a brand-new purpose
Director Josh Roberts set to leave Cubex
Josh Roberts, one of the founding directors of Bristol-based developer Cubex, has decided to step down from the business after 16 years. The company, launched in 2004 with the backing
Opus North and Fiera Real Estate receive green light for Leeds office redevelopment
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North are delighted to announce that full planning permission has been granted for the landmark redevelopment of Kings Court, Leeds. The property, which occupies a
IPE Webinar: A generational buying opportunity for investors– how to create value in UK real estate
IPE Webinar: A generational buying opportunity for investors– how to create value in UK real estate To register for the webinar, click here Between climate change, the effect of new technology,
Tours have now commenced at Xpanse 120, Oldbury
This week saw the first tours of Opus Land’s Oldbury development, funded by Fiera Real Estate. Opus Land offered agents the opportunity to visit the brand new, state of the
Fiera Real Estate join LandAid’s Steptober
This year, LandAid’s Steptober will run for two weeks between 1 – 15 October, with participants competing in teams of 4 against other professionals in our sector. Last year over
Marcus Sperber Appointed to Fiera Real Estate’s UK Board as Non-executive Director
Fiera Real Estate are delighted to announce the appointment of Marcus Sperber as Non-executive Director and member of the Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK Investment Committee. Marcus left
Gavin Bridge’s Lockdown Diary
Gavin Bridge, Director at Cubex Land, recently spoke to Estates Gazette about his daily routine during the work from home period, and how it’s meant that workers have to re-think
Legal & General and Wrenbridge secure planning consent for prime Cambridge industrial development
LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General), on behalf of its Managed Property Fund, and development partner Wrenbridge, announce that they have secured planning permission to transform a 107,000 sq ft
Guinness and Danescroft obtain planning for 321 homes in Bromley-by-Bow
The Guinness Partnership have secured planning permission for the third and final phase of their Imperial Street development which will provide a further 321 new homes. This final phase will
Fiera Real Estate & Wrenbridge announce the sale of their prime industrial scheme Hawkers Yard for over £14m to Mileway
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE”) and Wrenbridge are delighted to announce the sale of prime industrial scheme Hawkers Yard for over £14m to Mileway, the leading pan-European last mile logistics real
The EG Interview: Fiera’s Alex Price on a checklist of change for real estate
Covid-19. Brexit. Advances in technology. Climate change. The biggest challenges and opportunities that Alex Price sees ahead in the real estate markets all come back, in one way or another,
Angle Property’s St Albans site sees post-lockdown surge
A new collection of apartments in central St Albans have been proving popular with local buyers, with half the development now sold. The development, Hertfordshire House, has reported a post
Angle Property sell 6 apartments in August alone
The final two apartments are now under offer at Regent Place, the stylish new residential development in the heart of Amersham. Angle Property has sold 6 flats in August alone,
Fiera Capital reports second quarter 2020 results
MONTREAL, Aug. 14, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ – Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) (“Fiera Capital” or the “Company”), a leading independent asset management firm, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June
Gavin Bridge sets out the benefits of using social media in the property sector
Gavin Bridge, Director of Bristol-based Cubex Land has recently laid out some of his thoughts on the benefits of using social media in the property and construction sector. “Hello. Not
Wrenbridge has been shortlisted for Developer of the Year
Wrenbridge has been shortlisted for this year’s Developer of the Year title at the IAS Awards. Wrenbridge is one of the leading property companies in the UK, with both the
East Street Mews
If you haven’t already heard, East Street Mews is the ground-breaking initiative that will create 11 contemporary apartments to provide much-needed affordable housing for young homeless people in Bristol. The property
Spotlight interview with David Bender, Associate Director, Digital
As part of our ‘Spotlight’ series, we have been holding Q&A sessions with employees across the UK division to share their experience at Fiera, their views on the market and
Sophie Gunn is joining BE Networking’s webinar: Post Covid-19; The Future of Property & Development
At 1pm this afternoon, Packaged Living’s Development Manager, Sophie Gunn, will be joining Built Environment Networking’s event Post Covid-19; The Future of Property & Development. The conference will focus on
Value creation in a transitional market (EU)
Foreword by Chris Button, Head of UK Value Add REIM, Fiera Real Estate Leo Tolstoy wrote in War and Peace that “the two most powerful warriors are patience and time”.
Value creation in a transitional market (UK)
Foreword by Chris Button, Head of UK Value Add REIM, Fiera Real Estate Leo Tolstoy wrote in War and Peace that “the two most powerful warriors are patience and time”.
Angle Property exchange contracts on site in Olney
Our Operating Partner Angle Property has exchanged contracts to acquire a 11 acre mixed-use development site at Warrington Road in Olney, Buckinghamshire. The site has planning consent for a wide-range
Victoria Turnbull is joining BE NEtworking’s webinar: Future Development Plans – Logistics & Sheds
Victoria Turnbull, Joint Managing Director of Opus Land, is taking part in BE Networking’s webinar on Monday 3rd August focusing on development activity in large industrial and logistic hubs. Victoria
Angle Property granted planning at Olney
Angle Property are delighted to have been granted planning approval by the Planning Inspector for 48 C2 apartments and 10 bungalows following an appeal at their site at Lavendon Road,
Development plans for Headley Court approved unanimously by Councillors
Members of the Mole Valley District Council (MVDC) Development Management Committee have unanimously voted to approve plans by Angle Property to redevelop the western part of the Headley Court former
Angle Property sells final retail unit in Amersham
Angle Property has agreed to sell its last retail unit let to Fat Face Limited at its mixed-use Regent Place scheme in Amersham. The other sold units are let to
Wrenbridge and Buccleuch secure planning for prime South East warehouse development
Wrenbridge and Buccleuch Property have secured planning permission for Fuse, Wixams an 80,000 sq ft warehouse development on 4.5-acre at Wixams in Bedford. The development will create six Grade A
Value creation in a transitional market
Alex Price, CEO UK, and Chris Button, Head of Value Add REIM UK, discuss how to create value in the low returning world we find ourselves entering,post-Coronavirus and post-Brexit. Some
Fiera Real Estate is joining LandAid’s QuaranTEN
Every year, Fiera Real Estate gather a team for LandAid’s 10k park run, however this year’s event has a quarantine twist. LandAid have mixed it up so that people can
Wrenbridge and RPMI Railpen secure consent for major London warehouse development
Wrenbridge, the Cambridge-based property developers and RPMI Railpen (Railpen), the investment manager for the £30bn railways pension schemes, have achieved planning consent for a 128,000 sq ft warehouse development on
Packaged Living submit planning for new square and homes at Piccadilly East, Manchester
Packaged Living are pleased to have submitted a planning application for a major new public square and BTR homes at Heyrod Street, Piccadilly East, Manchester. The application proposes 352 new
Fiera Real Estate appoints new sustainability lead
Fiera Real Estate (“FRE”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Pilz, who will be leading the firms sustainability strategy in the UK. Jessica brings over 10 years’ experience
Fiera Real Estate and Wrenbridge agree forward funding of urban logistics scheme to Legal & General for over £23million
Wrenbridge and Fiera Real Estate have secured forward funding for their 139,288 sq ft urban logistics scheme in Basildon from LGIM Real Assets (Legal & General), on behalf of its
Fiera Real Estate bucks trend with 80% rent collection for June Quarter
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) is pleased to announce that its open ended Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund UK has achieved an effective collection rate of 80%
AREF/IPF Webinar: PIF Proposals Explained
Following the government’s announcement that they will ‘undertake a review of the UK’s funds regime during 2020’, AREF are now lobbying for a Professional Investor Fund (PIF) to address a
Emma Cullen is joining AREF and IPF’s Webinar: PIF Proposal Explained
Following the government’s announcement that they will ‘undertake a review of the UK’s funds regime during 2020’, AREF are now lobbying for a Professional Investor Fund (PIF) to address a
Fiera Real Estate welcomes Patrick Freestone to Value Add team
Fiera Real Estate UK Limited (“FRE UK”) are delighted to announce the appointment of Patrick Freestone as Associate Director. Patrick joins FRE UK from a Senior Investment Manager role at
The Fiera Real Estate network is stepping to help end youth homelessness
The Fiera Real Estate team and our property companies are working together (well…against each other) to help end youth homelessness. Throughout the month of June, our network has teamed up
Webinar: A generational buying opportunity – How to invest and succeed in UK real estate post COVID-19
Fiera Real Estate Investor Webinar : A Generational Buying Opportunity – How to invest and succeed in UK real estate post COVID-19 Presenters: Alex Price, Head of UK Real Estate and
Upcoming Webinar: How to invest and succeed in UK real estate post COVID-19
Presenters: Alex Price, Head of UK Real Estate and Chris Button, Head of UK Value AddDate/Time: Wednesday 8th July at 2.30pm – 3.00pm BST. Chris and Alex will be discussing
Halo, set to be one of UK’s greenest office buildings, forward funded for £70m
Fiera Real Estate and Cubex have forward funded their Halo office building to Tesco Pension Investment, for nearly £70 million. The innovative 116,000 sq ft, Grade A office is currently
Manse moves office to central Edinburgh location
Manse LLP, one of Fiera Real Estate UK’s operating partners based in Edinburgh, has recently announced their move to Alva Street, Edinburgh. Manse’s new office is centrally located in Edinburgh’s
Danescroft have received detailed planning permission for 88 dwellings for Chichester site
Danescroft, the London-based property developers known for delivering high quality residential and mixed-use developments across London and the South East, have obtained detailed planning permission through delegated powers for 88 dwellings
Steelworks are now complete at Xpanse 120, Oldbury
Works are progressing well at Xpanse 120, Oldbury with the steelworks now complete and roofing and cladding underway. The scheme is on target to deliver 121,175 sq ft of B2/B8
Opus Land announce John Griffiths will join their team
Opus Land has recently announced a senior addition to their team with the high-profile appointment of John Griffiths. John has most recently headed up the Midlands Development Team for Savills.
Steve Wright, Director at Fiera Real Estate discusses his views on how COVID-19 will shape the future of commercial real estate in the UK
It is true that in times of national emergency the greatest leaps in innovation are made. Usually this is in times of war, but COVID-19 has provided a further example
Opus Land’s Tamworth project has reached practical completion
Opus Land and Aberdeen Standard Investments project at Ace 135 Tamworth has reached Practical Completion. The scheme is situated in one of the Midlands premier distribution and warehousing locations, directly
Alex Price joined PERE’s UK Roundtable 2020
Participants: Stuart Wilson (PERE) Alex Price (Fiera Real Estate UK) Steven Cowins (Greenberg Traurig) Frank RoccoGrande (Deutsche Finance International) Colin Throssell (Nuveen Real Estate) Alex Price, CEO, took
Ed Ellerington is joining the Housing & Build to Rent Conference this afternoon
Ed Ellerington, Joint Managing Director of Packaged Living, will be joining the ‘Next Generation Housing Developers’ panel at BE Networking’s conference focusing on housing and build to rent. The full-day
Real engagement in a virtual world
By Mark Woodrow, Managing Director, Packaged Living. I should be stood awkwardly in a cold, dusty community centre, staring into a plastic cup of weak tea mixed with condensed milk.
Halo receives a WiredScore ‘Platinum’ rating
We are delighted to announce that Cubex and Fiera Real Estate’s latest project in Bristol has been awarded with WiredScore ‘Platinum’ rating, the highest level of certification available. The Grade
Halo achieves a WiredScore Platinum rating
We are delighted to announce that Cubex and Fiera Real Estate’s latest project in Bristol has been awarded with WiredScore ‘Platinum’ rating, the highest level of certification available. The Grade
Private real estate joins the fight against the coronavirus – a PERE article
As covid-19 continues to wreak havoc globally, a number of managers are doing their part to tackle the pandemic by donating vacant space to strained healthcare systems in countries around
Key takeaways from our Long Income Investing webinar
Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM UK, talks through the main takeaways from our webinar on Long Income Investing.
Sophie Gunn, Development Manager at Packaged Living, will be discussing planning, unlocking development & economic growth in the South
Sophie Gunn, Development Manager at Packaged Living, will be joining BE Networking next week for their ‘Planning – Unlocking Development & Economic Growth (South) webinar. The webinar will focus on
Mark Woodrow, Managing Director of Packaged Living, joined BE Networking for their Manchester’s future development plans webinar
On 22nd April, Mark Woodrow joined Pat Bartoli of Manchester City Council and Sally Morris-Smith of DAC Beachcroft to discuss the Future Development Plans of Manchester. The webinar focused on
In a volatile world is investing in index linked longer leases too good to be true?
Alex Price and Rupert Sheldon discuss Fiera Real Estate’s long income strategy and how it has been affected by COVID-19, paying particular attention to: The benefits of investing in real
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft announce the sale of the Residential Land Partnership’s site at Crawley with planning for 185 residential units
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft are pleased to announce the sale of the Residential Land Partnership’s (“RLP”) 13.8 acre site at Steers Lane, Crawley for over £16million to Bellway Homes.
The Times’ Best Places to Live – Angle Property
This weekend The Times listed its top pick of towns, villages, cities and suburbs across the UK. When making investment decisions, the location of our properties is of the upmost importance,
COVID-19 UK Real Estate Market Commentary
Markets around the world continue to experience disruption from COVID-19 and the subsequent economic fallout. The resultant human, economic and financial impacts are both significant and ongoing and perhaps not
Alex Price joined PERE to discuss What Tenant Defaults mean for Investment Performances
For most managers, tenant defaults during the covid-19 pandemic have been a reason to worry. This includes firms that have not faced significant challenges with collecting rent to date. Canadian
Packaged Living has launched a consultation for their plans in Manchester
Packaged Living, the experienced developer of privately rented homes and manager of communities, has launched a much-awaited consultation on their exciting plans for a new Square and homes to rent
Manse LLP concluded a deal for a new site in Edinburgh
Manse LLP have concluded a deal to buy a site on Seafield Road, Edinburgh, an area that has been identified for future housing in the Edinburgh City Council draft local
Fiera Real Estate – UK Real Estate Market Update
General Commentary Economic effect of COVID-19 has been felt globally since late February. $3.3tn estimated cost of global health and relief measures (i). The
Fiera Real Estate donates £40million former MoD facility to create 300-bed emergency NHS hospital
Fiera Real Estate (Fiera), alongside its development partner Angle Property (Angle), has made its Headley Court property available to the NHS to meet their current needs. The property, which is
Join Victoria Turnbull for Bisnow’s webinar on Finding Value in a Resilient Asset Class
Victoria Turnbull, Joint Managing Director of Opus Land, is joining Bisnow this afternoon for their webinar focusing on Finding Value in a Resilient Asset Class, and how the industrial sector
Mark Woodrow, Managing Director of Packaged Living, is joining the Future Development Plans of Manchester this morning
This morning from 10am, Mark Woodrow will be joining Pat Bartoli of Manchester City Council and Sally Morris-Smith of DAC Beachcroft to discuss the Future Development Plans of Manchester. The
Regent Place apartment sales continue!
Only 7 homes now remain available at Angle Property’s newly built, well specified development in the heart of Amersham. In the last week alone, 2 more apartments have been sold
Danescroft completes on its latest acquisition, a 4.8 acre site in Bracknell
Danescroft is pleased to announce the purchase of a 4.81 acre site on Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire. The site is located 1.5 miles west of the town centre, and is
A long weekend with Fiera Real Estate
In case you have not had time to think about the best way to spend the weekend with your family, we thought we would suggest some ideas! From embracing your creative
Angle Property and Fiera Real Estate sell the 23rd apartment at Regent Place, Amersham
After having completed in February 2019, the 23rd apartment has now been sold at the Regent Place development in Amersham. Regent Place is a collection of 36 brand new and
Packaged Living’s Development Manager lays out how to create successful and sustainable Build to Rent communities
Having trained and qualified as an Architect, I join the Packaged Living team with a passion to create well designed homes with people at the forefront. I appreciate the value
What changes can we expect in the way we work post-pandemic?
Among the many changes that COVID-19 has brought into the way we live; it has brought the need to adapt the way we work. All of the things that we
UK Real Estate market update
This note sets out Fiera Real Estate’s observations on the economic impact of Covid-19, specifically with regards to the UK commercial real estate markets. It is based on Fiera Real
Recession Risk Rising
The crisis in confidence stemming from COVID-19 has become increasingly self-fulfilling, which has brought into question our outlook for global growth as government efforts to contain the virus restricts economic
Future of Real Estate – Where to invest in real estate in 2020
Peter Cuthbert, President of Fiera Real Estate and Alex Price, CEO of Fiera Real Estate UK joined Damian Wild of EG to discuss the effects of Brexit and COVID-19 on
Planning submitted for Leeds offices
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North have submitted planning for their project at Kings Court, Leeds. The project will see a comprehensive refurbishment & remodel of the existing 47,000 sq
Planning submitted for Newcastle’s largest Build to Rent scheme
Packaged Living, the Pan-UK Build to Rent developer and operator are pleased to announce that their application has been submitted for 292 new homes at Newcastle Quayside. The proposed scheme,
Danescroft and Bridges Fund Management complete on a new deal
Danescroft and Bridges Fund Management have recently completed on the acquisition of Ashdown House. The site measures c.13 acres and is let predominantly to let to the Department for Work
Cubex’s Wellhead Building to become a cafe-bar
One of the historic buildings at Finzels Reach in Bristol has been bought by a local businessman; Cubex Land recently carefully restored the listed Wellhead building as part of their
Packaged Living receive two more award nominations
Packaged Living, the bespoke, Build to Rent developer and operator, has been nominated for a further two awards, this time for the RESI Awards. The news comes only weeks after
Fiera Real Estate COVID-19 update
Yesterday, due to the continued spread of COVID-19 the UK government implemented restricted travel and remote working measures. I wanted to make you aware that in view of the situation
Protected: The 2020 Budget: A real glance on the Affordable Homes Programme
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UK Commercial Real Estate & Coronavirus (COVID-19)
In an extremely erratic start to the week, global financial markets have been in full “risk-off” mode. Panic manifested itself throughout the marketplace in the wake of accelerating cases of
James Nicholson of Harlex Property is joining Cheshire & Warrington’s Delivering in Partnership panel
Managing Director of Harlex Property, James Nicholson, will be joining the Cheshire & Warrington ‘Delivering in Partnership’ panel discussion event today to discuss how the public and private sector are
Fiera Capital COVID-19 Preparedness
Fiera Capital focused on team health and leveraging a thorough, tested business continuity plan in preparation for potential COVID-19 impacts. Montreal, March 6, 2020 – Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ)
Borrowing in Brexit Britain
Five industry experts gauge the impact of the UK’s departure from the EU on the commercial real estate debt market. Stuart Watson reports: The experts include, Alex Price, Chief Executive
The top 5 flexible office space questions, answered!
Fiera Real Estate recently hosted a podcast, focused around flexible office space. Joining the discussion was Steven Wright, Director at Fiera Real Estate, Gavin Bridge, Executive Director at Cubex, Rupert
PERE Europe
Fiera Real Estate are sponsoring the PERE Europe Event on 17th-18th November. Charles Allen, Alex Price, Harry Rowe-Jones and Ciaran Henry will be attending the event at No.11 Cavendish Square
The Fiera Real Estate network is due to grow by 15%
With confidence and capital returning to the market, Fiera Real Estate is looking to expand its network by 15% in Q1 to meet the growing needs of the sector that
The top 5 most important things to consider when developing an industrial site – a Midlands focus
1) Demographics With many of the major logistics operators and manufacturing companies located within the Midlands, a skilled and experienced workforce is located here. The Midlands benefits from the following;
Congratulations to everyone that took part in the LandAid London SleepOut
Last night was a cold night outside for the 310 property professionals who braved a night sleeping out to prevent young homeless people from doing the same. LandAid’s first ever
Fiera Real Estate network receives 5 nominations at the Property Week Awards
Property Week have announced their shortlists this week and we are delighted to say that there have been five nominations across the Fiera Real Estate network. Fiera Real Estate, Packaged
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft achieve the first disposal for the Residential Land Partnership
Fiera Real Estate and Danescroft are pleased to announce the sale of their 5.3 acre site at Little Linford Lane, Newport Pagnell, to Paradigm Housing for over £6 million. Having
Industry Insights: The Changing Trends in Office Spaces – A Focus on Flexibility & Smart Buildings
Our latest podcast focuses on the changing trends in office space, where we discuss the increased demand for flexible workspace, creating physical space to meet demands, and monetising on this
Fiera Real Estate has been shortlisted for two Property Awards 2020
Fiera Real Estate are thrilled to be shortlisted for two awards at the upcoming Property Awards 2020. The first nomination is for the Deal of the Year with the sale
Get your blankets ready… Only one week to go until the LandAid SleepOut in London!
