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Letting complete to Caffè Nero in Weston-super-Mare

Tue, 21 May 2013

Ignis Real Estate has completed a letting to Caffè Nero in Weston-super-Mare.

Automotive growth is driving up industrial demand, but can we provide what's needed?

Fri, 17 May 2013

Graham Knight, director at GVA looks at whether the region can provide what's needed.

GVA appoints new Healthcare head

Tue, 14 May 2013

The UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, GVA, has appointed a new national head of its Independent Health and Care team.

The Co-operative Estates secures major South West letting

Tue, 14 May 2013

With GVA’s industrial agency team advising, The Co-operative Estates has completed a letting of The Co-operative Group’s former Regional Distribution Centre at Chelston Business Park Wellington, Somerset.

UK business parks reach take-up high

Fri, 10 May 2013

A report by GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, indicates UK business parks overall take-up over past months have reached the highest point in five years.

The Dilapidations Protocol is one year old, but is it working?

Fri, 10 May 2013

GVA director David Martin discusses the impact the Dilapidations Protocol has had one year since its introduction.

GVA to value Northern Line extension

Tue, 07 May 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor has been appointed by Transport for London (TfL) to provide valuation advice relating to the proposed Northern Line Extension to Battersea Power station.

Property Investment – A Positive U Turn!

Thu, 25 Apr 2013

Damian Lloyd, Director of GVA, considers the state of property investment and asks if we have finally reached the bottom of the market and are on the way up again.

Popular Borders public house up for sale

Thu, 25 Apr 2013

A well-known public house in the Borders has entered the market after closing 18 months ago.

Shardettes take another step forward

Tue, 23 Apr 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, acting on behalf of private clients, has secured the sale of two neighbouring development sites in London Bridge to Network Rail. The freehold sites are 0.233 ha (0.575 acres) in total.

GVA secures five year contract with Canal & River Trust

Tue, 23 Apr 2013

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands leading national property adviser, GVA, has successfully tendered for a five year contract with the Canal & River Trust.

Funding secured for Hermes’ state-of-the-art depot at Omega North

Mon, 22 Apr 2013

GVA has advised Miller Developments on the forward funding deal enabling the go-ahead of the next phase of development at Omega Warrington Ltd.

GVA sells unit on Mangham Road, Rotherham

Fri, 19 Apr 2013

Acting on behalf of Enodis, GVA has advised on the sale of Sceptre Point, a 50,900sq ft warehouse unit located on the Barbot Hall Industrial Estate in Rotherham.

Fail-safe commercial property investments leading to receiverships, warns GVA

Fri, 19 Apr 2013

A concerning trend of specific commercial property investment failures has been identified by GVA in West Yorkshire.

GVA launches Big Nine report

Thu, 18 Apr 2013

Prospects for the regional office market have improved in Q1 2013 with a start in development activity and greater interest from developers and investors according to GVA, the UK’s largest independent property consultant.

GVA’S Manchester PDR team expands with two strategic hires

Tue, 16 Apr 2013

GVA’s planning, development and regeneration (PDR) team in Manchester has made two strategic hires, strengthening the consultancy’s position as expert in identifying and delivering strategic development opportunities across the region.

First Stoke CBD office building and public realm gets green light

Mon, 15 Apr 2013

GVA and RHWL Architects, working on behalf of Genr8 Developments, have received planning approval for the first office building and associated public realm, forming part of the first phase of Stoke-on-Trent CBD.

Muse’s Chester Central Business District achieves planning

Mon, 15 Apr 2013

GVA, working on behalf of Muse Developments, has won outline planning approval for 44,749 square metres of office space, including ancillary retail and leisure facilities and public realm.

GVA secures new tenant for 170,000 sq ft Winsford industrial facility

Fri, 12 Apr 2013

The Manchester office of leading commercial property consultant GVA, has secured a letting at Winsford Industrial Park on behalf of LPA Receivers, Roger Phillips and Greg Judd of GVA.

Prime Glasgow office space let to international insurer

Wed, 10 Apr 2013

Joint agents GVA and Winton Faith have let 1,723 sq ft of high quality office accommodation to international insurer, Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe in the heart of Glasgow’s business district.

GVA advises MOD in the sale of prominent South West sites

Tue, 09 Apr 2013

Property adviser GVA has completed the sale of four prominent sites in the South West on behalf of The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO).

Strong start to 2013 for M42 corridor offices

Tue, 09 Apr 2013

It has been a strong start to the year for business parks and out-of-town office locations along the M42 corridor according to research by GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands’ leading national property adviser.

Scaling the heights for Weston Hospicecare

Thu, 04 Apr 2013

Gordon Isgrove, a director at commercial property adviser GVA in Bristol, has made it to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro – and back again – raising £2,000 for Weston Hospicecare.

Holiday park sold to regional operators

Wed, 03 Apr 2013

Park of Brandedleys has been sold out of administration to local south-west park owners, William and Bridget Purcell. Specialist agents GVA Hotels and Leisure were inviting £1.2m for the holiday park on behalf of the Joint Administrators of Arthur Holgate & Son Ltd and a number of offers were received for the property.

