Council Implements £65 Million Plan for University Campus Development May 3, 2024 In a move aimed at progressing the development of a new £65 million university campus, a council has initiated a compulsory purchase order to acquire necessary land, paving the way for ambitious construction plans. Blackpool Council has previously granted approval for the demolition of 59 residential properties within the designated area, endorsing an outline proposal […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Aspen Unifies £5.6 Million Investment for Three Property Projects May 3, 2024 Aspen, a prominent player in the property investment sector, has orchestrated a £5,625,000 financing arrangement to support the redevelopment of three distinct sites across Cheltenham and Bath. This comprehensive funding initiative encompasses the conversion of a heavy works site in Cheltenham, the revitalisation of a church in Bath, and the acquisition of brownfield land for […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Boston Borough Council Acquires Key Site in £15 Million Town Centre Revamp May 2, 2024 In a bid to revitalise Boston’s town centre, a derelict building has been acquired as part of a £15 million regeneration initiative. The Rosegarth Square development aims to rejuvenate the heart of Boston, stretching from the River Witham to the Len Medlock Centre, with plans for a new public park and enhanced pedestrian routes. With […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
New Stadium and 3,500 Homes Approved for Kent Development May 2, 2024 Plans for a new football stadium and thousands of homes on brownfield land in Kent have been given the green light by Gravesham Borough Council. Ebbsfleet United FC’s proposal for an 8,000-capacity stadium and accompanying residential complex comprising 3,500 homes has been approved, signalling a transformative development for the area. The project entails the demolition […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Stonewater Secures £254m Funding Deal with Multiple Lenders May 2, 2024 Savills Financial Consultants has facilitated Stonewater in finalising a £254 million funding arrangement with five lenders to bolster its investments in new and existing affordable housing projects. The funding, sourced from both existing backers like Barclays, NatWest, and Nationwide, as well as new partners ABN AMRO and HSBC, marks a significant step for Stonewater, a […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Cornwall Seeks Private Investment in Nature and Aviation May 2, 2024 Cornwall Council is actively seeking private investment for natural capital projects and a partner to co-manage Cornwall Airport Newquay. The council unveiled its initiatives on Tuesday (30 April), launching the Local Investment in Nature Cornwall (LINC) programme and announcing its search for a “private sector partner” to invest in and jointly operate the airport estate. […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Compagnie du Parc Expands its Industrial Portfolio in Greater London by £100M May 2, 2024 Specialist real estate investor Compagnie du Parc has successfully acquired two strategically positioned industrial assets in Greater London, further enhancing its portfolio. The acquisitions include the Five Arches Business Estate in Sidcup and Bourne Industrial Park in Crayford, totaling 139,500 sq ft of industrial space, acquired for a combined £30 million. These acquisitions come on […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Fostering Dialogue and Exploring Investment Opportunities: S-PA at UKREiiF May 2, 2024 Sheffield Property Association, in partnership with SYMCA, is thrilled to announce an exciting series of events at this year’s UKREiiF in Leeds during the 21st – 23rd of May aimed at sharing insights and exploring investment opportunities for our region. On Tuesday the 21st, the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority kickstarts with the Regional Leaders […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
One To Watch: Yeovil Shopping Centre to be Demolished by Somerset Council May 1, 2024 Somerset Council has unveiled plans to allocate up to £1 million for the demolition of a shopping centre as part of the ongoing Yeovil Refresh regeneration initiative. The Yeovil Refresh program, spearheaded by South Somerset District Council, aims to future-proof the Yeovil town centre through various projects aimed at enhancing its appeal to residents, visitors, […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
Macquarie Asset Management divests East Anglia ONE stake May 1, 2024 Macquarie Asset Management has reached an agreement to divest a 10 per cent stake in East Anglia ONE offshore wind farm to NTR, a leading renewable energy specialist (on behalf of the L&G NTR Clean Power (Europe) Fund (the “Fund”) and one of the Fund’s investors, The Development Bank of Japan Inc). East Anglia ONE […] Posted by: David Gilbank Read more