LandAid, the property industry charity, is calling on property professionals to brave one night outside to prevent young people from having to do the same. We are delighted to be
Turning a Viennetta into a Magnum!
Our recent sale of Colworth Science Park in Bedford followed five years of successful collaboration with Unilever at the ‘home of the Viennetta’. It was a collaboration that began with
Packaged Living expand their team
Packaged Living, the bespoke Build to Rent developer and operator, have taken on a new recruit following a very busy start to the year. Sophie Gunn has joined the team
Angle have submitted planning applications for over 200 units so far this year
It’s fair to say that Angle have had a very busy start to 2020! The team has submitted three new planning applications on previously developed sites in the green belt
Post-Brexit Opportunities in UK Real Estate
The UK’s reputation as a place of business has suffered in recent years, thanks to Brexit. But despite the gloomy headlines – and the gloomy weather – opportunity is returning
Post-Brexit Opportunities in Real Estate
The UK’s reputation as a place of business has suffered in recent years, thanks to Brexit. But despite the gloomy headlines – and the gloomy weather – opportunity is returning
Fiera Real Estate are attending MIPIM 2020!
Are you attending MIPIM this year? Look out for us! Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM and Charlie Allen, Head of Transactions are delighted to be attending. We are thrilled
Only 2 weeks to go until the LandAid London Sleepout
There are now just over 2 weeks to go until the LandAid London Sleepout at The Oval, which we are delighted to be sponsoring. LandAid, the property industry charity, are
Fiera Capital Corporation Establishes New European Headquarters in Queensberry House, Mayfair
Fiera Capital, a global independent multi-boutique asset management firm, with over USD $124 bn* under management, is pleased to announce the establishment of its new European Headquarters at Queensberry House,
Prospero Ansty opened its doors for a successful launch event!
On Tuesday 4th February Manse and Opus Land were delighted to welcome guests into the ‘once in a generation’ 2.3 million sq. ft Prospero Ansty site. With around 100 people
First deal signed for Halo, funded by Fiera Real Estate, is set to be one of the UK’s greenest office buildings
Cubex, funded by Fiera Real Estate, has secured a significant pre-let for Halo, its landmark green office building that will form the next phase of the award-winning Finzels Reach in
Opus Land are looking to expand their team
Opus Land is an extremely active real estate business with a successful track record of developing and investing in property across the UK over 20 years. The business is focused
Prospero, Ansty Launch
Manse Opus are developing one of the most significant new business parks in the UK and with a prime position east of Coventry, and the Park is already attracting multi-national
Fiera Capital’s Alternatives Conference: Tokyo
Location: Palace Hotel Tokyo, 1-1-1- Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 Details: Fiera Capital are hosting their inaugural Alternatives Conference in Tokyo with Mark Machin (President & CEO of Canada Pension Plan Investment
Fiera Capital’s Alternative Strategies Korea Investor Day
Location: Conrad Seoul, 10 Gukjegeumyung-ro, Yeoeuido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, South Korea Details: Fiera Capital are hosting their Alternative Strategies Korea Investor day in Seoul. For more information please contact Karoline Molberg.
Industry Insights by Fiera Real Estate Coming Soon
We have created a brand new series of podcasts called Industry Insights – the series will explore key themes from across the market with in depth analysis and commentary from
New development manager joins Bristol developer Cubex
Bristol developer Cubex has appointed a new member of the team as it looks ahead to new development opportunities. Sarah Trahair-Williams has joined Cubex as development manager, having worked for
Queensbury Capital are actively looking for opportunities in the market
Queensbury Capital invests in direct real estate and asset rich operating companies across London. As a London focused business, the company has an unparalleled understanding of the City and nuances
Future Returns: How to Invest in Global Infrastructure
Alina Osorio, President and CEO of Fiera Infrastructure speaks to Rob Csernyik at Barrons on how to invest in global infastructure. There’s a new interest and urgency in infrastructure investing
MIPIM 2020
Event: MIPIM Date: 9th – 12th March 2020 Location: Cannes, France Detail: Rupert Sheldon (Head of Core REIM – UK) and Charles Allen (Head of Transactions –
Wrenbridge are bringing a new hotel and urban park to Grafton after plans were approved by the council
A new 153-room Premier Inn hotel and urban park has been approved by Cambridge City Council planning committee. The site, positioned along East Road adjacent to The Grafton, was acquired
LandAid London Sleepout
Location: The Oval, London Detail: LandAid, the property industry charity fighting to end youth homelessness, is calling on property professionals in London to brave one night outside to prevent young people
Naïve Predictions on The Future of Technology in The Property Sector
To begin, full disclosure for the reader that the author joined the real estate industry at roughly the beginning of the current Premier League season from a country that refers
Invesco Real Estate announces £73.8m forward funding for purpose-built rental development in Milton Keynes
Invesco Real Estate (Invesco), the global real estate investment manager, announced today it has agreed to forward-fund Aubrey Place, a purpose-built BtR development in Milton Keynes’s Central Business District (CBD)
Wrenbridge are expanding their team and are hiring a Project Manager and Development Executive
Founded in 1993, Wrenbridge have been successfully developing and investing in properties across the UK for over 25 years. Geographically, the company’s emphasis is on London, East Anglia, Home Counties
UK Core Long-Income Commercial Real Estate
FOREWORD by Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM UK Defined Benefit (“DB”) Pension Schemes in the UK have traditionally sought to generate required levels of investment return via investing across
A successful launch event for the Nexus Building at Harlow Science Park
Yesterday, Thursday 23rd January, saw the launch of the Nexus building, the newest addition to the campus at Harlow Science Park. The soon-to-be completed development will be available this quarter
Finzels Reach’s Fermentation Buildings sold by Cubex and Fiera Real Estate to Mendip District Council
Bristol-based developer Cubex together with funding partner Fiera Real Estate have sold Finzels Reach’s historic Fermentation Buildings to Mendip District Council for £11.9 million, reflecting a net initial yield of
A revolution in what is expected from an office building is currently underway
Gone are the days where office space is merely an area for employees to work from and to provide shelter while they do that. Today an office needs to be
Angle Property are expanding and looking for a Director of Planning & Development
Angle Property are growing their team in 2020 and are currently hiring for the position of Director of Planning & Development. Angle are looking for someone to join their team
Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living acquire a site to develop a new BTR scheme in Manchester which will bring c.350 homes to the city
Fiera Real Estate are pleased to announce the purchase of a 0.7 acre site on Heyrod Street, Manchester for £6 million alongside Packaged Living, the Pan-UK Build to Rent developer
Ecosurety snaps up final office suite in Finzels Reach’s historic Fermentation Buildings
Recycling compliance business Ecosurety is relocating to Finzels Reach, marking the letting of the final office suite at its historic Fermentation Buildings. The company, which is currently based at Aztec
Ray Palmer to receive The PROPS 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
We are thrilled to announce that Ray Palmer, Chairman of Fiera Real Estate will be honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to the property industry at
Angle Property are hiring an Associate Director – Acquisitions
Angle Property, the Buckinghamshire-based development company are looking to grow their team in 2020. They are currently looking to hire an Associate Director – Acquisitions. Angle is focused on development
Fiera Real Estate and Opus North kick off 2020 with a new acquisition in Leeds
Opus North, the Yorkshire-based property developers have recently completed on a prime c.50,000 sq. ft office scheme in the centre of Leeds alongside funding partners, Fiera Real Estate UK Limited
Blue Coast Capital and Wrenbridge confirm Reiss Letting within 3 months of acquisition
Following Wrenbridge and Blue Coast Capital’s acquisition of a 70,000 sqft warehouse unit at Skyline Business Park in Autumn 2019, they are delighted to announce the letting of the unit
LandAid’s London SleepOut, regionally sponsored by Fiera Real Estate, is coming to The Oval in February
Property professionals will be braving one night out to make a change in our SleepOuts, taking place in Birmingham, Bristol and London throughout February. Our London SleepOut will take place
Buyers reserving an apartment at Angle Property’s St Albans site are being offered a £5,000 incentive
Buyers reserving a property at a St Albans city centre development’s event will be rewarded with £5,000 of John Lewis vouchers. The incentive will be on offer at the ‘new
PERE exclusive: Palmer Capital rebrands to Fiera Real Estate
The UK investment manager formerly known as Palmer Capital Partners is embarking on its largest-ever real estate fundraise. It is also relaunching its core vehicle one year after selling a
Fiera Real Estate Launch
In April 2019, Fiera Real Estate, part of Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) (“Fiera Capital”), the third largest independent asset management firm in Canada, acquired an 80% interest in Palmer
Palmer Capital rebrands to Fiera Real Estate
Palmer Capital Partners Limited (“Palmer Capital”), the UK division of Fiera Real Estate Investments Limited (“Fiera Real Estate”), which manages over C$6 billion of commercial real estate through its investment
The Appeal of Post-Brexit Britain to Real Estate Investors
FOREWORD by Alex Price, CEO, Fiera Real Estate UK Every modern British political generation has faced crises, from Churchill (World War II) to Macmillan (Suez) to Thatcher (The Falkland’s) to
2019, a memorable year for Palmer Capital
From ground-breaking transactions investing nearly £200m of equity, to new fund launches, a flurry of awards and the 80% sale of the firm, 2019 has certainly been a busy year
Cubex start work on the next phase of Finzels Reach
Bristol developer Cubex is starting construction work on the next phase of its Finzels Reach development in Bristol city centre. Demolition work is now underway to carefully remove the existing
Palmer Capital were delighted to sponsor the 6th Annual Real Estate Investor Forum
Yesterday (4th December 2019) saw AltAssets’ 6th Annual Real Estate Investor Forum take place at The Royal Horseguards Hotel. Palmer Capital’s CEO, Alex Price joined Yusuf Samad (Sodexo), Michael McKell
Sainsbury’s store at Angle Property’s Olney site now open
A new 17,500 sq ft Sainsbury’s store is opening its doors to the public on Wednesday 4th December. The opening of the store has been long awaited by local residents,
Edinburgh based property company Manse LLP are celebrating 10 years in business
Over the past 10 years, Manse has obtained planning permission for more than 2,200 new homes in Scotland and the North East of England. To add to this, it is
Unilever’s Bedford HQ sells for over £60m
Wrenbridge and Palmer Capital have completed the sale of Colworth Science Park, a leading research and development facility for over £60m. The price for the 319,789 sq ft, 12-building campus
Finzels Reach Case Study
This 6 acre site is now one of the most exciting mixed use developments in the South West. The landmark Caste Bridge which opened in April 2017, was an integral
Cubex’s Elgan Jones comments on Cardiff’s student market in Property Week
The four universities in Cardiff teach more than 42,000 students – which is roughly a fifth of the city’s population of 364,000, according to data from Savills. No wonder then
Exciting progress made at Cubex’s East Street Mews
East Street Mews is a ground-breaking initiative that will create 11 contemporary apartments to provide much-needed affordable housing for young homeless people in Bristol. The property on Bedminster Parade has
LandAid’s SleepOut Series returns to London in February 2020
LandAid, the property industry charity, is calling on property professionals in London to brave one night outside to prevent young people from having to do the same. We are delighted
Fiera Real Estate quarter three highlights
It has been a busy quarter for Fiera Real Estate. We currently have £870m AUM and 64 live projects. Within the Fiera Real Estate network, we have won 3 awards, acquired
Manse LLP hires new Associate Director
Manse LLP have appointed Andrew Statham as Associate Director. Prior to joining Manse, he was Head of UK Acquisitions for BrewDog where he grew the group’s commercial property portfolio and
Palmer Capital are Sponsoring Alt Assets 6th Annual Real Estate Investor Forum
We are delighted to be sponsoring Alt Assets 6th Annual Real Estate Investor Forum. The event is being held in London on Wednesday 4th December 2019. The Real Estate Investor
Cubex’s Finzels Reach and Packaged Living’s Aubrey Place help Assael Architecture promote Build to Rent outside of London
Two separate schemes in Bristol and Milton Keynes have been granted planning permission for a total of 546 Build to Rent homes outside of London. The new developments, designed by
RPMI Railpen acquires 5.85 acre site with Wrenbridge for London warehouse development
RPMI Railpen, has completed its latest acquisition, with the purchase of 5.85 acres of land in Waltham Cross, London. The site will be developed for a new, Grade A, speculative
In a joint venture with Buccleuch Property, Wrenbridge has sold their Quadron development in Dartford to Aberdeen Standard Investments for £12.1m
Buccleuch Property has sold its Quadron development in Dartford to Aberdeen Standard Investments for £12.1m. The 41,500 sq ft buildings, located at the Bridge in Dartford, were fully pre-let during
CBRE GIP and Palmer Capital launch new £250m value-add fund
CBRE Global Investment Partners (“CBRE GIP”) and Palmer Capital Partners Limited (“Palmer Capital”) are pleased to announce that they have launched the latest fund in their programmatic venture series targeting
UK Real Estate Investing – Navigating a Path Through Choppy Waters
In an unpredictable world where risk can be hard to quantify, let alone predict, Palmer Capital looks to frame all its strategies within a small number of bigger picture themes
Fiera Capital shares quarter three results
Fiera Capital has released its financial results for the quarter ending 30th September, 2019. Highlights: Assets under management of $164.7-billion as at Sept. 30, 2019, up 15 per cent, compared
LandAid’s Steptober roundup and Palmer Capital’s Money Maker Challenge drawing to a close
LandAid’s Steptober Challenge LandAid’s second Steptober challenge drew to a close on 1st November as property professionals stepped up for one final dash to the top of the leaderboard. The
Packaged Living is bringing a new kind of apartment complex to Milton Keynes
With planning permission granted, a new kind of apartment complex is coming to CMK. Instead of offering units for sale, Packaged Living will be building and managing all 300 apartments
Opus Land’s Conneqt, Cannock is named Property of the Month
Make it Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire have named Conneqt at Kingswood Lakeside the Property of the Month. The project brought forward two Grade A industrial units, Conneqt Alpha and Beta, on
Danescroft grow their team with new Associate Director hire
Danescroft, one of Palmer Capital’s property company partners , are delighted to welcome Chris Jasper to the team as Associate Director. Chris is an experienced planning and development professional with
Fiera Real Estate Goes Shopping with £14m Asda Acquisition
Fiera Real Estate Long Income Fund, a programmatic venture with CBRE Global Investment Partners Limited (“CBRE GIP”) and other investors has acquired a modern Asda store comprising 44,368 sq. ft
Gavin Bridge is joining Bristol’s Mayor for Bristol Question Time on 6th November
Gavin Bridge, Director of Cubex Land, will be taking part in the Bristol Question Time event on 6th November. The Bristol Question time series will see city leaders coming together
Global Mid-Market Infrastructure White Paper
FOREWORD by Ciaran Henry, Fiera Capital The outcomes from investing in mid-market infrastructure are ideally placed to respond to the financial circumstances of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) where
Opus Land had a very busy September, spending £9m on construction in that month alone!
Opus Land, the West Midlands-based property developers had a very busy September, having spent £9m on construction last month alone! To note, Conneqt at Kingswood Lakeside completed earlier this month
Angle Property have announced their plans to safeguard the future of the undeveloped greenbelt land at Bugle Nurseries
Property developer, Angle Property, has taken steps to safeguard the future of undeveloped Greenbelt land at its Bugle Nurseries site by offering the ownership to Spelthorne Borough Council. The plans
Victoria Turnbull, Joint Managing Director of Opus Land has written a piece on the industrial market
Despite the ever-mounting challenges of our political landscape, amidst Brexit and the visible slowdown in both the office and retail sectors, the industrial market appears to defy logic and continues
Palmer Capital’s ‘Spinathon’, in aid of LandAid is back for a second year with double the participants!
Last year, as part of the Palmer Capital Money Maker challenge which raises money for LandAid, we held our first ‘Spinathon’. This saw two teams race head to head to
Palmer Capital are shortlisted for three awards across their network at tonight’s EG Awards 2019
We are excited for tonight’s EG Awards 2019 where we are shortlisted for three awards across the Palmer Capital network. Palmer Capital are finalists for the London Deal of the
With only two weeks of Steptober left to go, competition is heating up between our two Palmer Capital teams
With only two weeks of Steptober left to go, competition is heating up between our two Palmer Capital teams who are taking part in LandAid’s Steptober challenge. Steptober is the
Watch how Cubex’s Finzels Reach has developed over time, into one of the largest mixed-use regeneration projects in the South West
Finzels Reach, developed by Cubex, is one of the largest and most significant mixed-use regeneration projects in the South West. This successful regeneration scheme is creating a vibrant mixed-use community, bringing
Build to Rent Specialist Packaged Living advising Enfield Council on ground-breaking Meridian Water programme bringing 10,000 homes
Packaged Living are thrilled to be advising Enfield Council on the ground breaking Meridian Water development. Meridian Water is a major £6bn, 25-year London regeneration programme led by Enfield Council,
Bristol city centre has limited options for Grade A space, but local developer Cubex is working towards solving this issue
Bristol city centre continues to serve as a top location for business which means that there is an increasing demand for space. High quality space and enhanced on-site amenities are
Opus Land enjoyed their 20th year dinner last Thursday
Palmer Capital joined Opus Land for their dinner in celebration of 20 years in business last Thursday with many others in the industry. Over 100 people attended the black tie
Gavin Bridge, Director of Cubex Land, is joining the Futur Ville Summit this Friday
Gavin Bridge, Director of Cubex Land, is joining the Future Ville Summit this Friday (18th October) on the topic of reclaiming our cities space. A Future Ville, international and local
400 jobs a step closer as final phase of employment park completes
The creation of 400 jobs has moved a step closer after Opus Land revealed it has achieved practical completion of the final phase of CONNEQT at Kingswood Lakeside in Cannock.