GVA secures UK's largest MSA transaction in 10 years

Wed, 03 Apr 2013

M3 Capital Partners (UK) LLP (“M3”) and Extra MSA Group (“Extra”) are pleased to announce they have completed the purchase of a national portfolio of Motorway Service Area (“MSA”) assets from Serena Properties Limited (in Administration) (“Serena”).

GVA re-appointed to high profile Government framework

Wed, 03 Apr 2013

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, has successfully retained its position on the Government Procurement Service framework for estates professional services.

Success of The Pavilions, Solihull underpinned by purchase of units by occupiers

Thu, 28 Mar 2013

Occupiers at The Pavilions office development in Solihull have been so impressed with the quality and accessibility of their offices that they have purchased the buildings outright.

Brandon Hire takes on new premises in Salisbury

Thu, 28 Mar 2013

Independent commercial property adviser GVA has secured new premises in Salisbury for its client, tool and equipment hire company Brandon Hire.

GVA looks at the NPPF one year on and asks is this a new era for planning?

Wed, 27 Mar 2013

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has published a paper looking at the impact of the National Planning Policy Framework one year on.

Bristol a laboratory of change

Tue, 26 Mar 2013

Bristol is fast becoming a leading UK city in terms of prosperity and investment. This was the message given to a group of London based investors, developers and property companies at the Invest in Bristol seminar hosted by commercial property adviser GVA.

GVA appoints two Graduate Surveyors

Tue, 26 Mar 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has appointed two Graduate Surveyors in its Liverpool office.

Opportunity missed in Wales to level the business rates playing field

Tue, 26 Mar 2013

Leigh Richardson, Director of Business Rates at property adviser GVA in Cardiff, says that the decision by the Welsh Government to follow in the footsteps of the UK Government and postpone the revaluation until 2017, has deep consequences for businesses in Wales.

GVA advises on Nailsea’s new state of the art cadet centre

Tue, 26 Mar 2013

A new joint cadet centre in Nailsea for the Wessex Reserve Forces and Cadets Association has been completed. It is the culmination of over two years of planning and preparation by the RFCA, who have been helped by Bristol based commercial property adviser GVA from the outset.

Ground-breaking ceremony takes place at Montpelier Health Centre

Tue, 26 Mar 2013

A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place, marking the start of the building works for this long awaited and much needed development of Montpelier Health Centre in Bristol.

Offers sought for historic former Masonic hall in Bradford

Mon, 25 Mar 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has been appointed to market the Connaught Rooms in Bradford.

Silver linings as Holiday Property Bond cement relationship with GVA

Mon, 25 Mar 2013

GVA Hotels and Leisure team is celebrating its silver anniversary of working with Holiday Property Bond as the company confirms it is retaining its services for the 25th consecutive year.

Well known Lake District hotels for sale

Wed, 13 Mar 2013

Two of the Lakeland’s best known independent hotels have been placed on the market by specialist agents Colliers International hotels and GVA’s Hotels team, on the instructions of Tracey Pye and Patrick Lannagan, of BDO LLP, who were appointed Joint Administrators over Taylor Hotels (Grasmere) Limited (t/a the Red Lion Hotel) and Riverside Hotels Limited (t/a the Burnside Hotel) and LPA Receivers over associated properties, on 1 March 2013.

UK heading for Grade A office shortage

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

GVA has released research claiming the UK is running out of Grade A offices at an alarming rate. If current trends persist, strong evidence suggests that most, if not all of the UK’s leading cities could suffer from chronic undersupply within as little as a year.

GVA presents alternative investments research

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

With the UK’s traditional property investment sectors becoming increasingly polarised, the quality of assets is becoming far more important than sector says new research by GVA.

GVA Worldwide expands European reach

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

This week GVA’s global arm GVA Worldwide expanded into Spain, Portugal Belgium and Luxembourg with two new Affiliate firms.

Influential panel will tell London investors Bristol is the place to invest

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

An influential panel of city and business leaders will be selling the opportunities that Bristol presents to London based investors at an event being hosted on Wednesday 6th March in the capital by commercial property adviser GVA.

BPF and GVA urge investors to focus on London and the UK

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

The British Property Federation (BPF) and the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser GVA, will present the UK’s case as one of Europe’s leading lights for investment opportunities in 2013 at a breakfast presentation at 0830 on Wednesday 13 March, at the Carlton Hotel at MIPIM in Cannes.

Five Bells Inn at Clyst Hydon is sold to new owners

Tue, 12 Mar 2013

A traditional 18th century thatched inn and restaurant in the heart of the Devon countryside has been sold to new owners by commercial property adviser GVA Hotels and Leisure, on behalf of the LPA Receivers R Belcher and R Goode.

Who owns Birmingham?

Mon, 11 Mar 2013

Further overseas investment could be encouraged to Birmingham through an increase in Grade A development and refurbishment of commercial and retail stock, according to leading independent property consultants, GVA.

