Acorn Property Group acquires prime central Exeter commercial site

Acorn Property Group has completed the purchase of 31,504 sq ft office space in Exeter city centre through its commercial acquisitions arm, First Oak, as part of its continued expansion into commercial development and investment. Located at Dix’s Field, within the heart of the Central Business District, 1-3 Manor Court comprises a terrace of three […]

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1300 home Gloucester masterplan set for greenlight

The latest phase of a Gloucester masterplan are likely to be approved next week. The entire scheme is expected to consist of approx 1,300 properties and 20.5 acres of land for commercial use. The area for development is north of Innsworth Lane. Plans also include a primary school, open space, landscaping, parking and supporting infrastructure and […]

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High Court confirms go-ahead for Bristol Airport’s expanded capacity

The High Court has today dismissed the legal challenge brought against the Planning Inspectorate’s permission for Bristol Airport’s expanded capacity. The Planning Inspectorate decided in February 2022 to allow Bristol Airport to increase its cap on passengers from 10 million passengers each year to 12 million. The Airport’s plans include major investment in the terminal […]

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Zara and Goldsmiths sign at Southgate, Bath

British Land and Aviva Investors have signed 37,000 sq ft of space to international retailers ZARA and Goldsmiths at SouthGate, Bath’s premium open-air shopping destination.  ZARA has agreed to take a 32,000 sq ft store, which will be the brand’s first outlet in the city. Located across two floors, the store will feature an extensive […]

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UTB supports £15 million PBSA scheme in a South West university city

United Trust Bank (UTB) was approached by an existing customer to support a 97-room purpose built student accommodation (PBSA) development in Exeter. United Trust Bank agreed to the proposal and is now supporting the construction of a new, £15m Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development by ACE Student Living. The scheme in the centre of […]

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Torbay Council latest name to sign up for UKREiiF 2023

Torbay Council have announced their partnership with the UK’s Real Estate Investment & Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF), which is set to take place between 16-18 May, in Leeds. Unitary local authority, Torbay Council have confirmed their exhibition space at the event next year, where they will showcase their place to over 6,000 delegates, including, investors, developers, […]

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Allegra Care and Moorfield close in on £125M portfolio

A joint venture (‘JV’) between Allegra Care, a UK-focused care home operator, and Moorfield Group, a UK specialist real estate fund manager acting on behalf of Moorfield Real Estate Fund V (Moorfield), has completed the acquisition of four nursing, dementia and care homes in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. The JV acquired the homes from Grove […]

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Plans revealed for latest development at Exeter Logistics Park

Stoford has submitted a planning application for a new 42,500 sq ft industrial/warehouse development at Exeter Logistics Park in East Devon. Stoford is lead developer for Exeter Logistics Park and has a long-term site wide agreement with the Church Commissioners for England that will deliver c.500,000 sq ft of high quality industrial/logistics accommodation. The leading commercial property […]

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Rocket Padel nets debut UK site as sport becomes major hit

Padel, a Scandinavian padel operator, has secured its debut UK site at Riverside Business Park in Bristol, as the brand embarks on its ambitious plans to secure up to 20 new sites throughout the UK. Already hugely popular across Europe and the Nordics, padel is now one of the fastest growing sports in the world. […]

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