Gavin Bridge’s musings on why more people under 35 should get involved in planning
As I reflect on the humbling and also somewhat embarrassing position as number 1 on the Business Insider Magazines Property Power List I’d like to use my moment in the
Hawkins & George scheme at Finzels Reach is fully leased less than four months after opening its doors
Grainger, the UK’s leading provider of rental homes, is to develop its second build-to-rent scheme in Bristol following the success of its first. The London-based firm’s 194-apartment Hawkins & George
The LandAid Money Maker has made £8,500 so far
The LandAid Money Maker Challenge is back for its fourth year and we are well underway to raising lots of money for LandAid. 6 teams have signed up for this
Wrenbridge launch Hawkers Yard website
Wrenbridge Land have officially launched their new website for the Hawkers Yard site in Ruislip. At Hawkers Yard, there will be 7 new industrial, warehouse and trade counter units available
Manse Opus win Deal of the Year – Over 250,000 sq ft at the IAS Awards
Manse Opus were delighted to win Deal of the Year – Over 250,000 sq ft at the IAS Awards 2019 for their pre-let to Meggitt at Prospero Ansty. Meggitt were
Mark Woodrow, Managing Director at Packaged Living is keynote speaker at BTR event
On Thursday 3 October, Mark Woodrow is the keynote speaker at Arcadis’s event, Unique Perspective on Build to Rent. The focus will be an insight into the performance of BTR
Angle Property’s Hertfordshire House one-bed apartments and penthouses are available for purchase
Angle Property bought Hertfordshire House, formerly county council offices, from the Royal Bank of Scotland back in 2015; it’s currently being transformed into 26 one-bed apartments and penthouses, with commercial
Osborne Clarke have started their LandAid walk for Palmer Capital’s Money Maker Challenge
Osborne Clarke are raising money for LandAid by walking the London Loop as part of Palmer Capital’s Money Maker challenge. Between 30 September and 4th October 2019 a mixed Osborne
Wrenbridge win Deal of the Year – Under 75,000 sq ft at the IAS Awards
Wrenbridge were delighted to win Deal of the Year – Under 75,000 sq ft at the IAS Awards yesterday, with their warehouse scheme Quadron, Dartford. Quadron is a new high
Cubex welcomes green light for next phase of Finzels Reach
Bristol City Council grants planning consent for local developer’s plans for former fire station headquarters site in Bristol. Local developers Cubex have welcomed the decision by Bristol City Council’s planning
James Nicholson, Managing Director at Harlex spoke at Place North West’s Manchester Offices and Workspace Update
The conference took place at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester on the morning of 26 September and was attended by over 160 professionals. The event provided the audience
Two Palmer Capital teams ‘step up’ to take part in LandAid’s Steptober
Two teams at Palmer Capital are taking part in LandAid’s Steptober challenge. Steptober is the property industry-wide step challenge, and is back for its second year! Across the UK, the
You are invited to the unveiling of Angle Property’s plans for the scheme at Rectory Farm, Kings Langley
Angle Property received planning permission in July for the scheme at Rectory Farm, off the A4251 Hempstead Road. The firm say that they have now reviewed their plans and “believe
Next phase of Cubex’s Finzels Reach regeneration recommended for approval
Plans to transform a key city centre site into a high-quality sustainable development of hundreds of new homes and leading-edge offices have been recommended for approval. The major regeneration project
John Valentini, President and CEO of Fiera Private Alternative Investments reveals UK growth plans
John Valentini, President & CEO of Fiera Private Alternative Investments spoke to Jessica Beard at City Wire Real Assets and discussed Fiera’s plans for UK growth despite the latest Brexit ‘bump’:
EG talks to the youth of today on climate change
Samantha McLary of EG spoke to some of the children of industry professionals to get their take on climate change and how the world is tackling it. Josie Price, Alex
Palmer Capital and Fiera Capital had a successful launch of the Private Alternatives Investment Trends Conference
We were delighted to host our inaugural Private Alternatives Investment Trends Conference, alongside Fiera Capital, on Thursday 12th September at The British Library, London. With almost 180 attendees, the conference
The Wrenbridge Walk from Eastwell Manor
It’s that time of year again; time for the annual Wrenbridge Walk. A team of 30 took off this morning from Eastwell Manor, a former royal residence in the heart
What is youth homelessness and how can the property and construction industry in the South West address it, Gavin Bridge, Cubex discusses
Being named as the South West’s most influential person in property in Insiders ‘Property Power List’ came as somewhat of a surprise. Particularly as I’m sharing the list with Prince
Palmer Capital hires a new Digital Associate Director
Palmer Capital are delighted to welcome David Bender, who has joined the company as Associate Director, Digital. David will be helping Palmer Capital to continue with our digital transformation strategy.
Wrenbridge launch Boxset Basildon, a new 10 acre development site
Wrenbridge, one of the leading property companies in the UK, are delighted to announce that their new site, Basildon Boxset, launched on Wednesday 11 September 2019. Boxset Basildon comprises a
Packaged Living have been selected by Homes England to redevelop a 1.5 acre plot on Newcastle’s Quayside
Packaged Living has been selected by Homes England, the government’s housing agency, to redevelop a 1.5 acre vacant plot on Newcastle’s Quayside with Robertson, a construction and infrastructure business. Packaged
Cubex’s Hawkins and George BTR scheme shortlisted for Residential Development of the Year award
Cubex (alongside Grainger, Palmer Capital, and Willmott Dixon) are delighted to be nominated for Residential Development of the Year, Insider’s South West Property Awards 2019, for the Hawkins and George
LandAid’s upcoming event looks at how the real estate industry can be a force for social good…
On September 26 2019, LandAid will invite guests to the Churchill Rooms in the Cabinet Office, Whitehall to hear a range of expert speakers and panellists answer the question: How can the Real
Opus North acquires 57 acre industrial site in West Yorkshire
Keyland Developments Ltd, the property trading arm of Kelda Group and sister company to Yorkshire Water, has sold the 57 acre North Bierley Water Treatment Works site in West Yorkshire
One week to go until Fiera Capital and Palmer Capital’s Private Alternatives Conference
Fiera Capital are delighted to host their inaugural Private Alternatives Investment Trends Conference on Thursday 12th September at The British Library, London. The conference has an exciting line up of
Queensbury Capital are taking on the Rough Runner for the LandAid Money Maker Challenge
Queensbury Capital, the London centric real estate investor and developer recently backed by Palmer Capital, are taking part in this year’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge. Joe Downey, and some of
Manse are hiring a Land Dealer based in Edinburgh
Manse LLP is a privately owned property company, based in Edinburgh. Manse’s experience lies in a fundamental understanding of the UK property market, with specific knowledge in Scotland and the
Are smart buildings all talk and no substance? Or can they change our working lives for the better?
By Elgan Jones, development manager at Cubex, the developer behind Finzels Reach There’s a lot of talk of smart buildings at the moment; how the Internet of Things is going
Wrenbridge Land are developing a new speculative industrial site
Wrenbridge Land and Buccleuch Property has expanded its speculative industrial development portfolio with the recent unconditional acquisition of a 4.5 acre site at The Wixams, Bedford, which was previously owned
Queensbury Capital are looking to expand their team
Queensbury Capital is a London centric real estate investor and developer. Queensbury Capital is a well-funded, privately held company who acquire opportunistic and value add assets across a range of
Angle Property are looking for new opportunities
Angle Property, the Buckinghamshire-based property developers established by Tony Williamson in 2011, are looking for new opportunities in core South-East locations. Angle Property creates and enhances value from under-performing assets
Sneak peek inside Channel 4’s striking new creative hub at Bristol’s Finzels Reach
Developer Cubex, has completed its renovation of the historic space that will house Channel 4’s new Creative Hub at Finzels Reach, with striking new images offering a glimpse inside. Finzels
James Nicholson, Managing Director at Harlex is speaking at Place North West’s Manchester Offices and Workspace Update
The conference will take place at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester on the morning of 26 September. The event will give you a chance to hear from some
Wrenbridge’s scheme at Boxset, Basildon is nearing practical completion
Palmer Capital and Wrenbridge’s scheme Boxset, Basildon, is nearing practical completion after having started construction earlier this year. The scheme is a 10 acre development site which is located to the north
Harlow Science Park’s ‘Nexus’ new Grade ‘A’ office building is available from September 2019
Harlow Science Park is one Wrenbridge’s current ongoing exciting Grade A developments, based in Harlow, Essex. Harlow Science Park is a new destination for business focusing on all areas of
Palmer Capital’s Steven Wright and Cubex’s Gavin Bridge met with Bristol’s Mayor, Marvin Rees
On Tuesday 13 August, Steven Wright, Director at Palmer Capital and Gavin Bridge, Director at Cubex met with Bristol’s Mayor, Marvin Rees, to present to him a showcase example of
Cubex are hiring, exciting opportunity for a Development Manager in Bristol office
Cubex are a leading property development company with a focus on urban mixed-use and regeneration schemes, typified by their award winning Finzels Reach scheme in Bristol. In their 15 years
Palmer Capital alongside Fiera Capital launch the Private Alternatives Investment Trends Conference…
Fiera Capital are delighted to host their inaugural Private Alternatives Investment Trends Conference on Thursday 12th September at The British Library, London. As investors globally continue to increase their allocation
Alex Price Brexit commentary – The unstoppable force meets the immovable object
Every modern British political generation has faced crises, from Churchill (World War II) to Macmillan (Suez) to Thatcher (The Falkland’s) to Brown (Global Financial Crisis). Boris Johnson’s tenure as PM
Wrenbridge World Cup raise £5,000 for charity
Despite some heavy rain in the morning, on Friday 9 August, Wrenbridge hosted their 14th annual Wrenbridge World Cup, in aid of Send a Cow. Send a Cow is a
Cubex’s Build to Rent Guide: Understanding Build to Rent
Cubex Land have been busy in the residential development space, specifically with Build to Rent (BTR) development schemes. Their most recent BTR development project is Hawkins Lane & Georges Wharf
A contractor has been appointed to Opus Land’s 121,000 sq ft speculative scheme, XPANSE 120
Midlands-based construction contractor MCS Group has won a £7.4m contract to deliver a 121,175 sq ft warehouse/industrial unit being speculatively developed in the Black Country. Property developer Opus Land has
Palmer Capital and Packaged Living receive planning for a £75m / 294 rental apartment homes on mixed use site in Milton Keynes
Packaged Living, the Palmer Capital backed build to rent developer has received planning for the development of 294 apartments at Avebury Boulevard and South Fifth Street. Palmer Capital has owned
Harlex Property are looking for new opportunities
Harlex Property, a leading North West property company based in Manchester, are actively looking for opportunities to add value in and around North West England and North Wales. After their
Osborne Clarke are hosting their LandAid walk for Palmer Capital’s Money Maker Challenge
Osborne Clarke have signed up for the LandAid Money Maker Challenge again this year, which is run by Palmer Capital. Their event was such a success from the year prior
Palmer Capital expand their Marketing and Business Development team
Palmer Capital are delighted to welcome Louise Degrussa, who has joined the Marketing team as Marketing Executive and Harry Rowe-Jones who has joined as Business Development Executive. Louise studied Marketing
Wrenbridge Land are shortlisted for IAS Deal of the Year – under 75,000 sq ft category
Palmer Capital’s property companies have been on a roll recently, with award nominations coming through on the regular. Wrenbridge Land are the latest to be shortlisted for another award; this
Palmer Capital shortlisted for this years EG London Deal of the Year Award
As you may have seen, Palmer Capital have been shortlisted for EG’s London Deal of the Year at this year prestigious EG award ceremony, which will be held on 22nd
The Wrenbridge World Cup is back
Wrenbridge Land are holding their 14th World Cup for the property industry next Thursday at Linton college Sports Club. Over 20 teams have already signed up for this year’s challenge
The LandAid Money Maker Challenge is off to a great start
This year’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge, run by Palmer Capital, is off to a good start, with 8 teams already signed up and £3,715 already raised for LandAid. Packaged Living
Blue Coast Capital and Wrenbridge Acquire 70,000 sq ft Warehouse in Braintree
A JV between Blue Coast Capital (formerly UK & European Investments) and Wrenbridge have acquired a 70,000 sq ft warehouse on Skylines on the A120 in Braintree, Essex. The business
Alex Price talks to EG about his views on the UK’s Prime Minister
Executives in the real estate industry have given a cautious welcome to Boris Johnson’s election as the UK’s new prime minister – with one going so far as to suggest
Harlex Property are hosting their annual golf day in aid of LandAid
Harlex Property are, once again, hosting their golf day at Leigh Golf Club, Warrington, on 30th September as part of the LandAid Money Maker Challenge, run by Palmer Capital. Teams
Works at Wrenbridge’s Luma building have now completed
Wrenbridge have recently completed on the development for their Luma building at 330 Clapham Road. This newly built 19,000 sq ft development of new premium office space is located a
Hawkins & George build-to-rent homes launch at Finzels Reach
Hawkins & George, the first major build-to-rent scheme in Bristol, has launched at Finzels Reach. The modern waterside development comprises two distinct buildings – Hawkins Lane and George’s Wharf –
About Wrenbridge’s Harlow Science Park
Harlow Science Park is a new destination for business focusing on all areas of science, technology, research and innovation. Harlow Science Park offers 27 acres of Grade ‘A’ development opportunities in
Palmer Capital held their annual cricket match
Yesterday saw the Palmer Capital annual cricket match taking place at Shepherd’s Bush cricket club with a mix of agents, investors and business associates in a battle to see who
Ice sports destination planned for London’s Lee Valley
Plans have been unveiled for an ice skating destination in east London. Featuring an Olympic-size, twin-rink ice centre, the facility project is being driven by Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
The apartments at Angle Property’s Hertfordshire House are being released
Located on the corner of Civic Close and Bricket Road, Hertfordshire House consists of 26 one bedroom apartments and penthouses. All of the homes include an open plan kitchen/dining/living area,
Frome Gateway is moving forward as a masterplanning team is appointed
Cubex has appointed HTA Design to lead on the design of a masterplan for Frome Gateway in Bristol, together with Avison Young, who will act as planning consultants on the
Manse Opus are shortlisted for yet another award
Manse Opus are on a roll this year and have been shortlisted for yet another award for their project at Prospero Ansty. The project has been nominated for the Deal
Angle Property and Palmer Capital announce the sale of No. 1 Clink Street
Angle Property and Palmer Capital announce the sale of the recently refurbished, mixed-use development at 1 Clink Street near Borough Market in London SE1. The development comprises 5 floors of
Scarborough’s old Argos building to be demolished and replaced by student flats and town square
A town square and flats for students and trainee doctors and nurses have been unveiled as part of a major town centre regeneration project in Scarborough. Scarborough Council will partner
Palmer Capital quenches thirst on portfolio of Marstons gastro pubs
Palmer Capital has recently completed the purchase of a portfolio of four high quality gastro pubs located in the affluent English market towns of Hitchin, Taunton, Royal Tunbridge Wells and
Opus Land set to deliver speculative warehouse development
A 121,175 sq ft warehouse/industrial unit being speculatively developed in the Black Country by Opus Land and Palmer Capital is being brought to market by national commercial property consultancy Lambert
Palmer Capital have been shortlisted for London Deal of the Year
It was recently revealed that Palmer Capital have been shortlisted for the London Deal of the Year title at this year’s EG Awards for the recent 80% sale to Fiera
Boxset, Basilidon’s creative design agency commended for Best Marketing Campaign
We are very happy to announce that Tassell Design, the creative design agency who are working alongside Wrenbridge and Palmer Capital for the scheme at Boxset, Basildon, have been commended
Palmer Capital acquires a c. 306,000 sq ft retail store portfolio from B&Q, by way of sale-and-leaseback
Palmer Capital has acquired a c. 306,000 sq ft retail store portfolio from B&Q, by way of sale-and-leaseback. The portfolio comprises three solus retail stores in Birmingham, Cardiff, and Washington.
Palmer Capital’s summer party was a great hit
Palmer Capital hosted our annual summer party yesterday at Aqua Nueva where the sun was shining and the canapes were flowing. It was a great event to introduce our new
Angle Property’s residential-led Headley Court redevelopment plans to go on show to the public
A date has been set for members of the public to view redevelopment plans for the former military hospital Headley Court near Leatherhead. Angle Property, an independent development company, bought
Opus Land are looking for new opportunities
Opus Land, the Midlands-based property developers and recent joint winners of Costar’s Deal of the Year, have immediate requirements for unconditional purchases, subject to planning and promotion agreements. Opus Land
Alex Price and Peter Cuthbert are at PERE Europe tomorrow
Alex Price, CEO at Palmer Capital, and Peter Cuthbert, Vice President of Fiera Properties, are joining the PERE Europe Summit tomorrow at No.11 Cavendish Square. Alex and Peter will be
Cubex Land’s old fire station will host the LandAid South West Gala Dinner
The old fire station in Bristol, which was purchased by Cubex Land in June 2018, will be the hosting venue for the LandAid South West Gala Dinner on Wednesday 3rd
Prospero, Ansty nominated for another award
Manse Opus’ joint venture at Prospero Ansty has been listed as a finalist for yet another award. The shortlisting is for the EG Awards ‘Regional Deal of the Year‘ category which celebrates
Fiera Infrastructure acquire 50% interest in Isle of Wight ferry operator
Fiera Infrastructure has acquired a 50% equity interest in Isle of Wight ferry operator Wightlink from Basalt Infrastructure Partners for an undisclosed sum. Basalt will continue to have a 50%
Aurora nominated for EG Regional Deal of the Year!
The Cubex Land and Palmer Capital office scheme, Aurora, has been shortlisted for ‘Regional Deal of the Year’ at the EG Awards 2019. The development joins an exceptional group of
Palmer Capital, Cubex and Manse Opus receive nominations for the EG Awards 2019
We are delighted to announce the shortlisting’s for 3 awards across the Palmer Capital network for the EG Awards 2019. Palmer Capital are one of the finalists for the London Deal
Emma Murray to chair IPF Defined Benefit pension fund discussion
Business Deveopment Manager at Palmer Capital, Emma Murray, is chairing a discussion for the Investment Property Forum entitled ‘Defined Benefit pension schemes de-risking – what is the likely impact upon
Why Amersham is attracting first-time home buyers – James Good from Angle Property comments
The first buyers have already taken up residence in the smart new apartment block in Amersham town centre. More than 50 per cent of the studios and one- and two-bedroom
Cubex Land’s Elgan Jones asks whether BTR can help to tackle the loneliness epidemic
In an age where people often ‘swipe’ rather than speak and a world where loneliness is described as an epidemic, everyone is looking for answers to the questions: how can
Packaged Living announce that Mark Woodrow joins as Joint Managing Director
Packaged Living is delighted to announce that Mark Woodrow, former Director of Development at Grainger has joined Packaged Living as Joint MD. Mark previously ran Grainger’s development division and more
As completion of the first phase nears, Harlow Science Park is due to support Invest Essex at upcoming Biotech conference in Philadelphia, USA
Invest Essex is once again attending the Biotechnology Innovation Organisation (BIO) International Convention 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Essex is seeing huge investment in the ‘life sciences’ sector, and the
Packaged Living’s Mark Woodrow is joining Bisnow’s Build to Rent Annual Conference
Mark Woodrow of Packaged Living will be taking part in Bisnow’s Build to Rent Annual Conference on Wednesday 5th June at the Hilton London Wembley. Mark will be joining the
Finzels Reach, Bristol
Cubex alongside Fiera Real Estate started regeneration work at Finzels Reach in 2012 when the team stepped in to develop the site after a previous attempt went into receivership. The first phase of Finzels Reach is already home to high quality homes, modern sustainable office space and
Palmer Capital are running the LandAid 10k
Palmer Capital have a team who are ready and raring to go for the LandAid 10k run in Regent’s Park next Tuesday. Graham Curd, Oliver Thomas, Alex Baker, Sue Curran
Packaged Living feature in EG Life
Specialist BTR developer Packaged Living have featured in EG Life, after taking an early lead in the Palmer Capital Money Maker challenge 2019. The team took on the famous ‘Three
Joint agents appointed on Cubex’s landmark, ‘smart’ office building for Bristol, named Halo
Bristol developer Cubex has appointed property agents Lambert Smith Hampton and Knight Frank to market Halo, the landmark, new ‘smart’ office building that will form part of the next phase
Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital, and Peter Cuthbert, President of Fiera Properties are joining PERE Europe
On 25th & 26th June, PERE are running their PERE Europe 2019 Summit and will feature in depth case studies on the latest real estate deals, analysis of capital strategies
Award-winning independent venue Bocabar set to open new venture at Cubex Land’s ristol’s Finzels Reach
Cubex Land’s Finzels Reach, which is set to become one of Bristol’s most exciting new social hotspots, will be home to independent venue Bocabar’s third restaurant and bar, it’s been
Completion is nearing at Wrenbridge scheme Boxset, Basildon
Completion is rapidly approaching at the Wrenbridge industrial/warehouse scheme Boxset in Basildon and on target to be available from Q4 2019. The scheme, which is funded by Palmer Capital, comprises a new 10
Palmer Capital have urgent value add requirements
Palmer Capital are urgently looking to find larger value add deal opportunities.Target investment parameters as follows: £20m – £100m 1-5 year business plans Any sector Any UK location Targeting a
Jobs and skills ‘dividend’ from Manse Opus’ Prospero, Ansty site
Prospero Ansty, the most significant strategic employment opportunity in Coventry & Warwickshire, could create more than 5,000 new jobs and £300 million in GVA it was revealed this week, according
Alex Price and Peter Cuthbert talk Brexit with EG
Anna Ward of Estates Gazette interviewed Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital and Peter Cuthbert, President of Fiera Properties, for a feature in EG’s magazine about the recent sale of
Angle Property’s retail development in Amersham is available for purchase
Angle Property and Palmer Capital are delighted to announce that the 100% prime retail investment in Amersham is now on the market, with three brand new commercial open market lettings
Our latest requirements…we are in the market to buy!
Palmer Capital have had a busy start to the year, having transacted on c.£166m in the last 5 months, with more projects in the pipeline. Watch our latest requirements video
Rupert Sheldon, Head of Core REIM, discusses UK core real estate and investing through the cycle and Brexit
There is no doubting that we are very late into the current economic cycle, extended by loose global monetary policy, quantitative easing across all key western economies and assorted other
Live 6 months mortgage free at Angle Property’s flats at Gerrards Cross
Homebuyers in Gerrards Cross have the chance to live mortgage free for the first six months. The offer was made this week by the developer of a smart new apartment
The timelapse video is now live at Opus Land’s Ace 135
Opus Land have recently commenced works at the Ace 135 development in Tamworth which will bring a 135,000 sq ft B2/B8 speculative unit, incorporating 9,240 sq ft of office accommodation.