Home or Away?

Wed, 06 Mar 2013

Charles Toogood, Director at GVA shares his thoughts...

McCarthy & Stone push forward with expansion plans

Wed, 06 Mar 2013

McCarthy & Stone has enlisted the specialist services of GVA’s Leeds-based Planning, Development and Regeneration team as advisers for its ambitious expansion strategy.

Innovative online campaign launches Abbey Park to the market

Wed, 06 Mar 2013

One of the Midlands’ most unique business park locations has been re-launched to the market with a new brand and an innovative marketing campaign.

GVA appointed to market award-winning Matchworks scheme

Wed, 06 Mar 2013

Leading commercial property consultant, GVA, has been appointed by Urban Splash to market the award-winning mixed-use development in Speke, Matchworks.

GVA to unveil the future of London hotel sector in Berlin

Fri, 01 Mar 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant will launch its latest research on the future of London’s hotel sector at the forthcoming annual International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin from 4 – 6 March.

New specialist role at GVA for Keith Shead

Mon, 25 Feb 2013

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and Birmingham’s leading property adviser, GVA has created a new role in its Birmingham Building Division and has appointed experienced industry figure Keith Shead to lead its Building Engineering Services offering.

Winners and losers on the High Street

Fri, 22 Feb 2013

Retail Director at independent property adviser GVA, Chris Wright, looks at why those who have adapted to changing consumer habits are weathering the storm.

Have the government's changes to EPC ratings undermined its own green agenda?

Fri, 22 Feb 2013

Balvinder Sagoo, Director in GVA's national building team presents his views…

GVA appoints Graduate Surveyor

Tue, 19 Feb 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has appointed a Graduate Surveyor to its North West Lease Consultancy (NWLC) team.

WSP move into Edinburgh Park

Tue, 19 Feb 2013

Joint agents GVA and Jones Lang LaSalle have let 8,689 sqft of space to leading engineering consultancy WSP at Edinburgh Park in the west of the city.

GVA completes seven-figure sale of Sheffield office building

Mon, 18 Feb 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant, has secured the sale of two Sheffield office buildings in a deal worth more than £1.5million.

GVA advises in Strategic Land deal for Swindon’s urban extension

Mon, 18 Feb 2013

Lancashire based Ainscough Strategic Land (ASL) has captured its first major acquisition in the south of England by securing a 400 acre urban extension site on the eastern edge of Swindon. GVA, the UK’s largest independent property adviser, has been central to the deal, representing the landowner throughout negotiations as well as advising on planning issues for a number of years.

GVA brings landmark Cannock property to the market

Fri, 15 Feb 2013

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and Birmingham’s leading property advisor, GVA, has been appointed to seek a purchaser for the well known Orbital Plaza development at Cannock.

Room in the east end

Mon, 11 Feb 2013

GVA RGA has secured planning consent for a new 112 bedroom hotel development on behalf of its client Goldserve Ventures, who own the former Inn on the Green hotel building in the east end of Glasgow.

GVA overturns appeal setback to secure the latest in a string of planning permissions on behalf of Jelson Homes

Mon, 11 Feb 2013

The Planning & Development Team of the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands leading national property adviser, GVA, has successfully appealed the latest in a series of planning decisions on behalf of house builder Jelson Homes.

Chemwaste secure letting at 183 St Vincent Street in Glasgow

Fri, 08 Feb 2013

Joint agents GVA and Jones Lang LaSalle have announced one of the first lettings of 2013 in Glasgow.

Cranswick acquires Hull Fish Auction Site

Tue, 05 Feb 2013

GVA has confirmed a former international fish auctioning facility at William Wright Dock in Hull has been acquired by local pork, sausage and bacon producer Cranswick Foods plc.

GVA and DTZ instructed to market industrial complex in Pontefract

Tue, 05 Feb 2013

The Leeds offices of GVA and DTZ have been instructed by Towngate PLC to market the former Carleton Furniture site in the heart of Pontefract town centre.

Garden Cities? A pipe dream says GVA

Mon, 04 Feb 2013

New research by leading commercial property consultant GVA has revealed that the market is unable to deliver large scale housing schemes without greater support from the public sector.

GVA secures investment acquisition at Olympus Park

Mon, 04 Feb 2013

The freehold of a high specification warehouse at Olympus Park in Quedgeley in Gloucestershire has changed hands for £5.35 million. GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, acquired the 110,657 sq ft industrial unit on behalf of Cordea Savills.

GVA appointed to sell iconic Manchester building

Mon, 04 Feb 2013

Manchester’s historic Royal Exchange building is being sold for only the second time since it was established in 1729.

Eastern Airways appoints ratings specialist GVA Dixon-Webb

Thu, 31 Jan 2013

Liverpool’s largest property consultant, GVA Dixon-Webb has been appointed by Eastern Airways as its ratings adviser.

The future is bright for GVA Manchester

Thu, 31 Jan 2013

The Manchester office of GVA has welcomed three new team members following the firm’s recent appointment from Everything Everywhere (EE) to manage its entire portfolio of 16,000 base stations across Great Britain.