Packaged Living complete their challenge for the LandAid Money Maker
Packaged Living are pleased to have completed their 3 Peaks Challenge, which saw them climbing the three highest mountains in the UK this weekend. They started their challenge at Ben
Palmer Capital Backed Danescroft Planning over 1,000 New Residential Units
Danescroft backed by Palmer Capital have completed the purchase of two further residential development sites in Swindon and Binfield. Both sites have been acquired unconditionally and Danescroft will be seeking
Wrenbridge and Palmer Capital sell Woking One
Wrenbridge and Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the sale of Woking One, an office-led mixed-use scheme in Woking for £27.2m, to Woking Borough Council, reflecting a net initial yield
Packaged Living are the first team in the LandAid Money Maker Challenge 2019
Ed Ellerington, Managing Director, and Mark Woodrow, Development Lead for Packaged Living will be taking on the 3 Peaks Challenge tomorrow with the LandAid Money Maker Challenge. On Friday 10th May, they will be
Emma Cullen in Conversation with PlaceTech: Discussing her career journey and Palmer Capital’s digital transformation
Emma Cullen, COO of Palmer Capital, joined Nicola Byrne of PlaceTech to talk about her career journey to date and Palmer Capital’s digital transformation. Originally produced and published by PlaceTech
The LandAid Money Maker Challenge is back
The LandAid Money Maker Challenge, run by Palmer Capital, is back for its fourth year and we are looking forward to working together with the industry heavyweights to aim to
Emma Cullen, COO, joined PlaceTech to discuss her career journey
Emma Cullen, Chief Operating Officer of Palmer Capital, joined PlaceTech to chat about her interesting career journey and Palmer Capital’s digital transformation. The podcast was hosted by PlaceTech reporter, Nicola
A Postcard from the Gulf
It’s noticeable that in the last few months the Middle East has woken up and recognised to the political mess that we call Brexit, something they have largely ignored for
Realest feature Manse Opus’ development for Meggitt PLC
Realest, the Southampton-based commercial property specialists, have run a feature on the Manse Opus development at Prospero, Ansty on behalf of Meggitt PLC. The development is one of the most
Packaged Living’s Mark Woodrow is judging at the UK Housing Awards this evening
Mark Woodrow, Development Lead at Packaged Living, is taking to the judging panel at the UK Housing Awards this evening being held at Grosvenor House. He commented: It has been
Historic England and English Heritage are latest to announce move to Bristol’s new city centre quarter, Finzels Reach
The news follows Channel 4’s decision to make Finzels Reach the home of its Creative Hub. Historic England and English Heritage are set to move to Bristol’s Finzels Reach, which
Alex Price & Peter Cuthbert talk to Susan Freeman about the 80% sale
Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital, and Peter Cuthbert, President of Fiera Real Estate, spoke to Susan Freeman of Mishcon de Reya in a PropertyShe podcast. They talk about the
CEO Alex Price and Peter Cuthbert, President of Fiera Properties chat to Susan Freeman for the latest Property She podcast
Alex Price and Peter Cuthbert joined Susan Freeman for a special edition of her regular ‘PropertyShe‘ podcast, to discuss Fiera Capital’s acquisition of an 80% interest in Palmer Capital. The
Wrenbridge and Fiera Real Estate acquire two acres in Ruislip
Wrenbridge and Fiera Real Estate are delighted to announce the acquisition of a site of two acres in Ruislip, which is located within close proximity to the A40. Planning has
Queensbury Capital launches with a celebration at Palmer Capital HQ
Last night saw over 60 property professionals celebrate the launch of London-based property company, Queensbury Capital, backed by Palmer Capital with a drinks reception at their offices in Mayfair. Joseph Downey, Founder
Mission Pizza is coming to Cubex’s Finzels Reach
Bristol-based pizza pop-up Mission Pizza will be partnering with Left Handed Giant to provide the food offering in their upcoming brewpub in the new Finzels Reach quarter. The vegetarian wood-fired
Alex Price to join EG Middle East Real Estate Forum
On the 29th April, Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital will be joining the EG Middle East Real Estate Forum. Alex will be joining the UK delegation, which includes industry experts such as
Just under two weeks until the Property Awards!
It’s just under two weeks until the Property Week Awards 2019, which is being held at The Grosvenor on Park Lane. We are looking forward to joining other industry professionals
Wrenbridge Sport and L&G agree a deal with Zizzi in York
The commercial development at York Stadium Leisure Complex is set to welcome another household name as Wrenbridge Sport and L&G announce a 3,221 sq ft deal with Azzurri Restaurant Group
Rob Bould is appointed as Coyote Software’s first chairman
Coyote Software, a real estate software company, has appointed Rob Bould as its first chairman. Bould, who steps up from his current role as non-executive director, has been a board
Palmer Capital are taking on the LandAid 10k run at Regents Park once again
This year, Alex Price, Alex Baker, Graham Curd, Oliver Thomas and Sue Curran will all be joining in the effort to end youth homelessness by taking on the LandAid 10k
Palmer Capital and Danescroft acquire further site in Chichester following final close of the Residential Land Partnership
The Residential Land Partnership (‘RLP’), managed by Schroder Real Estate and in association with Palmer Capital/Danescroft has successfully completed the acquisition of a c. 5 acre site in Chichester for
Wrenbridge’s James Feltham speaks to Cambridge University’s Real Estate Masters course
James Feltham, Associate Director of Wrenbridge, presented to the students at Cambridge University currently completing their Masters degree in Real Estate. The presentation was held at Legal & General’s The
Channel 4 chooses Bristol’s Finzels Reach as the home of its new Creative Hub
Channel 4 is in advanced negotiations with developer Cubex to locate its new Creative Hub at Finzels Reach, Bristol’s new waterfront quarter. Channel 4 will lease 3,200 sq ft of
Harlex Property attend the Warrington Annual Property Review
Last week saw Warrington & Co holding their 21st Annual Warrington Property Review at the Park Royal Hotel. Harlex Property went along to hear their detailed analysis of the year
Opus Land awarded resolution to grant planning in Oldbury
Opus Land and Palmer Capital are pleased to announce that they have been awarded resolution to grant planning permission for a c.120,000 sq ft industrial unit at Oldbury. The resolution
Palmer Capital backs London-based Queensbury Capital
New property investment company Queensbury Capital is looking to invest £500m of equity in the next three years after securing backing from Palmer Capital. The company was founded at the
East Street Mews update
If you haven’t already heard, East Street Mews is the exciting new initiative with LandAid and Cubex Land alongside industry heavyweights such as Wilmott Dixon, who are collectively working against
James Nicholson of Harlex Property speaks to CoStar about 2019 plans
James Nicholson, Managing Director of Harlex Property, the Manchester-based property company, recently attended Insider’s Manchester breakfast which looked at the emerging opportunities in alternative asset classes in Manchester, and the
Bafta award-winning creative media company BDH makes Finzels Reach its new home
BAFTA award-winning creative film and digital production company BDH has moved into new studio space in the Malt House at Finzels Reach. Taking over the ground level studio in the
Wrenbridge launch Boxset, Basildon scheme at the London Film Museum
Wrenbridge launched their new scheme Boxset in Basildon today with a reception at the London Film Museum in Covent Garden. The scheme, which is funded by Palmer Capital, comprises a
CBRE launch TechCBRE campaign with help from Palmer Capital’s COO Emma Cullen and Director of Innovation Darryll Colthrust
CBRE have launched a campaign for TechCBRE to explore the challenges and opportunities of the evolving world of PropTech. The campaign includes a series of videos, which look at the
Over 300 homes, including 20% affordable, plus speculative office building planned for next phase of Finzels Reach regeneration
Bristol developer Cubex alongside Palmer Capital has submitted plans to transform the former headquarters site of Avon & Somerset Fire and Rescue into over 300 new homes, including 20% affordable,
Darryll Colthrust contributes to BPF PropTech Report
Director of Innovation Darryll Colthrust has contributed to the BPF PropTech Report, entitled ‘Leading the digital transformation of global Real Estate’. Below, he has given his summary of the report
Cubex Land win at the CoStar awards with Aurora!
We are delighted to announce that Cubex Land, the Bristol-based property developers, and the powerhouse behind the regeneration of Bristol have been awarded Deal of the Year for the office
It’s definitely awards season…another shortlisting for Manse Opus and Prospero Ansty!
Manse Opus, the joint venture between Manse and Opus Land, have been listed as finalists for yet another award for their pre-let to Meggitt at their site Prospero Ansty. The
Aurora features in Savills UK ‘Spotlight: Bristol Offices’ feature
Cubex Land’s Aurora development has featured within a Savills UK research piece on Bristol offices. The piece provided an overview of Bristol city’s office market, which ‘saw 532,000 sq ft
To celebrate International Women’s day, we want to celebrate the success of our COO, Emma Cullen
The 8 March marks International Women’s Day and to celebrate, we wanted to tell you a little more about our Chief Operating Officer, Emma Cullen. In her role as COO,
Manse Opus shortlisted for yet another award!
Joint developers Manse Opus have been shortlisted for the PROPS Awards ‘Deal of the Year’ for their pre-let to Meggitt at their site Prospero Ansty. In Spring 2018, Manse Opus in their joint venture with Rolls-Royce secured planning consent for a 490,000 sq
Cubex Land’s Finzel’s Reach development features in article on build-to-rent housing in Bristol
The build-to-rent development at Finzels Reach in Bristol, by Cubex Land, has featured in an article by Property Magazine International to tie in with an event for Women-in-Property on the
Industry legend Rob Bould elected as LandAid’s new Chair of Board of Trustees
We are delighted that Rob Bould of Rob Bould Consulting and former CEO of GVA has been elected as the new Chair of Trustees at LandAid. He has replaced Liz
Angle Property use virtual tour to market newly completed Marsham House apartments
Having recently completed works at their residential development, Marsham House in Gerrards Cross, Angle Property, backed by Palmer Capital, have employed the use of virtual tours to market the units.
Manse Opus win at the Co-Star Awards 2019
Manse Opus are delighted to announce that the pre-let to Meggitt PLC at Prospero Ansty has won Deal of the Year at the Co-Star Awards, as voted for by their
James Nicholson confirmed panelist at Cheshire & Warrington MIPIM event
James Nicholson of Harlex Property has been confirmed as a panelist on the Cheshire & Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership stand at this year’s MIPIM event. The panel will be discussing
Angle Property’s Regent Place development listed in the Metro ‘Neighbourhood watch: Amersham’ feature
Angle Property’s brand new development, Regent’s Place in Amersham has featured in the latest Metro ‘Neighbourhood watch’ review on the town, which is popular with young couples and families alike
Why we would recommend you become a LandAid foundation partner today!
We have supported LandAid for five years now. Homelessness can impact anyone, at any time in their life, and it’s a problem that can have huge ramifications for those it
Emma Murray, Business Development Manager at Palmer Capital is attending the PLSA Conference on 6th – 7th March
Palmer Capital Business Development Manager Emma Murray will be attending the upcoming Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association Investment Conference on 6th – 8th March in Edinburgh. This year, the conference
Ewen McLeod joins Board of Wrenbridge
Wrenbridge are delighted to announce the appointment of Ewen McLeod to the board of directors. Ewen joined Wrenbridge over 10 years ago, in 2007 as an Associate before being promoted
CEO Alex Price and Head of Acquisitions Charles Allen attending MIPIM 2019
We are pleased to confirm that our CEO, Alex Price and Head of Acquisitions Charles Allen will be attending MIPIM this year. The annual event which is a mecca for
Cubex Land’s Aurora sale shortlisted for Property Week & RICS awards this year
Cubex Land, the Bristol-based property developers, and the powerhouse behind the regeneration of Bristol have recently been nominated for the Deal of the Year category at both the Property Week and RICS
Wrenbridge’s Grafton Centre development is a huge hit
Wrenbridge Land, Cambridge-based property developers, have a great scheme running at The Grafton Centre. The Grafton is a shopping centre which comprises 500,000 sq ft of retail accommodation in 84 units,
Alex Price speaks with Susan Freeman of Mishcon de Reya about journey through real estate
Alex Price recently spoke with Susan Freeman of Mishcon De Reya about his real estate journey from his university days, through to the most recent decision of Palmer Capital to
Opus Land and Aberdeen Standard awarded planning for c.135,000 sq ft industrial unit at Relay Park, Tamworth
Palmer Capital are pleased to announce that Opus Land have been awarded planning permission for a c.135,000 sq ft industrial unit at Relay Park, Tamworth. Permission was granted on the
Alex Price talks to Susan Freeman about his career journey
Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital, recently spoke with Susan Freeman of Mishcon De Reya about his real estate journey from his university days, through to the most recent decision
Palmer Capital’s Company Secretary is running the London Marathon
Sue Curran, who has been Palmer Capital’s Company Secretary for 20 years, will be running the London Marathon later in the year. Sue, who had only taken up running just
The Residential Land Fund has closed with commitments of £70m
Schroder Real Estate and Palmer Capital have completed the final close of the Residential Land Partnership (RLP) with commitments of £70m. The fund was launched in October 2017 to tackle
‘Debt is still not easy to come by in BTR’ – Alex Price sits on Bisnow panel
“Equity is plentiful. But banks hate lending on development at the moment. And they hate lending on speculative development. So that can make it difficult.” Palmer Capital Chief Executive Alex
Palmer Capital has urgent income requirements
Palmer Capital Income Fund (PCIF) has had a successful 12 months, growing to approx. £185M of assets. Recent transactions include: We are urgently looking to acquire
Tony Williamson, Director of Angle Property, comments on their development in Olney
Tony Williamson, Director of Angle Property, spoke with Phone Box Magazine to show their plans within the town of Olney. I am delighted to confirm that, following the
Richard Smith of Opus Land named as one of Midlands most influential property people
Joint managing director at Opus Land, Richard Smith, has been listed in the Insider magazine top 50 people in property. The list includes the most influential people in property development,
Six award shortlisting’s across the Palmer Capital network at this years Property Week & RICS Awards!
We are delighted to announce the shortlisting’s of 6 awards across the Palmer Capital network at this years Property Week and RICS awards. We said it had been a busy year, and
Ed Ellerington, MD of Packaged Living, speaks at BE Networking’s Oxford Cambridge Corridor Development Conference
Built Environment Networking ran their Oxford Cambridge Corridor Development Conference last week to talk about redevelopment plans in the area. The sprawling square in front of Milton
Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation features in EG Magazine
Darryll Colthrust joined the property industry almost a year ago with the goal of helping real estate investor Palmer Capital on its digital transformation. Here the former director of business
Opus Land expand their team with Harry Goodman joining as Associate Development Director
Opus Land are pleased to announce that Harry Goodman has joined the Development Team where he will be responsible for sourcing new development projects for the company. Harry is an
Wrenbridge Land release a teaser video for their 25,000 sq ft office in Clapham Road
Wrenbridge Land’s project at 330 Clapham Road is now taking off, with a new teaser video being released to show off the new 25,000 sq ft grade A office building, jointly
Opus Land completes in Cannock
Opus Land are pleased to announce the completion of the sale of CONNEQT Alpha and CONNEQT Beta in Cannock. The purchase which completed on the 8 January, was a combination of
Emma Murray titled LandAid’s Ambassador of the Month
LandAid, the charity working to fight against youth homelessness, have started their Ambassador of the Month campaign, to further recognise the amazing work their Ambassadors are doing. Each month they
Gavin Bridge of Cubex Land features in Bristol Property Live
Last week Bristol and Me, spoke with Gavin Bridge, executive director of Cubex. See below Gavin’s views on the Bristol market: “When the Courage Brewery closed in 1999 there were about 110
Opus North’s team is growing in 2019
Opus North have set off 2019 with a very exciting start, with Ryan Unsworth having joined the team earlier in the month. Ryan graduated from Northumbria University in 2006 after
Wrenbridge Land’s Basildon scheme launches
Wrenbridge Land have released their video for their industrial scheme; Boxset 62 in Basildon. This prime 62,400 sq ft industrial/warehouse unit is available to let and offers many benefits such
Cubex Land’s Elgan Jones talks about BTR in the property sector
As Bristol grapples with a housing crisis, the big question is where the next swathe of homes will come from? With demand rocketing and supply tight, everyone’s eyes are on
Timelapse camera goes live at Manse Opus Prospero Ansty site
Works at the Prospero Ansty Meggitt facility are now underway and a timelapse camera has been installed at the site. Once complete it will provide the international aerospace and defence
Palmer Capital had a busy 2018 with LandAid
Palmer Capital have now been supporting LandAid in their mission to help end youth homelessness throughout the UK for over four years. LandAid have many initiatives running, and hold various
CEO Alex Price is joining Bisnow’s Build to Rent event
Palmer Capital’s CEO, Alex Price, will be joining the Bisnow’s Outlook & Expansion event to discuss the Build to Rent investment 2019 outlook alongside Angela Russell (Greystar), John German (Invesco) and
Opus North acquire 8.4 acres in Worksop
Opus North, backed by Palmer Capital, have acquired 8.4 acres of land in Worksop, Nottinghamshire from Tesco. The site is located within Worksop, the largest town in the Bassetlaw district
Exclusive developer Q&A: Ed Ellerington of Palmer Capital backed Packaged Living
Packaged Living, backed by Palmer Capital, are a bespoke Build to Rent (B2R) developer and operator at the forefront of the Private Rented Sector (PRS). Having formed last year they’re
Director of Innovation Darryll Colthrust shares his tech predictions for 2019
In 2018, there was a lot of talking and posturing. Myself included. Some of this will fade in 2019, because there is need for a significant push to start implementing
Finzels Reach: Our new journey to inject new life into Bristol’s Medieval heart
Gavin Bridge, Director at Cubex has provided an update on the developments at Finzels Reach in Bristol: “As we near completion on the first phase of Finzels Reach, we’ve been
Wrenbridge Sport and L&G sign up Hollywood Bowl Group in York
Wrenbridge Sport and L&G have signed up Hollywood Bowl Group to take 46,438 sq ft at York Stadium Leisure Complex. The group will open a 24-lane bowling centre and an
Palmer Capital welcome new addition to the acquisitions team as they look to start the new year with a bang
Palmer Capital acquisitions team are delighted to welcome Philip Latham to the team. Phil read Real Estate Finance at Cambridge University before beginning his career working for Amazon as a
Alex Price CEO shares his predictions for 2019
Chief Executive of Palmer Capital, Alex Price, has shared his predictions for 2019 in Property Week, alongside other industry heavyweights, in the first edition of the year. ‘I hope the
Palmer Capital acquires £37.5m Sainsbury’s anchored retail park in Wakefield
Palmer Capital has acquired a Sainsbury’s-anchored retail park in Wakefield for £37.5m from Aberdeen Standard, reflecting a yield of 6.3%. The 66,000 sq ft Sainsbury’s store at Beck Retail Park
Alex Price talks to Property Week about Palmer Capital’s decision to sell up
Just before Christmas, Canada-based Fiera Capital agreed to acquire an 80% stake in Palmer Capital in the latest in a long list of M&A deals involving UK fund managers. In
Opus Land’s Victoria Turnbull features in Bisnow’s ’47 women who will shape the future of UK real estate’
Victoria Turnbull, Joint Managing Director of Opus Land, has made it into Bisnow’s prestigious ’47 women who will shape the future of UK real estate’. As described in Bisnow’s article,
Angle Property welcome the final tenants at 1 Clink Street
Palmer Capital backed Angle Property have now successfully fully let their newly refurbished offices at 1 Clink Street in South East London. The Globe have been welcomed on board by Allsop,
Wrenbridge and Buccleuch buy Clapham’s Luma Building
The building at 330 Clapham Road provides 25,000 sq ft of grade A office accommodation over seven floors along with ground floor retail and was constructed as part of a
Palmer Capital’s CEO discusses Palmer Capital’s 80% stake sale
Palmer Capital’s CEO tells PERE the decision to sell an 80% stake in the £1bn firm to a Canadian manager Fiera Capital was in the upshot of an inflection point
New year, new property company – Palmer Capital are searching for a new London based property company
New year, new property company; Palmer Capital are kick-starting 2019 with a hunt for a new, London-based property company to back. Palmer Capital has been backing some of the most
Palmer Capital doubles-up in Speke
A little over two years after acquiring the adjoining Shop Direct HQ, Palmer Capital has committed further investment capital into Estuary Business Park, Speke, a significant growth area just 8.6
Wrenbridge choose Send a Cow as their ‘Charity of the Year’ for 2019
Wrenbridge Land have successfully finished their search for their charity of the year 2019. Various charitable organisations pitched their work to Wrenbridge over the last few weeks, and the charity that
2018 for Harlex Property – new hire and new property!
2018 has been a big year for Harlex Property. After launching in late 2017, Palmer Capital’s 8th backed property company has, in the last 12 months, added to their team
Bristol’s iconic Generator Building at Finzels Reach sold to be used as co-working space
Developer Cubex alongside Palmer Capital has agreed to sell the striking, historic building. Generator Building, the iconic red brick and stone building by St Philips Bridge at Finzels Reach, is
Opus Land welcome Mark Evans, previously of Gleeds to the team
Opus Land are delighted to announce that Mark Evans has joined their team in Birmingham as a Construction Surveyor. Mark started his career as a trainee Quantity Surveyor in September
East Street Mews takes 2018 by storm
After launching the exciting project earlier this year, Cubex Land and LandAid have been working hard to bring the East Street Mews project to life. The scheme, which is aiming to
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
From all of us at Palmer Capital, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! We would like to thank you for your support throughout 2018 and we
Palmer Capital wraps up a busy 2018!
2018 has been an exceptionally busy year at Palmer Capital, from the sale of Grade A, BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ and award winning Aurora to the launch of Palmer Capital backed Build
Fiera Capital acquires 80% interest in Palmer Capital as it further expands its footprint in Europe
Fiera Capital Corporation (TSX: FSZ) (“Fiera Capital” or the “Firm”), a leading independent asset management firm, announced today that it has reached an agreement for the acquisition of an 80% interest
Gavin Bridge and Peter Walford of Cubex comment on the lack of Grade A office space in Bristol and success at Finzels Reach
Business Leader magazine has published an article, which looks at how the Bristol commercial property sector is evolving and how the needs of scale up businesses looking for Grade A
Opus Land finish off 2018 with a whirlwind of activity
Opus Land are finishing off 2018 in a whirlwind of activity, following the successful sale of 54 Hagley Road, a 140,000+ sq ft multi-let office; a win with joint-venture Manse
Ed Ellerington of BTR developer Packaged Living joined the GM & Liverpool Investment Forum
Ed Ellerington, Managing Director of Packaged Living, joined the GM & Liverpool Investment Forum to discuss the opportunities for growth in Liverpool. Ed was joined by many other property professionals, such
Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation comments on new Coyote software
Coyote Software, a real estate software company, has secured two major new clients to for its deal pipeline and asset management platform – Stenprop, the UK real estate investment trust
Palmer Capital team expands with Finance team hire
Palmer Capital are delighted to welcome Nik Tailor, who has joined the Finance team as Assistant Financial Controller. Nik studied Biomedical Sciences at university, before pursuing a career in finance
Ed Ellerington of Packaged Living joins panel of experts to discuss how to create real communities in BTR
Ed Ellerington of Packaged Living joined a panel of experts to discuss communities and build-to-rent development. Panel members included industry heavyweights such as Philip Laney, Chief Executive and Co-Founder of
LandAid Ambassador Christmas celebration takes place at Palmer Capital HQ
Palmer Capital were delighted to host this year’s LandAid Ambassador Christmas drinks at their offices on Bruton Street, in Mayfair. Together with LandAid, they welcomed over 50 ambassadors for an evening of mince pies, festive
Cubex Land reveal plans for new homes and offices as part of next phase of Finzels Reach
Bristol developer Cubex has drawn up plans to transform the former headquarters site of Avon Fire and Rescue in Bristol city centre into new homes and offices, forming the next
Scotland based developer Manse LLP celebrates a successful 2018
Scotland based developer Manse LLP is celebrating a successful 2018 in style, by raising a glass with their nearest and dearest at popular local wine bar, Le Di-Vin on Randolph
Palmer Capital CEO Alex Price joins panel session at PERE Dubai
On the 5th December, Alex Price, CEO of Palmer Capital joined a panel session at PERE Dubai. Alex joined a group of industry experts, including Brian Ward, Global CEO of
Cubex Land steams ahead with transformation of historic Brewery Buildings
Work is now well under way on creating an exciting new part of Finzels Reach that is set to become a new social hotspot for Bristol as well as the
Wrenbridge Land and Buccleuch Property break ground at Quadron, The Bridge
On Tuesday 27 November, Buccleuch Property and Wrenbridge Land were pleased to host the ground breaking ceremony for their new speculative industrial development called Quadron at The Bridge in Dartford.
London expansion set to benefit Harlow Enterprise Zone
Uttlesford District Council have approved plans for London Stansted’s expansion from 35 million to 43 million passengers a year following huge support from the region. The growth is set to
Palmer Capital’s Money-Maker challenge has best year yet, raising c. £25,000!
In its third year running, Palmer Capital has managed to double the amount raised from last years competition, raising an outstanding £24,795.93. All monies have been donated to Landaid, the
Hagley Road sold on behalf of SEDCO Capital by Palmer Capital for £24.25m
SEDCO Capital, Palmer Capital and Opus Land are delighted to announce the sale of 54 Hagley Road in Birmingham via a corporate transaction for £24.25m, reflecting a net initial yield
Palmer Capital spin their way to raise money for LandAid…
As part of this years Palmer Capital Money Maker challenge which raises money for LandAid, we are holding a spinathon. The challenge is for two teams to ride a total of
LandAid Ambassador Christmas Drinks 2018
We are hosting this year’s LandAid Ambassador Christmas drinks at our offices on Bruton Street, in Mayfair. The evening will be filled with mince pies, festive celebrations and an opportunity
Strong future ahead for Colworth Science Park
Wrenbridge, a leading UK property company, backed by Palmer Capital, is set to sell Colworth Science Park (‘the Park’), a leading commercial research and development centre in the heart of
We wish to back a London based property company!
Are you entrepreneurial? Can you identify value in London? Do you want to run your own company? Palmer Capital has been backing some of the most active property companies across
BBC Points West tours East Street Mews
In October, East Street Mews team were really pleased to welcome some young people from 1625 Independent People* who have been affected by homelessness along to our Bedminster site to meet BBC Points
Ed Ellerington of Packaged Living talks PRS at Insider’s Generation Rent breakfast
The private rented sector (PRS) must have patience when it comes to new types of housing, the managing director of Urbanbubble has told Insider’s Generation Rent breakfast. Michael Howard was speaking on
Full House for Palmer Capital at their 4th annual poker tournament in aid of LandAid
Last night, industry heavyweights joined together to play their hand and raise money for LandAid at the 2018 Palmer Capital Charity Poker Tournament sponsored by Forsters. The event was held
First building takes shape at Harlow Science Park
Construction work is progressing well, and ahead of schedule, on the Harlow Science Park with the completion of the first steel frame this week. Work commenced in September on Anglia
Despite the noise…we’re still buying!
Following one of our busiest quarters, in the last 12 months we have transacted c. £500 million, on 33 properties, in 32 different towns and cities across the UK with
Harlex win Gerald Eve LandAid Treasure Hunt!
This year, in aid of LandAid, Gerald Eve hosted the first Great Manchester Property Hunt. Teams of up to four participants were tasked with solving eight clues from across Manchester,
Manse Opus wins ‘Property Deal of the Year’ at this years West Midlands Property Awards
We are delighted to report that Manse Opus has won ‘Property Deal of the Year’ at the 2018 West Midlands Property Awards for the letting of 490,000 sq ft at Prospero, Ansty to Meggitt. In November 2017, Manse and Opus Land, were
Gavin Bridge of Cubex Land becomes Chairman of LandAid South West Board
We are delighted to confirm that Gavin Bridge or Cubex Land has been made Chairman of the LandAid South West Board. Made up of 12 leading figures from the property
Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation at Palmer Capital speaking at PlaceTech Trend Talk
Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation at Palmer Capital will be speaking at PlaceTech Trend Talk. This half day event will take place on the 31 October 2018, from 08.00am to 12.00pm
Ed Ellerington joins Insider North West’s Residential Property Breakfast
The latest property phenomenon – build-to-rent (BTR) properties for Generation Rent – will be on the agenda at Insider’s upcoming North West Residential Property Breakfast. Outside London, the region has the highest
Dublin City Council announce plans for 6,000-seater stadium at Dalymount Park
Local soccer fans and residents from Phibsboro, Cabra and surrounding areas attended information meetings at Dalymount Park last week to hear the latest developments on plans for the new Northside stadium.
‘Boom Town’ – Finzel’s Reach Cask Store features in Bristol Life magazine
Bristol Life magazine has run a feature in it’s latest edition, which looks at the local new-build scheme in the city. In the spread, they have asked a cross-section of
Manse Opus Shortlisted for West Midlands Property Awards ‘Property Deal of the Year’
Palmer Capital backed Manse Opus has been shortlisted for ‘Property Deal of the Year’ at this years West Midlands Property Awards for the letting of 490,000 sq ft at Prospero, Ansty to
Osborne Clarke raise over £3k for Palmer Capital’s 2018 LandAid Moneymaker challenge…
Osborne Clarke took on the mammoth task of walking from Cubex Land’s Finzels Reach in Bristol to Danescroft’s Bromley by Bow, London this month. The walk totaled 120 miles and
The Guinness Partnership acquires Danescroft’s Bromley-by-Bow site and plans 900 new homes
Affordable housing provider Guinness Partnership has successfully completed the acquisition of a residential scheme in Bromley-by-Bow from Danescroft, with backing from Palmer Capital.
Gavin Bridge, Cubex Land speaking at Movers and Shakers: Who’s Developing the South West?
Gavin Bridge of Palmer Capital backed Cubex Land is speaking at the upcoming Movers and Shakers ‘Who’s Developing the South West’ breakfast seminar. The breakfast seminar will explore the opportunities
Darryll Colthrust becomes member of the Future: PropTech Advisor Board
We are delighted to confirm that Darryll Colthrust, Head of Innovation at Palmer Capital has been confirmed as a member of the Future: PropTech Advisory Board. The role of the
10 spaces remaining at the Palmer Capital charity poker tournament in aid of LandAid
We are pleased to announce that this years’ Palmer Capital charity Poker Tournament will be taking place at The Haymarket Hotel on the 8 November. The event, sponsored by Forsters,
Ground broken at Harlow Science Park
Construction has today started on Harlow Science Park, a 27 acre office and research development located within the Harlow Enterprise Zone, Essex. When completed the new development will provide more
Why my company decided to sponsor an empty home
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″] [et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] It is a startling fact that young people in the UK are three times more likely to experience homelessness than the rest of
Harlex Property’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge is a huge success
Last week saw 14 teams come together to compete in Harlex’s inaugural golf day in aid of LandAid. The day was a great success and raised a total of £4,000
Bristol Brewer to open a new brewpub at Cubex’s Finzels Reach
Bristol-based microbrewer Left Handed Giant is to open a new brewpub at Finzel’s Reach after raising more than £1m through a crowdfunding drive. The brewer, which is looking to increase
Danescroft’s Paul Kucewicz promoted to Associate Director
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Danescroft are very pleased to announce that Paul Kucewicz has been promoted to Associate Director – Development Management. Paul joined the Danescroft
Wrenbridge seeks new deals following spending spree
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Property developer Wrenbridge is “actively” seeking new opportunities following a spate of acquisitions this summer. So far in 2018 the company has
Drone helps market new `state of art` warehouse
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] One of the country’s most accessible distribution sites has turned to drone technology to help market a `state of the art` highly-sustainable warehousewhich
Darryll Colthrust talks in EG’s Tech Magazine about implementing a data stretegy
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] When I started, I promised (at the EG TechTalk Live) that, where possible, I would share
Partners celebrate Wrenbridge Sport’s York Community Stadium as progress continues
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/wrenbridge-sport-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Construction on the new York Stadium Leisure Complex has reached a major milestone as partners came together for
Cubex Land & Palmer Capital’s, office building, Aurora gets ANOTHER award…
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cubex-logo-1.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Last night, Cubex Land attended the Insider Property South West Awards following three shortlisting’s for: Commercial Development of the
James Nicholson features in Deal Makerz’s Manchester Magnates
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] James Nicholson, Managing Director of Harlex Property, features in Deal Makerz’s Manchester Magnantes: Meet the Property Developers Changing the City,
Palmer Capital keeps rolling with Eddie Stobart Sherburn acquisition
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Palmer Capital and SEDCO Capital have concluded the successful acquisition from NFU of a highly reversionary Eddie Stobart distribution warehouse for £31.75m, reflecting a
Grouse and Grape annual luncheon in aid of Parkinsons
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] For the third year running, the Grouse & Grape Luncheon will be held in support of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust, a
Stellar day for Harlex Property with the acquisition of Wyevale Garden centre
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/harlex-logo-1.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Harlex Property are delighted to announce the acquisition of a former Wyevale Garden Centre in Altrincham, on a site
Angle Property proposals for Kings Langley brownfield site
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Following pre-application consultation with the local community, Angle Property has submitted plans to Dacorum Borough Council to redevelop a section of previously
LandAid’s Steptober begins!
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Today is the first day of the LandAid Steptober step challenge. Across the UK, the property industry
Cubex Land win yet another award for Aurora, at Finzels Reach…
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cubex-logo-1.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Cubex Land, a leading South West developer, backed by Palmer Capital who has won yet another award for
Why 54 Hagley Road is the place for you
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] 54 Hagley Road, is the recently renovated, contemporary and secure working environment in Birmingham. The 16 storey building, which features in Opus Land’s portfolio, offers everything
Opus North’s The Edge, Hillsborough Barracks refurb is complete
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] The Edge, situated at Opus North’s shopping centre complex in Hillsborough Barracks, has now completed its refurbishment. Hillsborough Barracks is in
Ed Ellerington, Packaged Living Director, discusses his plans with Place North West
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.15″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Packaged Living is the latest developer operator to join the build-to-rent boom, with a £25m pot to invest in finding
Another huge win for Wrenbridge Sport
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wrenbridge-sport-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Wrenbridge Sport have bagged another award for their project at York Community Stadium at last night’s EG Awards. The
Wrenbridge’s The Grafton gets Retail Gazette’s spotlight feature
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] L&G, alongside asset managers Wrenbridge, have pumped £28.5 million into redeveloping the city’s now 500,000sq ft shopping centre The Grafton,
Osborne Clarke’s LandAid Money Maker Event
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Osborne Clarke are hosting a‘walk the distance’ event during the beginning of October for the Palmer Capital LandAid Money Maker
Gavin Bridge earns a top 10 spot in Insider South West’s Property Power 50
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cubex-logo-1.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Gavin Bridge, Director of Cubex Land, has been awarded the number 6 spot in Insider South West’s Property Power 50.
Wrenbridge 25th anniversary celebration
To celebrate its 25th anniversary in the property industry, Palmer Capital backed Wrenbridge held a drinks and dinner reception at the iconic Clare College in Cambridge earlier this month. Wrenbridge
Aidan Robson joins Danescroft’s Team
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Danescroft Land have expanded their team with Aidan Robson having joined this week as an Associate Director (planning).
Palmer Capital appoint Charles Allen to the board…
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the appointment of Charles Allen to the board of directors. Charles
Cubex Land & Fiera Real Estate achieve record sale of landmark office, Aurora, for £62.13m
Cubex Land, a leading South West property developer backed by Palmer Capital, has successfully exchanged with completion to shortly follow, the Landmark Grade A office building, Aurora for £62.13m to Royal London Asset Management, achieving a 4.75% net initial
Inside Cubex Land’s East Street Mews Project
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.12.1″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cubex-logo-1.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] An abandoned piano, a shopping trolley and a collapsed roof are all that is left
Darryll Colthrust will join PlaceTech’s Trend Talk in October
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”off” specialty=”off”][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.12.1″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-black-logo.png” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.12.1″] Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation at Palmer Capital will be speaking at PlaceTech Trend Talk on the 31
Palmer Capital’s current deal requirements
Palmer Capital and our Property Companies have been working hard, having acquired 3 new assets in Q3 so far, with more in the pipeline. Last month also saw the announcement of Palmer
Angle Property’s Marsham House is nearing completion
The scaffolding has now come down at the residential scheme in Gerrards Cross. Marsham House, the modern-look apartment building which was developed by Angle Property, offers buyers the advantages of
Harlex Property’s Team is expanding…
Harlex Property, is delighted to announce its expansion with the hire of Mark Nicholson, former Vita Group Acquisitions Director. Harlex Property is Palmer Capital’s 8th backed property company, the first
Wrenbridge & Buccleuch get council backing for Dartford Industrial
Buccleuch Property and Wrenbridge have received planning permission from Dartford Borough Council to develop four new warehouse units within the council-backed mixed-use business park The Bridge. Totalling 45,500 sq ft,
Ed Ellerington joins the RESI Convention 2018
Ed Ellerington, Director of Packaged Living, will be taking to the stand at this year’s RESI Convention, being held at Celtic Manor, Wales on 12th-14th September. Ed will be taking
Wrenbridge & Buccleuch’s Axion Warehouse nearing completion
Wrenbridge’s Axion Belvedere development, a 68,000 sq ft warehouse being funded by Buccleuch property, is now nearing completion. The building has been forward sold to Orchard Street Investment Management, with
Opus North raise £2,500 for Nell Bank
Last Friday, Opus North held their charity bike ride through Ilkley for the third year running. This year, they chose to donate all earnings to Nell Bank, a local organisation
Angle Property’s Thame is progressing well
Angle Property’s scheme at Kingsmead Business Park, Thame, is picking up the pace for Q3 2018. A consultation evening was held on 20th July 2018, with a lot of positive comments
Palmer Capital aims to break mould with new BTR venture…
Palmer Capital is launching a build-to-rent (BTR) business called Packaged Living, with the aim of delivering 1,500 units over the next three years. The first scheme Packaged Living will bring
Two Palmer Capital funded schemes shortlisted for 2 awards…
Cubex Land backed by Palmer Capital has been shortlisted at this year’s Insider Property Awards – South West 2018. Cubex have secured a nomination for both Commercial Development of the Year
Wrenbridge & Palmer Capital forward sell prime, grade A, 53,000sq ft industrial development
Wrenbridge, a leading UK property developer, has successfully forward sold their 53,000 sq. ft. speculative development, Centron, at Crawley for £13.25m to TH Real Estate. Stonehill Partners acted for Wrenbridge and
Gavin Bridge talks about East Street Mews
John Darvall of BBC Radio Bristol interviewed Gavin Bridge of Cubex Land and David Walton of Developing Health & Independence about the East Street Mews project, housing and homelessness in Bristol.
Midlands LandAid 10k…
The LandAid Midlands 10k run is back for another year, being held at Longbridge in Birmingham. The event, sponsored by St Modwen, will also offer a 5k option for those
Exciting opportunity to join Opus Land….