Richard Kidd joins GVA’s National Markets team

Tue, 29 Jan 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has strengthened its Bristol team with the appointment of Richard Kidd as Director within National Markets.

Morlands Enterprise Park delivers on its promise

Tue, 29 Jan 2013

As the new Howdens trade counter comes out of the ground, Cubex Land’s Morlands Enterprise Park is delivering on its promise to stimulate growth in Glastonbury.

Student accommodation gets the go-ahead demonstrating the importance of collaborative working

Fri, 25 Jan 2013

The Planning, Development and Regeneration team in GVA’s Bristol office has been working with UK’s largest developer and manager of purpose built student accommodation, Unite, to secure planning consent for its latest scheme in central Bristol.

2012 sees GVA grow market share

Tue, 22 Jan 2013

The UK's largest independent commercial property consultant has increased its overall market share in the past 12 months, the release of its 2012 Trading Report reveals.

GVA appointed to spearhead 15 year Euston economic study

Thu, 17 Jan 2013

Camden Council has appointed GVA to produce an economic study for property development across the entire Euston area over the next 15 years.

Burton moves into GVA’s national lease consultancy role

Thu, 17 Jan 2013

GVA has appointed a new national head of lease consultancy. Jerry Burton has been promoted to the role having been with GVA since 2006, and prior to that with Osmond Tricks for 17 years. He takes over the role from Duncan Locke, who is moving on after 26 years with GVA.

GVA reveals M42 office activity returning to 2008 levels

Wed, 16 Jan 2013

Activity at business parks and out-of-town office locations along the M42 corridor has returned to pre-recession levels, according to GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands’ leading national property adviser.

Key project wins leads to team expansion as GVA builds on its success

Wed, 16 Jan 2013

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has recruited two new surveyors to its Leeds Building team.

Edinburgh stands out in 2012

Tue, 15 Jan 2013

2012's sluggish economy didn't slow down city centre and out-of-town office take-up activity according to the leading quarterly regional office market report by GVA.

Renowned Welsh championship links golf course for sale

Tue, 15 Jan 2013

GVA’s specialist Hotels and Leisure team is instructed by the Trustees and Club Council of Prestatyn Golf Club to offer Prestatyn Golf Club for sale on the open market. Offers in the region of £1.0 million to £1.25 million are invited for this exceptional freehold property.

GVA appointed to bring Feldon Valley Golf Club to the market

Fri, 11 Jan 2013

The leisure advisory team of independent property expert GVA has been appointed to market a leading Oxfordshire golf club.

Three golf clubs sold by GVA

Mon, 07 Jan 2013

The leisure advisory team of leading independent commercial property expert GVA has completed the sale of three golf courses in recent weeks: Lostwithiel Hotel Golf & Country Club, Cornwall; Old Nene Golf & Country Club, Cambridgeshire; and Eleven Arches Golf Club, County Durham.

Staff dig deep for Caring at Christmas

Fri, 28 Dec 2012

Dozens of boxes of clothing and non-perishable groceries, together with cash donations of over £1,000, are being delivered to Bristol charity Caring at Christmas this week by staff at the Bristol office of independent property adviser GVA.

GVA finds new home for Santa Dash organisers

Mon, 17 Dec 2012

GVA has rounded off the year with a festive deal, securing new premises for the organisers of Liverpool’s annual Santa Dash, Run Liverpool. The new premises will allow the well-known running event organiser to extend its range of services for Liverpool’s running community over the coming year.

Christmas Appeal receives a boost from GVA

Mon, 17 Dec 2012

Anti-poverty charity Wood Street Mission has received a boost to its Christmas Appeal following a donation drive from the Manchester office of GVA.

Out of town office market ends the year on a positive note with Harmoni taking space at Nicholson House

Mon, 17 Dec 2012

In one of this year’s top five deals in the Bristol fringe office market, Harmoni has taken 7,657 sq ft at Nicholson House, Lime Kiln close, Stoke Gifford. The company has signed a ten year sub-lease with the Audit Commission at £15 psf.

94% success rate for GVA’s APC graduates

Mon, 17 Dec 2012

15 out of 16 graduates from GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, have passed their APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) exams after completing the company’s graduate training programme, equalling a pass rate of 93.75%.

New starter and promotion for GVA

Thu, 13 Dec 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands leading national property advisor, GVA has announced a new appointment and promotion in its Property Management Consultancy team.

GVA plays lead role at prestigious BCSC Gold Awards

Wed, 12 Dec 2012

GVA’s Chris Goddard, Senior Director and National Head of Planning, Development and Regeneration, played a leading role at the prestigious BCSC Gold Awards on 5 December.

Region ready to meet changing demands of automotive industry, expert tells GVA

Mon, 10 Dec 2012

The Midlands is well positioned to meet the changing needs of the automotive sector, a leading economic expert has revealed to a number of property experts at GVA.