The team at Opus Land are looking for an entrepreneurial, motivated individual to join their team to help grow the business. They are looking for an individual with the following
One of Palmer Capital’s teams take on Snowdon for the LandAid Money Maker Challenge
This year, as part of Palmer Capital’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge, Beth Coakley, Marketing assistant at Palmer Capital and her partner will be taking on Mount Snowdon in an effort to climb
Opus North’s 3rd annual charity bike ride
Opus North are, once again, hosting their annual charity bike ride; this year in aid of Nell Bank (http://www.nellbank.com/) which is an outdoor education centre currently fundraising for an Assisted
Get involved in Harlex’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge
Harlex Property are running a charity golf day in aid of the Palmer Capital LandAid Money Maker Challenge 2018. On 2nd October, you can join James for a day of fun, competition, food
Aviva Investors acquires £73.4m manufacturing “super site“ pre-let to Meggitt
Aviva Investors has bought a 490,000 sq ft industrial scheme at Prospero Ansty for £73.4m (c. €82.1m) for its Lime Property fund. The transaction is believed to be one of
Harlow Science Park features in the UKSPA Breakthrough Magazine
New UKSPA member; Harlow Science Park provides an exciting new development comprising 35 acres of land capable of delivering 675,000 sq ft of brand new buildings for the science and
Plans for the LandAid Money Maker Challenge 2018
This year’s LandAid Money Maker Challenge has started off with much excitement, with 9 teams having signed up so far with lots of interesting ideas in the pipeline. As a reminder, each
Rupert Sheldon will be joining the IPF Finance Workshop
On Monday 15th October, Rupert Sheldon will be joining the ‘Introduction to Finance’ workshop alongside other speakers such as Chris Holmes (JLL) and Duncan Reilly (The Howard Group). The workshop
East Street Mews update
For those of you who don’t yet know, East Street Mews is a new ground breaking initiative being undertaken by one of our Property Companies, Cubex, alongside many other businesses,
Wrenbridge Land expand their team
Wrenbridge Land are expanding their team after having hired Jamie Garrett. Jamie joined the Wrenbridge team in 2018 having previously worked for Bidwells in Cambridge where he was responsible for
Angle Property’s Amersham apartments are now available to reserve….
Angle Property’s development at 67-75 Sycamore Road, Amersham is on target for practical completion in Autumn 2018. The development, named Regent Place, is situated only a 5 minute walk from Amersham Rail
The career journey of Emma Cullen, Chief Operating Officer
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.12.1″][et_pb_column type=”3_4″][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”3.12.1″ comments=”off” featured_image=”off” /][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.15″ src=”https://www.palmercapital.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/palmer-capital-team-emma-cullen.jpg” border_radii=”on|50%|50%|50%|50%” max_width=”70%” module_alignment=”right” /][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″] Perhaps a little surprising given her current broad commercial role, Emma embarked upon her
Wrenbridge’s Charity World Cup…
Wrenbridge are, once again, hosting their infamous World Cup at Linton College Sports Club in aid of Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust on 3rd August. 25 teams have signed up and are now in training for
Data is pointless without the right people to use it
There’s universal acceptance that technology is driving a seismic shift in commercial real estate. Becoming a truly data-driven and technology-enabled business is a task occupying the minds of the industry’s
Finzels Reach Market nominated for an award
Finzels Reach Market, part of Cubex’ s project in Bristol, has been nominated for the Best Event category by Crumbs Magazine. The awards are to celebrate the amazing food in
Palmer Capital’s team is expanding…
Palmer Capital have hired Alex Baker as an Associate Director in their Value Add REIM team, where he will be working principally on the underwriting of new acquisitions and management
Wrenbridge nominated for Developer of the Year at this years IAS awards…
Wrenbridge are lapping up the award nominations so far this year, and have received yet another one for the IAS Awards 2018. Wrenbridge have been shortlisted for Developer of the
Work starts to transform Cubex’s Fermentation Building at Finzel’s Reach
Preparatory works have begun at the historic Fermentation Buildings at Finzels Reach to transform the former brewery into a hub for businesses in the heart of Bristol. The Fermentation Buildings
Say hello to Origin at Harlow Science Park
Harlow Science Park, the new destination for businesses focussing on science, technology, research and innovation is offering bespoke freehold & leasehold laboratory and office space. A new collection of grade
Opus North Sell £51.7m Hillsborough Morrisons
Opus North, a leading Yorkshire property developer backed by Palmer Capital, has successfully sold a Morrisons supermarket at Hillsborough Barracks in Sheffield to a supermarket Income REIT for £51.7m reflecting
Gavin Bridge is joining the West of England Economic Growth Conference
Gavin Bridge, Director at Cubex Land, will be presenting at the West of England Economic Growth Conference on 11th October. The event, which is set to bring together the region’s
MCS Group completes Opus Land’s Cannock warehouse
Funding for the project came from Bridges Ventures, Finance Birmingham and a grant from Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership. The completion of the 153,635 sq ft industrial unit
First steps on our digital journey
When I started, I promised (at the EG TechTalk Live) that, where possible, I would share what we’re doing and the things we’re learning. So…in 2018/19, Palmer Capital is focussing on data.
Palmer Capital’s Current Deal Requirements – c.£400m to Deploy into UK Real Estate
Palmer Capital and our Property Companies have had a busy few weeks having acquired 7 new assets throughout the quarter. The Residential Land Partnership, which was launched in November 2017,
Super Prime Midlands Industrial site acquired in Tamworth
Aberdeen Standard Investments, acting on behalf of an Institutional Client and with Opus Land as developer, is pleased to confirm that it has acquired a 7.1 acre site at Kinsall
Opus North secures planning for a 72 unit scheme in Spofforth
Opus North, a leading Yorkshire property developer is delighted to have secured planning consent for a new 72-home estate in the village of Spofforth in North Yorkshire. The Ilkley-based property
Specialist Sports Developer, Wrenbridge Sport, Scores in Niche Market
Come November, many of property’s rugby-mad execs will be being wined and dined in six floors of new hospitality at Twickenham for the autumn internationals. What they might not realise,
East Street Mews – Uniting to reduce youth homelessness
As you will have heard, East Street Mews is the amazing new life-changing initiative in Bristol which has many well-known companies uniting to reduce youth homelessness. The aim of this amazing project
Darryll Colthrust shortlisted at this years EG Tech Awards
Darryll Colthrust, who was appointed as Director of Innovation in March this year, has already been nominated for an award within his first 4 months! He will be attending the
Wrenbridge and Legal & General Welcome their First Restaurant into Grafton, Cambridge
Independently owned Amélie, has signed for the new dining quarter. Food Social will be housed in the reconfigured former BHS unit as part of a £28.5m, 24-month refurbishment programme. It
Spaces Agree Pre-let at Wrenbridge & Palmer Capital’s Woking One Scheme
Global co-working office provider Spaces has agreed a 10-year lease on 39,000 sq ft of offices at Woking One, a 60,000 sq ft mixed-use development located opposite Woking Railway Station
Ground broken on Manse Opus 2 million sq. ft. site at Prospero Ansty
Manse Opus a joint venture between Manse LLP and Opus Land based in the West Midlands marked the start of their 200 acre industrial development on the aptly named Prospero site
Works at Wrenbridge Sport’s York Community Stadium are progressing swiftly
The large project at York Community Stadium, which will deliver an 8,000 seat stadium and various other leisure facilities, is progressing swiftly as the structural construction works are over half
Opus North take to their bikes for the CBRE UK Great North Property Bike Ride 2018
Opus North have very kindly sponsored the Great North Property Bike Ride which is set to take place on 12th September at the Broughton Hall Estate in Skipton. The route winds
Harlow Science Park launch its Modus building brochure
The Hello Harlow Development, also known as Harlow Science Park, being developed by Wrenbridge Land and Vinci Developments in partnership with Harlow Enterprize Zone has launched it first look of the Modus Building, which is due for completion in
Cubex Land’s Fermentation Building is Being Turned into a Food Market for One Night Only
Bristol is home to a number of cracking street food markets from ST Nicks to the bi-weekly Temple Quay fiesta. But there’s always room for one more, and the latest
Cubex Buys Former Fire Station Headquarters Site in Bristol for Mixed-Use Scheme
On behalf of Palmer Capital Development Fund IV (PCDFIV), a programmatic venture between CBRE GIP and Palmer Capital, Bristol developer Cubex has unconditionally purchased the former headquarters site of Avon Fire and Rescue in Bristol city centre. The acquisition for an undisclosed sum follows
The Residential Land Partnership already 60% invested in first 6 months…
Residential Land Partnership (‘RLP’), managed by Schroder Real Estate in association with Palmer Capital, has successfully deployed more than half of its equity since launch in late 2017. The latest
Wrenbridge to Deliver 223,000 sq ft Speculative Warehouse Scheme in Basildon
On behalf of Palmer Capital Development Fund IV (PCDFIV), a programmatic venture between CBRE Global Investment Partners (GIP) and Palmer Capital, Wrenbridge have entered into a joint venture with the
Sale of Discovery Park Complete
Palmer Capital and its co-owners Trevor Cartner and Chris Musgrave have completed the sale of the residential/retail land around Discovery Park in Kent, the former UK headquarters of Pfizer. The
Cubex Land’s Castle Bridge wins Architectural award at this years design awards
We are pleased to announce that Cubex Land won the Architectural Award for Finzel’s Reach Castle Bridge at the Design Awards last night. Finzels Reach, one of the largest mixed
Danescroft’s Albion Court Completes Phase 1
Albion Court, Danescroft’s joint venture with GSP Real Estate in Hammersmith has completed phase 1 of the development, with 23 units having now been sold at their 53 studio development,
Cubex Land get the Green Light for Plans to Transform Iconic Generator Building at Finzels Reach
The go-ahead has been given to plans to create unique office space for the tech, creative and media sectors within Bristol’s striking Generator Building at Finzels Reach. The iconic red
Marsham House in Gerrards Cross offers buyers the best of both worlds
Homebuyers securing themselves one of the eagerly anticipated apartments for sale at Marsham House are set to benefit from all the advantages of the scheme’s central location – including a
Last remaining units at Wrenbridge’s scheme in Tufton Street
Hundreds of thousands of smiles have been put onto the faces of those who have received parcels and letters from what used to be the post office on Tufton Street.
Darryll will be joining the Tech Panel at PERE Europe
On 27th-28th June, Darryll Colthurst, Director of Innovation at Palmer Capital, will be taking to the panel at this years PERE Europe’s conference in London. The event’s keynote speakers have
Angle Property’s Marsham House Launches this Weekend
Angle Property’s development at Marsham House, Gerrards Cross is launching its show home between 10am-5pm this Saturday & Sunday. These luxury homes are available on the Help to Buy scheme,
Darryll Colthrust has been shortlisted for EG’s Bridging the Gap Award
We are pleased to announce that Darryll Colthrust, Director of Innovation, who joined Palmer Capital in March this year, has been shortlisted for EG’s Bridging the Gap Award which is
Wrenbridge Sport Nominated for Regional Deal of the Year at this year EG Awards
Wrenbridge Sport are on a roll in 2018, and have now received yet another award nomination. Wrenbridge Sport are joining the likes of Patron Capital and Legal and General Investment
Entry is Now Open for the Palmer Capital LandAid Money Maker Challenge 2018
The Palmer Capital LandAid Money Maker Challenge 2018 has been open for less than a fortnight and has already had various teams sign up. The aim of the game is
Danescroft’s Bromley by Bow site shortlisted at this year’s New London Awards
We are thrilled to announce that Palmer Capital backed Danescroft’s major mixed use scheme in Bromley by Bow, London, E3 has been shortlisted in the New London Awards mixed-use category.
Angle Property secure two more lettings at Clink Street scheme
Angle Property have completed two further lettings at the newly refurbished Victorian warehouse scheme at 1 Clink Street SE1, close to Borough Market and London Bridge. Following the letting of
Meggitt reaches for the sky from its new base
Aerospace engineer is pooling its resources at a £130m innovation centre on the edge of Coventry A millennium ago north Warwickshire was in the family of Godgifu who, better known
Colworth Park are Offering 50% Off Your First Meeting Room Booking
The conference and events team at Colworth Park, Bedfordshire’s leading innovation centre, are offering 50% off your first meeting room booking between 23rd July – 31st August 2018. The newly
Move Your Business to 54 Hagley Road, Birmingham
54 Hagley Road, the contemporary and recently refurbished office building situated in the heart of Birmingham city centre, has availability for your business. This highly accessible building is only a
Palmer Capital complete first deal on Milton Keynes Site…
The first deal has been completed on the last remaining undeveloped site in the centre of Milton Keynes owned by Palmer Capital. The site originally known as CBX3 Phase 2
Angle Property submitted plans 11 acre Shepperton Site
Shepperton, the site which was acquired by Angle Property in December 2017, has now had plans submitted for 57 new homes, including 28 affordable homes, and a 72 bed care
The LandAid Money Maker Challenge is Making a Return for its Third Year
Palmer Capital are happy to announce that the LandAid Money Maker Challenge is making a return for the third year running – but this year it’s being revamped. We are
Angle Property Secures Planning Consent to Enable £80m Regeneration of St Albans City Centre
Property developer, Angle Property, has obtained planning permission for a large mixed-use regeneration project in St. Albans city centre on behalf of Palmer Capital Development Fund III (PCDFIII), a programmatic
Angle Property Welcome a New Tenant to No. 1 Clink Street
Angle Property have welcomed Global Accounting Network to Number 1 Clink Street, following the completion of a new 10 year lease! GAN will join the mixed use development alongside The
Core UK Real Estate: Time to Invest?
I was at a drinks party before Christmas where the mood in the room was mixed about the prospects for UK real estate for the year ahead. An industry friend of mine
Cubex are Launching their LandAid Project
On Thursday 24th May, Cubex Land are partnering with LandAid to launch their plans to support the City Council and local partners in their scheme to help end youth homelessness in
Palmer Capital Deal Requirements
Palmer Capital continue to grow their portfolio after successfully second closing The Residential Land Partnership with c. £15m of new commitments giving the fund firepower to transact on c. £50m,
Palmer Capital are getting ready for the LandAid 10k Run
There is now less than a month to go until Palmer Capital joins the LandAid 10k run through Clapham Common on 7th June. The largest property industry 10k challenge will
Opus North Due to Start Work on Llandudno Landmark Scheme
Demolition work is set to resume on a dilapidated Llandudno landmark. Opus North will restart work on the Tudno Castle Hotel site in the coming weeks. Work on the £10
Wrenbridge Land & Buccleuch Property Launch 25,000 sq. ft. of Brand New Premium Office Space in Clapham
Luma, the brand new 25,000 sq ft grade A office building, jointly developed by Wrenbridge Land and Buccleuch Property, has launched. The newly built office building encompasses features such as
Colworth Park Secures a New Science Company Letting
The leading research and development park at Colworth Park, Bedfordshire has secured a new tenant. MIP Diagnostics, a spin-out from the University of Leicester, are planning to upgrade from the
Cubex Land are Co-Hosting a Talk & Tour of Aurora, Bristol on 7th June
Cubex Land will be joining The Bush Consultancy and Hydrock for a talk and tour of their Aurora development – the first BREEAM Outstanding and WiredScore Platinum building outside of
Wrenbridge Land Finalists for the Property Week Industrial & Logistics Awards
Wrenbridge are still riding the high from winning Property Week’s Deal of the Year award two weeks ago and have now been nominated for another award at Property Week’s Industrial
Darryll Colthrust is joining the AI Summit in London
Darryll Colthrust is attending this year’s AI Summit – the world’s largest AI event for business. Being held on 13-14 June, the event will see over 10,000 attendees join together
Ray Palmer Awarded Entrepreneur of the Year
We are delighted to announce that Palmer Capital’s Chairman & Founder was awarded “Entrepreneur of the Year” award at the PROPS awards yesterday in aid of Variety, the children’s charity.
Darryll Colthrust is joining the panel at EG’s The Workplace of Tomorrow Event
Darryll Colthrust, Palmer Capital’s Director of Innovation, is joining the panel at EG People: The Workplace of Tomorrow talk on 22nd May; focusing on ‘How to future proof your workforce’.
Palmer Capital & Ray Palmer are Finalists Once Again
Palmer Capital and its Founder and Chairman, Ray Palmer, have been shortlisted for two nominations at the PROPs Awards being held on 8th May; Ray for ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’
Opus Land win Commercial Development of the Year at this years RICS Awards
Last night Opus Land came home champions, having won “Commercial Development of the Year” award at this year’s RICS awards for their Kingswood Lakeside development in Cannock. Opus Land worked
Bristol’s Greenest Office Building Achieves WiredScore’s Highest Connectivity Rating
Aurora, one of the very few office buildings being built speculatively in the city, has been awarded the highest rating for connectivity, achieving a Wired Certified Platinum rating. This follows
Finzels Reach Holds a Topping Out Ceremony – Bringing New Ways of Renting Closer for Bristolians
The mid-market rentals will have no admin fees, Wi-Fi included and contracts of up to three years available. Grainger plc, the UK’s largest residential landlord, topped out its Hawkins Lane
PropTech – Approach with Caution
I have a fantastic idea to sell to corporates. I’m going to develop a tool that uses APIs to scrape social media platforms, deploying Artificial Intelligence to build a profile of
Works are Well Underway on Opus Land’s CONNEQT Developments
Construction has now commenced on the CONNEQT Alpha & CONNEQT Beta buildings which are situated in a prime business location in the heart of the UK with superb transport links.
Opus Land’s Victoria Turnbull is taking to the panel at Bisnow’s Birmingham State of the Market event
Victoria Turnbull, Managing Director at Opus Land, is joining the panel for Bisnow’s event tomorrow (Thursday 25th April) to discuss attracting investment and driving development in Birmingham. The event, presented
Palmer Capital Return for the LandAid 10k Run
On Thursday 7th June the team at Palmer Capital are, once again, taking on the LandAid 10k run at Clapham Common. So far we have a team of 7 taking
Wrenbridge Sport take home the Award for Deal of the Year at this years Property Week Awards
It was celebrations all round on Tuesday evening at this year’s Property Week awards where we were delighted to see Wrenbridge Sport take home the award for “Property Deal of
How to Demonstrate Property’s Potential for Good
Last year I attended an Estate Gazette City Talks event where one of the panellists, a residential developer, expressed his view to a City Councillor co-panellist that he wanted to
Wrenbridge add 400,000 sq ft of Warehouse Stock to Pipeline
In a joint venture with the private landowner, Wrenbridge have secured 25 acres in Rainham, close to the A13 adding a further 400,000 sq ft to the company’s warehouse/logistics pipeline
Hello Harlow’s Hotel Plot Available for Freehold & Leasehold
The Hello Harlow Development, also known as Harlow Science Park, being developed by Wrenbridge Land and Vinci Developments in partnership with Harlow Enterprize Zone has its amazing hotel plot available for
Ground-breaking initiative to provide vital affordable housing set to transform lives of Bristol’s young homeless
A ground-breaking initiative has been set up by a team of local businesses, charities and property experts to create vital housing that will transform the lives of young homeless people
Palmer Capital’s Investment Requirements – c.£400m to deploy into UK Real Estate
In only the fourth month of 2018, Palmer Capital have already completed on c. £18m of acquisitions and have a further £400m to deploy into UK real estate. Palmer Capital are
A Successful Second Close for the Residential Land Partnership
Three further pension schemes have committed capital to the Residential Land Partnership (RLP), managed by Schroder Real Estate in association with Palmer Capital. Capital commitments from five UK local authority
Tenants of 54 Hagley Road Discuss What Attracts Employers to Birmingham
It has recently been announced that office take up in Birmingham reached record levels last year, but what are the deciding factors for businesses when searching for office space to
The Generator Building at Cubex Land and Palmer Capital’s Finzels Reach Development is set to Power a New Wave of Media
The striking red brick and stone building which originally housed the generator for Bristol’s tram system is set to get a new lease of life as offices for tech, creative
Prospero, Ansty Obtains Planning Consent for £130m Meggitt Building
Manse Opus have achieved planning consent for one of the largest Midlands industrial lettings in over a decade. Planning consent has been granted to the joint venture between Opus Land
Wrenbridge Sport have been shortlisted for Property Week’s Deal of the Year Award 2018
It comes as no surprise that Wrenbridge Sport are one of the finalists in the running for Property Week’s Deal of the Year Award 2018 for their York Community Stadium
Two More Nominations for Palmer Capital following PROPs Awards Shortlist Announcement
We are delighted to announce Palmer Capital have received a further two nominations this week; this time for the PROPs Awards in May. We have been shortlisted for ‘Property Fund
Emma Murray nominated for LandAid’s Outstanding Ambassador Award
2018 has already seen many nominations for Palmer Capital and the team and we are only three months into the year! The tradition is being upheld following Palmer Capital’s Business
Angle Property Host an Exhibition at Kingsmead Business Park
On Wednesday 28th March, Angle Property are hosting an exhibition at Kingsmead Business Park, Thame, to discuss their plans for the site with residents and stakeholders. The site currently comprises
Could this be the year Ray Palmer joins Property Week’s Hall of Fame…
In April 2016, Property Week launched the Property Hall of Fame, which aims to celebrate the legends of property by rewarding them with the accolade of a lifetime achievement award.
Victoria Turnbull of Opus Land discusses the benefit of the HS2 at EG’s Birmingham Question Time
Infrastructure and how to benefit from Brexit were two big themes at EG’s first Question Time event of the year, held at Legal & General’s One Colmore Square in Birmingham.
Opus North Receive Go Ahead for Tudno Castle Redevelopment
Work on the Tudno Castle Hotel is set to begin in May. Developers received the final go ahead from the Conwy Council’s planning committee earlier this year and have been
EG Awards: How winners stand out from the crowd
With the entry deadline for the EG Awards barely a month away, our judges are readying themselves for two days of intensive judging at the top of the BT Tower
Rupert Sheldon successfully completes the L & G Cycle to MIPIM…
Rupert Sheldon, Palmer Capital’s Head of Core REIM, has completed his 1,500km cycle from London to Cannes in aid of Coram (http://www.coram.org.uk/). Rupert set off on his journey alongside 200
James Nicholson at Harlex Property joins the Manchester Panel at MIPIM to discuss attracting inward investment through devolution
The networking brunch, ‘Attracting inward investment through Devolution’ takes place on Tuesday 13 March in Cannes, will highlight the opportunities being creation by devolution, particularly in the North where significant strides
Demographics UK: Cross currents
The relationship between demographics and property development has tended to correlate positively, mainly because growth in population typically results in more demand for property and vice versa. This remains the case today, but there is
Works Underway at Wrenbridge Land’s Scheme at the Harlow Science Park
Major works have begun at Harlow Science Park, ahead of construction in 2018. Two separate contracts have been let by Harlow Council for the enabling works. The new Spine Road
Palmer Capital talk at EG’s Tech Talk live: The Digital Transformation Must Start Now”
Everything you have heard about digital transformation is true. And not just the part about it being critical for a futureproofed business that stands a chance of survival in a
Gavin Bridge at Cubex Land Sets out His Development Plans & Predictions for the South West in 2018
Gavin Bridge, director of Cubex and Insider’s 2017 Property Personality of the Year, has discussed the company’s development plans and set out his predictions for the South West property market
The first BREEAM Outstanding office outside London is currently under construction
The first BREEAM Outstanding office outside London is currently under construction in Bristol – the Aurora. James Kenny met up with the Willmott Dixon site team and developer Cubex. Office
Rupert Sheldon takes on the cycle to MIPIM
Palmer Capital’s Head of Core REIM, Rupert Sheldon, is about to embark on a 1,500 km cycle ride from London to Cannes which will take place over six days from 8-13
PCDFIII sell West Drayton Residential Site
Palmer Capital Development Fund III – a programmatic venture between CBRE Global Investment Partners (GIP) and Palmer Capital alongside Danescroft are pleased to announce the sale of their 1-acre redevelopment
Palmer Capital Shortlisted for Property Fund Manager of the year award…
We are delighted to be shortlisted at this year’s Property Week awards for “Property Fund Manager of the year” and what a better year then our quarter of century anniversary,
Danescroft launch Lion Yard, Barnet…
Danescroft Land have officially launched their Lion Yard housing development in Barnet, Hertfordshire. The site has 6 newly built 4-bedroom houses with a modern finish. Each of the 3-floor houses
Opus Land shortlisted for project of the year at this year’s RICS awards
It will be up against the city’s £12m new Science, Science Technology & Protyping Centre and the transformation of a former open cast mine in Cannock into new industrial workspace.
Angle Property Secure first two deals for The Residential Land Partnership
In November 2017, Schroder Real Estate Investment Management launched the Residential Land Partnership (RLP) in association with Palmer Capital with £30m of initial commitments from a Local Authority Pension Fund
Opus North to develop new B&M store in Cumbria
Opus Land North (Cockermouth) Ltd, part of property company Opus North, wants to build a B&M Homestore on Low Road, Cockermouth. B&M already has Cumbrian branches in Workington, Whitehaven, Carlisle,
Palmer Capital Development Fund III complete sale of shopping centre asset at Hunslet, Leeds
Palmer Capital Development Fund III – a programmatic Joint Venture between CBRE Global Investment Partners (GIP) and Palmer Capital has completed the sale of an asset within The Penny Hill
Angle Property acquire £2.6m site in Olney, Milton Keynes…
Angle Property have acquired a 3.7 acre freehold site located on the northern edge of Olney in North Buckinghamshire for £2.6m. Olney is a popular and affluent market town to
Palmer Capital leads its digital drive with the appointment of a Director of Innovation…
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the appointment of Darryll Colthrust as Director of Innovation. Darryll graduated from Queen Mary, University of London with MEng, Internet Computing & BSc, Electronic
Ray Palmer put forward for Property Week Personality of the Year Award…
Ray Palmer, Palmer Capital’s Founder and Chairman, has been put forward for Property Week’s Personality of the Year Award 2018. Ray has been at the forefront of the industry for 50
Danescroft Land receive resolution to grant 491 units at landmark Bromley by Bow regeneration scheme
In one of the most significant regeneration schemes to come forward since the Olympics, Danescroft Land have successfully gained a resolution to grant for a residential-led mixed-use development in East
Stoll announces proposal to provide new homes and support services to homeless Veterans across the UK
Servicemen and women leaving the Armed Forces, who struggle to reintegrate into civilian life, would benefit from vital new housing and support services in a landmark proposal announced today by
Palmer Capital kick starts campaign to back a new UK Property Company
Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the commencement of their marketing campaign to find their next UK Property Company to back. A central part of Palmer Capital’s business model is
Public Health England’s £400m HQ plans move forward
Public Health England has been granted planning permission for its proposals to create a “world leading” science campus and headquarters in Harlow. When it is fully operational the new facility will
Palmer Capital are now recruiting For An Associate Investment Manager…
Palmer Capital have launched their search for an Associate Investment Manager today to support the Fund Manager in all aspects of the investment management process within the Value Add team. This team
Predictions in UK Real Estate for 2018…
The year ahead should be dominated in the UK by the debate over what kind of society we want to live in, with politicians setting out the vision for the
Palmer Capital Q1 2018 Investment Requirements – c. £400m to deploy into UK Real Estate
Palmer Capital has kicked of the year with a flurry of activity completing on c.£56m of acquisitions. These acquisitions comprise two assets. An off market industrial and office unit in Leamington
Palmer Capital continues to see strong UK demand from investors with latest £40.4m acquisition
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the acquisition of a retail warehouse let to B&Q PLC for £40.4m, reflecting a net initial yield of 6.6% and capital value of
Bristol’s landmark green office building Aurora now 40% pre-let after latest deal
International law firm Simmons & Simmons snaps up top two floors Aurora, the landmark green office building being developed speculatively at Finzels Reach, is now over 40 per cent pre-let
Demolition of Grade II-listed Tudno Castle Hotel tipped for approval by planners
The demolition of the Grade II-listed Tudno Castle Hotel in Llandudno should be allowed to go-ahead say planners. Plans were submitted last year to knock down and “faithfully reconstruct” the
Wrenbridge Land sells Mill Court, Cambridge, for £9.85m
Buccleuch Property and joint venture partner Wrenbridge has sold Mill Court, a 38,840 sq. ft. business park in Great Shelford, Cambridge, for £9.85m. The site was sold to Hermes Real
Successful Launch Party for Harlex Property
Last night saw over 100 property professionals celebrate the launch of Manchester-based property company, Harlex Property, backed by Palmer Capital on the top floor of El Gato Negro in the city centre
Bristol Civic Society strongly support the new development of The Generator building at Finzels Reach
The Society strongly supports the development, which will make a major regeneration contribution. Bristol was the first city in Britain to build an electric tram service. In 1899 the Grade
Media and tech hub proposed for historic building
The historic building that originally housed the generator for Bristol’s tram system is set to get a new lease of life as offices for technology, creative and media
Huge first deal at Prospero, Ansty
Following the recent announcement by Manse and Opus Land of their proposed 2,000,000 sq ft scheme known as Prospero, Ansty, it has now been revealed that Meggitt PLC are to
L&G to fund York leisure scheme
Legal & General has announced that it is funding Wrenbridge Sport and the City of York Council’s development of the Vangarde leisure scheme at Monks Cross, York. Totaling £35 million,
Work Underway at Harlow Science Park
Major works have begun at Harlow Science Park, ahead of construction in 2018. Two separate contracts have been let by Harlow Council for the enabling works. The new Spine Road
The Final Chapter In The Discovery Park Sale
The South East’s largest science park namely Discovery Park in Kent is the subject of a further major transaction. In November 2016, Palmer Capital and its fellow shareholders, Trevor Cartner
The Talent Spotter – Ray Palmer
The Talent Spotter Ray Palmer and the team at Palmer Capital successfully nurture property companies with strategic investment and have an enviable record of backing winners. As the business celebrates
Strong quarter for Bristol helps the UK break records
75,143 sq GVA’s latest Big Nine report analysing the office occupier markets of the nine key UK regional cities, reveals that the UK has achieved its highest quarterly take-up total
£10,000 raised at Palmer Capital’s Third Annual Charity Poker Tournament…
A successful evening was had on Thursday 9th November at the beautiful Haymarket Hotel in Suffolk Place. Palmer Capital’s third annual poker tournament kindly sponsored by Forsters was the best
What are the top offices in the South West?
In the next edition of Business Leader Magazine, we look at the top five offices in the South West. As a preview to that feature, we looked at the current
A day in the (working) life: 2027
COMMENT: I have to go into the office today as one of our overseas investors is in London and wants to catch up. We could do this over FaceTime to
Rolls-Royce agrees £250m tie up with Opus Land & Manse
Rolls-Royce has agreed a tie-up with Manse and Opus Land to build out a £250m, 200-acre manufacturing hub on its land near Coventry. The pair – both of which are
Danescroft Land are extending their team…
The team at Danescroft Land are expanding with former Stockland acquisitions and development manager Paul Kucewicz. Paul had previously spent 2 years at Knight Dragon working on residential, commercial and
Schroders and Palmer Capital launch new residential land fund
Schroder Real Estate and Palmer Capital have teamed up to launch a new £125m residential land fund targeting double-digit returns. The Residential Land Partnership will acquire brownfield sites in areas
Birthplace of fibre optics set to recapture former glories
Holding a place in the history books as the location of the discovery of fibre optics, Harlow in Essex has a long-standing reputation as a hub for science and innovation.
Angle Property & MSMR wins planning approval to transform St Albans
MSMR Architects’ proposal for the comprehensive redevelopment of an important city centre site in St Albans has been approved by the district’s Planning Referrals Committee. The planned site includes Hertfordshire
Grouse & Grape Charity 2017 most successful to date…
The Grouse & Grape charity luncheon in aid of The Cure Parkinson’s Trust, held on Tuesday 10th October has exceeded all fundraising targets and been the most successful year to
Emma Murray will take to the stage to present at the RICS/LandAid breakfast seminar on 2nd November
Palmer Capital’s Emma Murray will be speaking at the RICS & LandAid breakfast seminar on 2nd November, alongside Tom Ah-Thew of LandAid and RICS representatives. RICS are partnering with LandAid,
New beginnings for the former BHS at Legal & General’s The Grafton Centre
H&M store to expand and upsize by 60% introducing new Home concept PureGym signed and new F&B food quarter, Food Social, unveiled Increased investment into The Grafton now totals £28
Harlex opens in Manchester with top three ambition
The development company started by ex-Argent and Kier man James Nicholson, backed by Palmer Capital, is now open for business in the city. Nicholson is based at That Space, the
Premier Inn fully booked in its grand opening weekend at Finzel’s Reach…
Cubex Land alongside Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the opening of the Premier Inn at their site in Bristol, Finzels Reach. The hotel comprises 168 bedrooms and a ground
Palmer Capital Investment Requirements – £300m to deploy into UK Real Estate
Palmer Capital has had an excellent year so far having deployed circa £200m across the risk/reward spectrum for the year to date. Recent acquisitions including the acquisition of Debenhams Distribution Centre located
Opus Land to deliver the Stove Works Retail Park, Royal Leamington Spa
Opus Land are delighted to announce their new retail development in Royal Leamington Spa. The project will deliver the long awaited redevelopment of the final parcel of land at the
Wrenbridge launch details of new office development in Woking
Wrenbridge Land are happy to announce the details of their new office development, Woking One. The building consists of 36,000 sq. ft. of grade A office space located only 36
Palmer Capital are recruiting for a Director of Innovation…
Palmer Capital are in search of a Director of Innovation to lead the business drive into the use of new technology and data. Palmer Capital owns and manages over £850m
Opus North’s Leeds Retail Park Completed
A formerly derelict site in Armley in Leeds has been transformed into a new retail park with a 20,000 sq ft Lidl superstore and a B&M Homestore already trading. Ilkley-based
Palmer Capital expands finance team…
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the expansion of its finance team with Ryan Sarsby. He will be joining the finance team and will be working alongside Oliver Thomas on
Plans in for 84-home Spofforth development
Property developer Opus North has submitted plans to construct a new 84-home estate in the village of Spofforth in North Yorkshire. The Ilkley-based property developer and investor has submitted plans
Palmer Capital Back New Property Company in Manchester, Harlex Property…
After a two-decade search Palmer Capital has finally found a property company to back in the North West. It is now planning an assault on the region and on Manchester
£90m deal rounds off a successful year for Opus North
Yorkshire property developers and investors Opus North have enjoyed a stellar year at their three shopping centres in Hunslet, Sheffield, and Widnes, which were purchased in a sale and leaseback deal
A glimpse inside the city’s most luxurious homes by the water
Talk about rooms with a view, and underfloor heating, and walk-in wardrobes, and… There are just two apartments left for sale at Cask Store, part of Finzels Reach, opposite Castle
James Good Successfully Completes his LandAid Cycle
James Good of Angle Property has successfully completed his LandAid cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats. His incredible trip saw him cycling through torrential rain and strong (helpful) winds
All that Glitters is not Gold
Technological change affects nearly everything we do, so it is little surprise that the most valuable companies in the world are Apple, Google, Amazon and Microsoft. Equally, with global real
Fiera Real Estate & Cubex Land secure first pre-let at Aurora
Cubex Land alongside Fiera Real Estate has sealed its first deal at Aurora, Bristol’s greenest office building, which is currently under construction at Finzels Reach. Intellectual property specialist Mewburn Ellis
Opus North take a step closer to historic Llandudno hotel site development
Opus North’s redevelopment of the historic Tudno Castle Hotel in the heart of Llandudno has received a boost after news that Pizza Express will open a restaurant on site. The
Danescroft submits £210m resi-led plan
Palmer Capital-backed Danescroft Land has submitted plans for a £210m residential-led scheme in Bromley-by-Bow, east London. The developer plans to build a 26-storey tower at the 2.4-acre site on Imperial
Cubex Land’s Finzels Reach – Construction Update
PREMIER INN BEING PUT TO BED The 168 bedroom hotel at Finzels Reach is in the final stages of construction. By the Autumn it will be open for guests bringing
Future bright for new Skipton retail park
Despite a set back in the development of Skipton retail park on part of the site of Guyson’s international factory, the future of the £6.5 million development was “extremely optimistic,”
Danescroft Bring 6 New Houses to Market in High Barnet…
Danescroft Land are delighted to announce the successful completion of Fairfield Place, a family friendly collection of six contemporary homes in the heart of High Barnet – a peaceful, private
Eight hundred jobs set to be created at Staffordshire business site
Nearly eight hundred jobs are set to be created by three new developments at a Staffordshire business site with the county council now agreeing the sale of the final plot.
Aurora, one of the exciting projects building Bristol’s future city centre skyline
We take a closer look at six of the most exciting building projects taking place in the city. Despite all the economic doom and gloom of recent years, Bristol’s commercial
Opus North unveils plan to ‘refresh’ Hillsborough Barracks shopping centre
The historic Hillsborough Barracks shopping centre could soon get a facelift in plans revealed by Opus North alongside Palmer Capital. The plan revealed a full rebrand of the shopping centre,
Palmer Capital Investment Requirements – £300m to deploy into UK Real Estate
Palmer Capital has had an excellent year so far having deployed circa £160m across the risk/reward spectrum for the year to date. Recent acquisitions including the acquisition of Debenhams Distribution Centre
Wrenbridge Sport inject new lease of life into Scarborough City Centre with £50m development
Wrenbridge Sport, a specialist business established by award winning property developers, Wrenbridge to focus on the sport and leisure related sector, are delighted to announce the completion of the Scarborough
Iconic Generator Building to be transformed into a high-tech office complex
One of the most iconic buildings on Bristol’s Floating Harbour is to be transformed into a high-tech office complex. The ‘Generator’ building next to St Philip’s Bridge on Counterslip used
Opportunities amidst Brexit uncertainty…
We believe that open access across trading partners creates prosperity for all, writes Alex Price, chief executive of Palmer Capital. However, right now the clock is ticking to leave the European
Palmer Capital Launches 2017 Money Maker Challenge…
Following on from the success of last year’s LandAid money maker challenge, which raised over £30,000 for LandAid, a very worthy charity which supports youth homelessness, Palmer Capital are running
Tonight we celebrate 25 Years of investing in UK Real Estate…
Following 25 years of investing in people and investing in property, Palmer Capital is hosting their annual summer drinks party at the beautiful Ham Yard Hotel in Soho. This monumental birthday
Core UK commercial real estate: the cure for your investment hangover?
It’s been a strange period for global investing since 2007. A little boom, a lot of bust and a period of sustained wealth creation as markets recovered from the deepest
Cubex Land & Palmer Capital Launch one of the UK’s first Drone Landing Pad’s
Cubex Land and Palmer Capital have announced plans for one of the UKs first Drone Landing Pads for the use of occupiers of their 95,000 sq. ft. BREEAM Outstanding office
Opus & Bridges launch Midlands spec shed scheme
Opus Land and Bridges Fund Management have appointed BNP PRE and JLL as joint agents to market the JV’s new speculative industrial scheme CONNEQT. The two speculative industrial units at
Opus Land achieve a hattrick at Kingswood lakeside development with latest £60m scheme
Opus Land, a leading UK property development and investment company with offices in the West Midlands and London, are delighted to announce the completion of a further building in Cannock.