Plans approved for Chipping Norton health park

Mon, 10 Dec 2012

A £3 million medical centre has been given the go-ahead by planners at West Oxfordshire District Council. Development of the Chipping Norton Health Park can now commence, bringing improved and much needed medical facilities to over 14,000 patients in Chipping Norton.

GVA launches 'Green to Gold' report

Mon, 10 Dec 2012

According to new research by GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, far more must be done by landlords to ensure their properties remain lettable beyond 2018.

GVA responds to Autumn Statement

Thu, 06 Dec 2012

Empty rates, LEP's and CRC a focal point for GVA.

GVA realigns investment priorities to pursue long term ambitions

Wed, 05 Dec 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, GVA, will spearhead an investment expansion drive over the coming year to compete with the biggest and best in the UK.

GVA joins SMMT to support automotive manufacturing industry

Wed, 05 Dec 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and Birmingham’s leading property advisor, GVA, is proactively supporting the UK automotive industry, having joined trade association, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Derwent appoints GVA on a raft of retail schemes

Wed, 05 Dec 2012

Leading property consultant, GVA, has been appointed by Derwent Holdings to market a further seven retail parks within its UK portfolio. The instructions come shortly after being appointed on The Ellesmere Shopping Centre in Walkden, Greater Manchester earlier this year.

Top UK economist calls for major housing policy reform

Tue, 04 Dec 2012

GVA played host to one of the UK’s leading thinkers professor Duncan Maclennan, CBE, yesterday. The outspoken economist called on a need for root-and-branch reform, including an end to “home ownership obsession” and “rhetorical nonsense about planning”.

GVA wins yet another national award

Fri, 30 Nov 2012

GVA received the Corporate Real Estate Partnership Award alongside RBS, DTZ and DLA Piper for their complete real estate service across the UK and Ireland Royal Bank of Scotland occupational portfolio.

GVA advises on new community annex at Sikh Gurdwara

Thu, 29 Nov 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands leading national property advisor, GVA has completed monitoring the construction of a new community centre in the city.

GVA presents future of hotel & healthcare property

Thu, 29 Nov 2012

Thursday saw GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, present the first in a series of alternative sector seminars.

GVA brings new healthy eating restaurant concept to the UK

Wed, 28 Nov 2012

GVA has acquired the first UK store for Saffran Restaurants, a new healthy eating restaurant concept, within the Great Hall of the Trafford Centre, Greater Manchester.

GVA obtains Rock planning consent for final phase

Wed, 28 Nov 2012

GVA has obtained full planning permission for a new restaurant quarter in Bury town centre as a final phase of The Rock mixed-use scheme. Located on the former Sol Viva site, the new scheme will comprise of four new restaurant units with a covered walkway and external seating areas. The project will see c. 85 jobs created.

GVA presents £22 billion North-West economy to London investors

Tue, 27 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, held a North-West investment seminar in the City of London earlier today, supported by Cheshire and Warrington regional authorities and their respective inward investment teams.

GVA leisure team appointed to find new operator for Fort Dunlop Hotel

Tue, 27 Nov 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and Birmingham’s leading property advisor, GVA, has been appointed to seek an occupier for the iconic hotel at Fort Dunlop.

GVA congratulates London Planning Awards shortlist

Tue, 27 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser and one of the sponsors of this year’s London Planning Awards, sends its congratulations to all of the shortlisted entries.

GVA urges more action to deliver new homes

Wed, 21 Nov 2012

On the first anniversary of ‘A housing strategy for England’ on 21 November 2011, which set out a series of measures designed to kick-start house-building activity, progress on the implementation of that strategy has been very disappointing.

GVA focused on disposal of second phase of A&J Mucklow’s Apex Park

Wed, 21 Nov 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and the Midlands’ leading property adviser, GVA is seeking occupiers for the six acre second phase of A&J Mucklow’s Apex Park site in Worcester.

GVA announces Manchester office move

Mon, 19 Nov 2012

GVA today announces the relocation of its Manchester office to PRUPIM’s Norfolk House in the core of the City’s commercial district.

GVA predicts the ‘Tipping Point’ is nigh for the Manchester city centre office market

Mon, 19 Nov 2012

Manchester city centre could be facing an under supply of built ‘Grade A’ office space by the third quarter of 2013, if prevailing office absorption rates continue, according to the latest market analysis from GVA.

GVA appoints Ratings specialist

Fri, 16 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has appointed a Director in its Ratings Team in Manchester. The latest appointment follows a recruitment drive in the Manchester office, which has seen 13 new appointments since the beginning of the year.

Mr Mayor, be bold and put Bristol on the map

Fri, 16 Nov 2012

“With the election of Bristol’s first Mayor, there’s a huge opportunity to be grasped to put politics to one side and put the Open for Business sign firmly on the city’s gates.”

GVA secures letting to NFU Mutual

Wed, 14 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has secured a deal to bring NFU Mutual to Ripon on a long-term lease.

GVA lets large warehouse facility in Batley

Tue, 13 Nov 2012

Acting on behalf of Aberdeen Asset Management, GVA has completed the letting of the 87,674 sq ft former Rest Assured facility on Grange Road to Oxfam who is relocating from Huddersfield.

Unparalleled service brings national award for GVA’s primary care team

Fri, 09 Nov 2012

GVA Health, the specialist healthcare team at independent property adviser GVA, has had its expertise within the primary care sector recognised with a major industry award. Senior director Richard Taylor, who heads the primary care team based out of GVA’s Bristol office, together with fellow director Tim Scruton, picked up the Property Adviser of the Year accolade at the General Practice Awards 2012.

GVA welcomes new graduates

Wed, 07 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, welcomed seven new graduates last month to complete its total graduate intake for 2012.

GVA to launch ‘Evolving London’ debate

Fri, 02 Nov 2012

This month GVA will launch the first in a series of lectures aimed at addressing the most prominent and challenging issues facing London’s long term growth.

GVA continues investment team expansion with another director appointment

Thu, 01 Nov 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, has appointed another new investment director to further strengthen its existing national UK investment team.

GVA welcomes Heseltine’s drive for growth

Thu, 01 Nov 2012

Lord Heseltine, in his new report - ‘No stone unturned’ - has urged the Government to produce an overarching and long-term National Growth Strategy, and its vision for wealth creation, implemented through a new National Growth Council, chaired by the Prime Minister.

New turbines could generate enough power for 25,000 homes

Wed, 31 Oct 2012

GVA has welcomed the news that proposals for a wind farm in Frodsham have been approved by Government.

Bristol property management team help Thames Valley Park’s green travel plan

Tue, 30 Oct 2012

The Property Management Consultancy team at the Bristol office of GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has been helping staff and visitors at one of Europe’s largest business & technology parks, Thames Valley Park (TVP) in Reading have a really comfortable – and green - trip into work.

GVA completes sale of Ashford House, Coventry

Tue, 30 Oct 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property adviser, has completed the sale of Ashford House in Coventry on behalf of Scottish Widows Investment Partnership.

West End Gateway set for major change says GVA

Tue, 30 Oct 2012

New research by GVA, sponsored by New West End Company, has revealed that the St Giles Circus area in London’s West End is on the verge of a major retail renaissance.

Adviser of the Year accolade for GVA

Fri, 26 Oct 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent property adviser, has been named Client Adviser of the Year in the annual property awards organised by the South West Business Insider. Director Tim Scruton was presented with the award at a gala dinner in Bristol.

Powerleague to invest £20m into community sports facilities in London

Wed, 24 Oct 2012

Powerleague Fives Ltd, the UK’s largest premier five-a-side football centre operator, has announced ambitious plans to invest £20 million into community sports facilities across London.

Missed opportunity to level the playing field

Tue, 23 Oct 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, GVA, claims the Government has missed a clear opportunity to fairly re-distribute the business rates burden.

GVA appointed to advise Birmingham City University on campus plans

Tue, 23 Oct 2012

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant and Birmingham’s leading property advisor, GVA, has been appointed to advise on Birmingham City University’s estates strategy in relation to vacating its City North Campus, in Perry Barr.

Property experts are ‘all the fun of the fair’ for charity

Tue, 23 Oct 2012

LandAid Day, one of the property industry’s biggest annual fundraising events, took place on Thursday 11 October with over 55 companies and an estimated 1,500 people from across the UK property industry.

Crossrail predicted to increase property values by £5.5 billion

Tue, 16 Oct 2012

Crossrail could help create £5.5 billion in added value to residential and commercial real estate along its route between 2012 and 2021 according to new research for Crossrail by GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant.

John Glen MP cuts the first turf at new Salisbury surgery development

Fri, 12 Oct 2012

GVA's specialist primary care and building teams in Bristol have been working closely with the Salisbury Medical Practice to bring their relocation to a new hub of medical excellence closer to reality. This move took another step forward yesterday when local MP John Glen cut the first turf on the new site at Fountain Way, Salisbury, land once used by the Old Manor Hospital.

Specialist facilities manager named supplier of the year at Cineworld ‘Oscars’

Fri, 12 Oct 2012

GVA Acuity – a specialist occupier-focused facilities management arm of GVA, the UK’s largest independent property advisers – has been named supplier of the year to Cineworld Cinemas, the UK’s second largest cinema operator.

Grade A office availability continues to decline says GVA

Thu, 11 Oct 2012

A number of cities have seen an increase in smaller secondary office take-up transactions while the larger Grade A deals are taking longer to mobilise, according to the latest market analysis from GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor.

Deliverable environment key to unblocking development pipeline

Wed, 10 Oct 2012

The UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, GVA, has published a report outlining significant challenges facing Scottish town centres.

Jaguar Estates sell final speculative unit at Magna Business Park in Rotherham

Tue, 09 Oct 2012

HS Atec has purchased the last remaining speculative industrial unit at Magna 34 Business Park, just off Junction 34 of the M1 into Rotherham in a deal brokered by Rob Oliver of GVA.