Palmer Capital fund doubles in size following relaunch last year…
The Palmer Capital Income Fund has almost doubled in size since it was relaunched as an openended vehicle early last year. The NAV of the fund, which was founded in
Palmer Capital Secures Largest logistics deal in the UK in 2017 for £86.4m
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the acquisition of Debenhams Distribution Centre located at Kingston Park in Peterborough for £86.4m, reflecting a net initial yield of 5.8%. The property is
Fourth Deal Secured For Palmer Capitals Largest Fund to date…
Palmer Capital and Wrenbridge are delighted to announce the acquisition of a site on Crompton Way, Manor Royal Industrial Estate, Crawley for c. £5m on behalf of the recently launched
Fourth deal for PC and Wrenbridge in Belvedere takes commitment up to £45m
Palmer Capital & Wrenbridge Land are pleased to announce their fourth deal in Belvedere, South East London bringing their total commitment into the area to more than £45m within the
Palmer Capital Are Recruiting…
Are you interested in joining a vibrant, unique, busy investment management company based in London? We are seeking to appoint an Fund Financial Controller to join our busy finance team. The following
Wrenbridge Shortlisted for “National Company of The year” at this years EG awards
We are delighted to announce Wrenbridge Land have been shortlisted for the National Company of the Year at this years EG Awards. Founded in 1993, Wrenbridge has been successfully developing and
Danescroft Bring 6 New Houses to Market in High Barnet…
Danescroft Land are delighted to announce the successful completion of Fairfield Place, a family friendly collection of six contemporary homes in the heart of High Barnet – a peaceful, private
Palmer Capital secures £225m of equity for largest-ever fund
The Palmer Capital Development Fund IV builds on the success of the third fund, which invested £175m of equity in 15 projects between 2014 and 2016. Alex Bignell, head of
The challenges and pitfalls for GCC investors in the UK real estate market
Despite the concerns around Brexit, the impending UK elections and the wider Euro Zone political position, the weight of Gulf Cooperation Council (“GCC”) capital trying to access the UK market
Angle Property Sells Rivernook Farm Walton-on-Thames
Angle Property Ltd funded by the Palmer Capital Development fund III has sold the freehold of Rivernook Farm, Walton-on-Thames to Bellway Homes Ltd. The site comprises 21 acres and benefits
Palmer Capital & Wrenbridge Land sell Brakeshear House for £7m…
Palmer Capital and Wrenbridge are delighted to announce the sale of Brakeshear House for £7m to Shanley Homes. The asset was sold from Palmer Capital’s Development fund III, a programmatic
New Street Food Market Comes to Finzels Reach
Have you heard? There’s a new weekly street food market starting at Finzels Reach in May! Taking place every Friday lunchtime in Old Temple Street (just off Counterslip and next
Palmer Capital Acquires £11.9m Aberdeen Ground Rent Portfolio
Palmer Capital, in conjunction with Manse LLP, are delighted to announce the acquisition of a portfolio of 38 assets acquired for £11.9m from Aberdeen Harbour Board. The portfolio has been
Angle Property Shortlisted for Wandsworth Housing Design Awards…
Wandsworth is home to some of the best design in the country, after five new developments were shortlisted for a long-running and prestigious national competition. Finalists for this year’s Housing
Palmer Capital Investment Requirements – c. £500m to invest into UK Real Estate…
Palmer Capital has had an excellent start to the year with the recent acquisition of a portfolio of three assets for £18.1m including two units leased to Booker and one
New Grafton Attractions ‘will be in double figures’
Shoppers can expect to enjoy an exciting range of new attractions when the refurbished Grafton in Cambridge reopens fully next year. That is the pledge from the new boss of
Palmer Capital appoints Andrew Robinson, Director, Head of Capital Raising
Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the new appointment of Andrew Robinson as Director, Head of Capital Raising. Prior to Palmer Capital, Andrew worked at Morgan Stanley for nearly 17
Castle Bridge opens to the public
The new s-shaped pedestrian and cycle bridge at Finzels Reach is now called Castle Bridge and opened to the public last week on Friday 7th April. The name was chosen
Major changes to St Albans civic centre put forward
Sweeping plans to transform the centre of St Albans have been unveiled. It is hoped redeveloping the old police station and NHS clinic in Bricket Road and Victoria Street will
Palmer Capital bags £18m hat-trick
Palmer Capital has completed the acquisition of a trio of industrial assets from Columbia Threadneedle Investments for close to the £18m mark, CoStar News can reveal. The deal – which
Cubex appoints new development manager for residential expansion
Bristol-based property developer Cubex has brought in Elgan Jones as a new development manager to help the company with its further expansion into the residential sector. His role will comprise
Palmer Capital Investment Requirements – c. £500m to invest into UK Real Estate…
Palmer Capital have had an excellent start to the year with the recent acquisitions of Dearne House, Cortonwood Business Park, Rotherham for £5.25m, reflecting a net initial yield of 6.75%.
What’s going on behind the boards at the Wrenbridge & L&G Grafton Centre?
Shoppers will soon be able to see how the transformation of the Cambridge centre is going. The owners of the giant retail hub say work to revamp it is “progressing
Ray Palmer put forward for Property Weeks Power 100…
In Palmer Capital’s 25th Year it seems right that such an industry legend be included in Property Week’s Power 100 list. Ray Palmer has been at the forefront of the
Wrenbridge and Buccleuch Property sells refurbished East London industrial unit for £6.7m
Wrenbridge and Buccleuch Property has sold Unit 7 at Beam Reach Business Park in Rainham, East London for £6.7m. The 44,500 sq ft unit comprises a modern detached warehouse and
Finzels Reach – Bridge Opening Party
The grand opening of the new Finzels Bridge at the Cubex Land development in Bristol will take place on 6th April 2017. The 91 metre Finzels Bridge adds an entirely new dimension to
Finding Value in UK Real Estate in 2017
Many Real Estate investors we speak to suggest that we are approaching the peak of the UK Real Estate cycle. History suggests cycles are on average around eight years in
Go down in Bristol history – how you can help name city’s newest bridge
The developers behind Finzels Reach are asking the public to help find a name for Bristol’s newest bridge. The distinctive S-shaped bridge, which connects Castle Park with the new city
A slimmer future for CRE
The pressure on private real estate investment managers to prepare for less but better property is greater than many realize, says Alex Price, chief executive of London-based Palmer Capital Partners.
Moxy Hotels chain announce expansion in Milton Keynes
The owner of an undeveloped lot on Avebury Boulevard, Palmer Capital, has signed a deal with hotel developer Vastint. It will see Marriott International make Milton Keynes part of the
Bristol office building secures rare BREEAM Outstanding rating
Bristol developer Cubex has secured the first BREEAM Outstanding ranking for an office building outside London under the latest assessment regime. Aurora, a 95,000 sq ft building in Finzels Reach,
Bristol’s new bridge is just a few months away from opening to pedestrians
Bristol’s newest landmark is getting closer and closer to completion. The graceful S shaped bridge connecting Castle Park with the Finzels Reach development is now only a matter of months
London Business School Real Estate Forum, 10 spaces remaining
The London Business School Real Estate Forum, sponsored by Palmer Capital, will be taking place on the 28th February. Tickets are selling fast with only 10 spaces remaining. The forum is the flagship
Finzels Reach in numbers
Finzels Reach is one of the largest and most exciting mixed use developments in the South West. The 4.7 acre site has a rich history in sugar refining and brewing
Sale of facilities management business at Discovery Park
Parkserve, the facilities management business that has played a pivotal role in the success of Discovery Park in Sandwich, Kent for nearly five years has sold its facilities management business
Wrenbridge Announces Further Promotion in 2017
Wrenbridge, a leading UK based property company, announce further promotions as James Feltham is promoted to Associate Director. This comes on the back of Chris White and Jeff Wilson joining
Palmer Capital announces Milton Keynes hotel plans…
The owner of an undeveloped lot on Avebury Boulevard, Palmer Capital, has signed a deal with hotel developer Vastint that will see Marriott International make Milton Keynes part of the
Palmer Capital Celebrates 25th Year…
Following 25 years of investing in people and investing in property, Palmer Capital this year celebrates its quarter century anniversary. They mark this monumental birthday following a successful 2016 and
Gleeds appointed for Danescroft projects
Gleeds has been chosen by developer Danescroft Land to provide cost and project management services for £275m worth of residential developments across Greater London. The first phase involves the production
Where Are The Stars?
I’m not referring to a new 22 year old footballer or even the football superstars’ virtual football game. My concern is related to the property market and the apparent lack
Finzels Reach Leading The Charge In Place-making…
Finzels Reach, one of the largest mixed use regeneration projects in the South West, is spearheading the transformation of the medieval heart of Bristol and raising the bar for regeneration
Palmer Capital Investment Requirements – c.£200m to invest into UK Real Estate…
Building on a successful 2016, Palmer Capital have c.£200m to deploy into UK Real Estate. Palmer Capital are advising clients to focus investment portfolios to have a combination of long
LandAid Gala Dinner – 1st March 2017
Palmer Capital are delighted to be hosting a table at the LandAid Gala Dinner on the evening of Wednesday 1st March 2017 set in the historic Guildhall. LandAid is the
Bristol office market in line for powerful year as Hinkley Point C fuels demand
Bristol commercial property experts are predicting a stellar year for the city’s office market as occupier demand grows – much of it driven by the Hinkley Point C nuclear power
Palmer Capital delivers Royal Mail Investment for £5.25m
Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the acquisition of Dearne House, Cortonwood Business Park, Rotherham for £5.25m, reflecting a net initial yield of 6.75%. Acquired for the Palmer Capital Income
Palmer Capital Kick Starts Marketing Campaign To Back A New UK Property Company…
Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the commencement of their marketing campaign to find their next UK Property Company to back. A central part of Palmer Capital’s business model is
Regional assets targeted by Middle Eastern buyers
Middle Eastern investors have turned to regional assets in the wake of the EU referendum, according to research by Savills. The agency found that 30% of all Middle Eastern capital
Wrenbridge Land Announce New Shareholders
Wrenbridge Land are delighted to announce two new shareholders have been appointed by the company. Existing Board Directors Jeff Wilson and Chris White will become shareholders with immediate effect. Jeff
Palmer Rebuffs Offers In Favour Of Restructure…
Palmer Capital has undertaken a restructure in order to focus purely on the UK and incentivise management, having rebuffed two unsolicited offers to buy the business. In doing so, the
Sam Fleming Joins Palmer Capital…
Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the new appointment of Sam Fleming as Associate Director. After a successful year, Palmer Capital are now ready to expand their business development team.
Cubex transforming part of Bristol
A PORT Talbot company is helping to transform part of Bristol with an innovative new S-shaped bridge. Civil engineering firm Andrew Scott, based at The Grange, Margam, is currently finalising
Opus North Progresses Morecambe Scheme
Opus North reassures residents they are fully committed to building a new ‘Bay Shopping Park’ at the ex-Frontierland site. And the Yorkshire firm said planning consent for a Marks and
Common lizards given a new place to lounge at Betteshanger Park
A colony of common lizards will be spending their first Christmas in a new purpose built home after a successful move from Discovery Park to Betteshanger Park. The carefully planned
200 New Homes To Be Built In Bristol City Centre, Finzels Reach
Work is set to start on two brand new blocks of flats in the heart of Bristol city centre. The flats are a part of the Finzels Reach development and
Incredible time-lapse video shows Finzels Reach bridge evolution
This incredible video over five days shows how an iconic new bridge was craned into place between Castle Park and Finzels Reach. The final piece of the jigsaw was put
Manse LLP is recruiting…
Manse LLP, one of Scotland’s leading development and investment companies formed in 2009 is seeking an Acquisitions Surveyor, to join its Edinburgh office. Due to Manse’s continual success across a
Finding Value In UK Real Estate in 2017
Many Real Estate investors we speak to suggest that we are approaching the peak of the UK Real Estate cycle. History suggests cycles are on average around 8 years in
Cubex appoints contractor in £32m Finzels Reach deal
Bristol developer Cubex has appointed a contractor to build nearly 194 new homes for the private rental market at Finzels Reach. Local contractor Willmott Dixon has been signed up for
Final section of Bristol’s new bridge at Finzels Reach set to be craned into place
The final piece of a new iconic S-shaped bridge connecting Castle Park with Finzels Reach, the new city quarter being created on a former brewery site between Counterslip and the
Opus North sell The Bourse in Leeds for £8m
Leading Yorkshire property developer and investor Opus North has sold The Bourse, the prestigious office and retail complex in Leeds city centre, for £8 million. It has been bought by
Keep an eye on the bond and employment markets
Deciding whether something is cheap or expensive will largely depend on where you are looking from. As the old saying goes, “A shilling is worth more to a poor man
Brand new £2.7 million bridge set to become new landmark in Bristol
A new iconic S-shaped bridge connecting Castle Park with Finzels Reach is set to be floated down the docks and craned into place. The spectacular installation will see the 91-metre
Former Cannock colliery site ready for £21 million industrial development
A £21.6 million industrial development on the edge of Cannock is the first project to secure the backing of the West Midlands Combined Authority’s new investment fund. A grant of
Palmer Capital Achieve Record Breaking £100m Week….
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce a record breaking week having successfully completed £100m of acquisitions across four transactions. The largest of the transactions is the completion of the forward
Palmer Capital Dials into Bracknell with £35m Vodafone Purchase
Palmer Capital and SEDCO Capital are delighted to announce the acquisition of Waterside House, in Bracknell for £35.2m, reflecting a net initial yield of c.5.65%. Waterside House comprises 94,867 sq.
Empty Homes Week: LandAid secures new donations to transform derelict buildings
UK property companies Palmer Capital and Shaftesbury have each donated £30,000 to LandAid, the property industry charity, to sponsor the transformation of derelict properties in Leeds and Newcastle into homes
Palmer Capital Secure £46m forward funding agreement to Grainger to deliver c.200 PRS homes
Palmer Capital and Cubex Land have topped off a busy 2016 by completing the forward funding of the 194 apartment Built-to-Rent development to Grainger plc for £45.7 million. Willmott Dixon
Firms making the move to refurbished business hub at Colworth Park
A major refurbishment of a leading business and science hub in Bedfordshire is reaping rich rewards as a variety of businesses relocate to the site, bringing investment and new jobs
Wrenbridge Land breathes new lease of life into Woking City Centre
Wrenbridge Land and Palmer Capital have announced commencement of works on the speculative redevelopment of the Woking One, an office-led mixed use scheme located directly opposite Woking Station. This 65,000
Palmer Capital Smashes £30k LandAid Charity Target
In celebration of LandAid’s 30th year, Palmer Capital set themselves a target to raise £30,000 for the charity. Throughout the year Palmer Capital has held various events to raise money
Cubex Land & Palmer Capital Acquire £12.5m Portfolio in Salisbury
Cubex Land alongside Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the acquisition of a £12.5m portfolio of office and industrial buildings in the centre of Salisbury. The portfolio comprises five office
Gavin Bridge of Cubex Land discusses the importance of Bristol’s Infrastructure
The tricky subject of devolution was top of the agenda at the inaugural Bristol City Talks event last month, and panellists didn’t shy away from sharing their frustrations. Come next
Palmer Capital sells former Pfizer site
The successful science and technology site, Discovery Park, has been bought by investment company Discovery Park Estates Ltd. The deal sees a change of shareholders in the commercial and industrial
Construction Well Underway at Angle Property’s Clink Street Scheme…
Angle Property’s refurbishment of the period warehouse located in Clink Street is progressing well. The site is located within the thriving mixed use South Bank area and within a 5
Kent companies still have plans to invest despite uncertainty created by Brexit
For a coin distributor, it is ironic that bosses at British Numismatic Treasury did not know the symbolism of their decision to move to Kent. Opening an office in Ashford
The Palmer Capital charity Poker Tournament in aid of LandAid
The Palmer Capital charity Poker Tournament in aid of LandAid, the property industry’s leading charity takes place this evening at The Clermont Club. The event sponsored by Forsters expects to
Take a first look inside Cubex Land’s Finzel’s Reach development
The marketing suite at Finzel’s Reach is adorned with a new wall-to-ceiling aerial photograph, taken just a few weeks ago, which offers a literal overview of what’s happening in the
Angle Property & Palmer Capital achieve £10m sale of Marsham House, Gerrards Cross
Angle Property funded by Palmer Capital are delighted to announce the successful sale of The Marsham House site located in the heart of Gerrards Cross for £10m to Laidlaw Estates.
Global outlook gives Kent’s Discovery Park post Brexit confidence
It’s a challenging time for UK plc as the country sets sail for a post-Brexit world but the South-East’s leading science and technology focused campus, Discovery Park is confident of
Cubex Land appoints new project manager
Finzels Reach, the new quarter being created in the heart of Bristol city centre, has a new development project manager. Laura Hamer-West has joined Cubex, the Bristol based commercial and
Palmer Capital Raises £21,500 for LandAid
We are delighted to announce Palmer Capital’s Landaid Money Maker scheme has raised an outstanding £21,475.37. This year, Alex Price launched an apprentice style challenge to see who could make the most
Investment outlook into 2017
The summer always provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on the market and to take stock of what this means for the rest of the year. I reached the
Palmer Capital’s Annual Charity Poker Tournament set to be best ever yet…
Following the success of Palmer Capital’s 2015 charity Poker Tournament, Palmer Capital alongsode Forsters will be holding the event again to support LandAid, the property industry’s leading charity. The event
Opus Land, 54 Hagley Road Abseil
In June this year to raise money for LandAid, the property industry’s leading charity which supports youth homelessness, Alex Price CEO of Palmer Capital launched the ‘Palmer Capital LandAid Money
Angle Property Shaping The Future Vision For Key St Albans City Centre Site
In April this year, Angle Property announced redevelopment proposals for a new mixed use scheme, centred on the combined Hertfordshire House, former police station and NHS site, along with the
Concepta opens new laboratory at Colworth Park
Personalised mobile health company Concepta announced on Wednesday that it has moved its UK laboratory operations to a new site at Colworth Park in Bedfordshire, doubling the size of its
Negatively Valuing the Build-to-Rent Premium
You wouldn’t pay more for a vacant multi-unit industrial estate would you – so why do that for residential? That is the dilemma that residential valuers are being faced with
Crazy Rockinghorse Sportathon
On Friday 16th September the Palmer Capital finance team took part in the Crazy Rockinghorse Sportathon at the 1st Central County Ground in Hove (home of Sussex County Cricket Club)
Double deal sees jewellery firm and butchers acquire Widnes retail space
Property firm Opus North has announced a deal to let space at its Green Oaks Shopping Centre in Widnes to international jewellery firm Pandora and Rotherham-headquartered Crawshaw Butchers. Pandora has
Palmer Capitals LandAid Moneymaker Scheme off to a fantastic start…
This year, Alex Price has given £250 in cash from his own pocket to 12 teams for Palmer Capital’s LandAid Moneymaker scheme. The name of the game was to turn
CAT Project Solutions looking to future with plan to double workforce at Discovery Park
CAT Project Solutions has been providing companies across the UK with IT infrastructure, cabling and office relocation services for more than eight years. With over 35-years’ experience, the company moved
Building 380 demolition part of wider re-development at Discovery Park
Work is progressing with the demolition of a former laboratory and office building at Discovery Park, the latest stage of a long term vision to retain East Kent’s reputation as
Building 500 at Discovery Park – The story so far…
Building 500 at Discovery Park was Pfizer’s main base for drug discovery when it was completed at the turn of the millennium and with the arrival of its first new
Wrenbridge Sports Scarborough Leisure Village Scheme Progresses Well…
Scarborough Leisure Village, which will be home to an eight lane 25-metre Olympic Legacy swimming pool and learner pool, a four-court sports hall, squash courts, a 60-station fitness suite, an
New Marks & Spencer boost for Opus North Morecambe Scheme
Marks & Spencer want to return to Morecambe and the deal could be done in a matter of weeks. Talks are well under way to bring a Marks & Spencer
Finzel’s Reach bridge from Castle Park in Bristol city centre taking shape
Work is continuing apace on a new bridge connecting Castle Park with the new Finzel’s Reach development – with two enormous columns now rising up out of the Floating Harbour
Six New Businesses Move into Newly-Renovated Colworth House
Colworth House has signed up six new tenants, just a month after opening its doors following renovation works. The iconic Grade II* listed mansion house, situated at the centre of
Palmer Capital Shops Direct into Liverpool
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the acquisition of Skyways House, Speke, Liverpool for a price in excess of £30m, reflecting a net initial yield of c.7%. The asset comprises:
Lord Heseltine sees template for Thames Estuary success at Discovery Park
Discovery Park was the final stop for Lord Heseltine on a day long fact finding mission exploring how businesses across North and East Kent are contributing to the economic growth
Volatile times: Brexit puts pressure on boom-era property funds
The United Kingdom’s vote in June to leave the European Union has further fuelled uncertainty surrounding pre-crisis real estate funds, which are already facing pressure to sell tens of billions
Opus North confident after £90m retail deal
The boss of an Ilkley based property investment and development firm is confident that the Brexit vote will not hinder its progress as confidence returns to the regional commercial property market. Andrew
Summer fete marks opening of refurbished Colworth House
More than 500 people visited Colworth Park near Sharnbrook for the summer fete. The community event was held in the grounds of the 91-acre science park, on Saturday, July 30,
Work Starts On Opus North Site At £8m Armley Retail Park
Work has started on site at a new £8m retail park in Armley, which will be home to Lidl, B&M Homestore and Farmfoods The retail park, which is already fully
Palmer Capital Achieve Post-BREXIT Investment of £160m into Discovery Park
Palmer Capital is delighted to announce a £160m investment into Discovery Park, in Kent, for a combined heat and power biomass plant project, the first of its kind to be
Wrenbridge Land sells industrial site in Belvedere for £15.1m
Wrenbridge Land, funded by Palmer Capital is delighted to announce the sale of Graviton Park, Belvedere. The site was sold for £15.1m to clients of CBRE Global Investors upon Practical
Cubex Land’s Finzels Reach – Q3 Construction Update
A NEW BRIDGE FOR BRISTOL Work has nearly completed forming the new landing area in Castle Park with improved lighting, cycle access and planting to be installed shortly. A series
Green Light for Largest Housing Development in Chipping Barnet for Years
Last week, Barnet Borough Council unanimously granted planning permission for Wrenbridge Land & Palmer Capital’s mixed use scheme that will deliver the largest housing development Chipping Barnet town centre has