UK’s leading leisure advisory team secures sale of Aston Wood Golf Club

Tue, 09 Oct 2012

The leisure advisory team of independent property expert GVA has completed the sale of a popular West Midlands golf course on behalf of Struan Investments Limited.

GVA secures HS2 appointment

Fri, 05 Oct 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has been appointed to the shortlist panel of five advisors to High Speed Two Limited (HS2) for estates professional services.

Forest Holidays secures major finance deal via SRP

Wed, 03 Oct 2012

Forest Holidays, specialists in exclusive rural holiday accommodation, has successfully secured substantial funding via SRP Risk & Finance LLP, from Lloyds Development Capital (LDC), and an additional debt facility from Lloyds Banking Group (LBG).

GVA sells rare Mayfair freehold

Wed, 03 Oct 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has completed the sale of the freehold interest of 29 Sackville Street in Mayfair for £9.6 million, reflecting a capital value of £1,450 per sq ft.

GVA raises over £3,000 in charity abseil

Tue, 02 Oct 2012

A team from the Midlands office of independent property experts GVA have thrown themselves into the fundraising spirit, abseiling down their own office building.

Two new appointments at GVA’s teams in the North

Tue, 02 Oct 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has appointed two experienced new members of staff to its teams in the North of England.

GVA expands its retail team with new director appointment

Tue, 25 Sep 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent property adviser, has further strengthened its position in the retail market with the appointment of Tom Keys-Toyer to its national retail team.

GVA expands its retail team with new director appointment

Tue, 25 Sep 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent property adviser, has further strengthened its position in the retail market with the appointment of Tom Keys-Toyer to its national retail team.

Mint Velvet opens in Reigate

Tue, 25 Sep 2012

Fashion retailer Mint Velvet has opened its12th stand-alone store. The 520 sq ft store in High Street, Reigate, was secured for Mint Velvet by GVA, the UK’s largest independent property adviser.

RICS unveils UK’s first development viability report

Fri, 21 Sep 2012

The Royal Institution of Charted Surveyors (RICS) has launched the UK’s first industry guidance note and central benchmark for good practice in testing the viability of commercial, residential and mixed-use development.

GVA gets St Peter's Hospice out of a bind

Thu, 20 Sep 2012

Volunteers from the Bristol office of GVA put on their gardening gloves to help local charity St Peter’s Hospice in Brentry, Bristol, bring an overgrown hedge and low stone wall back to life.

Land acquisition paves way for South West energy centre

Thu, 20 Sep 2012

An eagerly awaited specialist training venue for the renewable energy and sustainable construction sectors, which has been heralded as having national significance for the industry, will soon become a reality with the completion of its land acquisition.

GVA hosts an audience with ex-Man United star

Wed, 19 Sep 2012

The pitch might be green but with some 700,000 fans travelling to the UK’s energy-intensive football stadiums at the start of this season, it can be hard to see where sustainability fits into sport.

GVA shortlisted for three EG awards

Wed, 19 Sep 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has been shortlisted as a finalist in three categories at this year’s Estates Gazette Awards.

GVA advises Topland Group in Whitefriars purchase

Wed, 19 Sep 2012

Independent property adviser GVA has acted for The Topland Group in the acquisition of one of Bristol city centre's largest office buildings, Whitefriars.

GVA specialists complete Somerset medical centre

Tue, 18 Sep 2012

Specialists in the primary care property sector at independent advisor GVA, have completed their role in the development of the new Creech Medical Centre in Somerset.

GVA to market Zenith Control Centres

Thu, 13 Sep 2012

Independent property adviser, GVA, has been instructed to market the Zenith Control Portfolio - five purpose-built, high specification control centres - on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.

GVA hosts debate on future of business parks at Thames Valley Property Forum

Wed, 12 Sep 2012

GVA's Carl Potter, Senior Director and Head of National Offices will chair a panel debate at the Thames Valley Property Forum at Ascot Racecourse, covering the future of Business Parks in the UK.

Beva secures largest industrial letting of the year

Mon, 10 Sep 2012

GVA has helped Beva Investments complete one of the largest industrial lettings of the year so far as US-giant Sally Hair and Beauty, the world's largest retailer of professional beauty supplies, signs a 15 year lease at Unit B Beva, @ Walker Park, Blackburn, comprising of 194,000 sq. ft.

Regeneration of significant derelict Bristol site moves forward GVA starts search for developer

Fri, 07 Sep 2012

The Carriageworks (Grade II* listed) and Westmoreland House, which have been derelict for 25 years and includes one of Bristol's landmark buildings could be transformed within a few years.

Derwent Holdings Ltd appoints GVA to market Ellesmere Centre

Fri, 07 Sep 2012

Leading property consultant, GVA, has been appointed by Derwent Holdings to market its most recent regeneration project, The Ellesmere Centre in Walkden, Greater Manchester.

GVA responds to latest housing and growth initiatives

Fri, 07 Sep 2012

Chris Goddard, Senior Director and Head of Planning, Development and Regeneration at GVA comments on the latest Government proposals on housing and growth.

Investor demand remains strong with yields bolstered by long leases and strong covenants

Thu, 06 Sep 2012

A new report by GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, indicates there has been considerable appetite this year for investment in the student housing sector as it continues to grow in popularity.

Will more planning flexibility address High Street vacancies?

Wed, 05 Sep 2012

Chris Goddard, Head of Planning, Development and Regeneration at GVA considers the proposed changes to the Use Classes Order and their implications.

Average regional office take-up levels remain challenging says GVA

Tue, 04 Sep 2012

A mixture of business confidence and a lack of Grade A office space has continued to affect regional office occupier markets, according to the latest market analysis from GVA.

Investor demand remains strong with yields bolstered by long leases and strong covenants

Fri, 31 Aug 2012

Scottish cities office space in high demand

Fri, 31 Aug 2012

Edinburgh and Glasgow were responsible for 42% of all office take-up in the UK regional markets in Q2 2012, according to figures released today by the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, GVA.

GVA brings two coastal holiday parks to market

Fri, 31 Aug 2012

Almost 68 acres (28 hectares) of prime holiday park space is being marketed by leading property and leisure consultant GVA Hotels and Leisure.

Another new appointment boosts GVA expansion plans

Fri, 31 Aug 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has appointed a new surveyor to its growing Planning, Development and Regeneration team in Leeds.

Holborn Links Estate proving popular following GVA deals

Thu, 30 Aug 2012

On behalf of Holborn Links Limited, GVA in conjunction with Allsop have let three Grade II listed Georgian buildings in the Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1 district.

Business parks responding to changing conditions

Thu, 30 Aug 2012

A new report by GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, indicates UK business parks have remained popular with occupiers despite the ongoing recession and future outlook.

GVA unveils new director to enter Scottish investment fray

Wed, 29 Aug 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, has appointed a new investment director to significantly strengthen its position in the Scottish investment market.

Secondary assets landlords must act to realise optimised value or sell now says GVA

Tue, 28 Aug 2012

For landlords, the market for secondary property will not make a notable recovery for some time, so sitting and waiting on existing stock will no longer work as a sound investment strategy as its value continues to corrode.

GVA completes sale of new Morrison's supermarket

Thu, 23 Aug 2012

GVA has completed the sale of a brand new, 105,977 sq ft Morrisons supermarket in Birmingham to global fund manager PRUPIM for £54 million, reflecting a net yield of 4.5 per cent.

Leeds City Council appoints GVA to advise on the Community Infrastructure Levy and the viability of the Leeds Core Strategy

Tue, 21 Aug 2012

Leeds City Council is preparing for the introduction of its Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) for Leeds.

Average regional office take-up levels remain low says GVA

Wed, 15 Aug 2012

Business confidence has continued to affect regional office occupier markets, according to the latest market analysis from GVA.

GVA appointed to help prepare estate strategy for University of Oxford

Wed, 25 Jul 2012

The University of Oxford Estates Directorate has appointed GVA to work with them to prepare an Estate Strategy to help deliver the estates elements of the University's strategic plan and to respond to emerging academic priorities, the changing funding regime, the complex local planning context in Oxford and challenging carbon reduction objectives.

GVA welcomes mandatory CO2 emission reporting

Wed, 25 Jul 2012

The government has recently announced mandatory greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reporting for all businesses listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.

GVA advises on sale of iconic Liverpool property

Mon, 23 Jul 2012

Leading property consultant, GVA, has been appointed to market the iconic Parr Street Studios and Hotel in Liverpool.

Bristol team's specialist advice culminates in official opening by the PM

Mon, 23 Jul 2012

A £5.5 million health care development advised from conception through to completion by specialists at the Bristol office of property adviser GVA, has been opened by The Prime Minister, David Cameron.

Latent demand for grade A space builds in Bristol

Mon, 23 Jul 2012

With a lack of brand new Grade A accommodation in Bristol city centre available for immediate occupation, and no new speculative development underway, the commercial property market will see a significant restriction on total supply over the next twelve months.

MOD seeks contractor for major new training facility

Tue, 17 Jul 2012

GVA has been appointed by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) to assist in identifying potential Contractors who may be invited to provide an integrated infrastructure solution for the relocation of The Princess Royal Barracks, Surrey (Deepcut) and consolidation from other locations, to Worthy Down in Hampshire.

GVA completes the sale of Tawstock Court

Tue, 17 Jul 2012

Independent property adviser GVA has completed the sale of the Tawstock Court estate near Barnstaple, Devon, on behalf of Nigel Morrison and Trevor O'Sullivan of Grant Thornton UK LLP, joint administrators of St Michael's School Tawstock Ltd.

GVA Dixon Webb demonstrates its cross-sector agency capabilities with deal success

Mon, 16 Jul 2012

Following the recent merger of GVA and Dixon Webb, the 'new look' agency team has received its first award, with Richard Peters collecting Estate Gazette's 'Most Active Dealmaker' award for the Merseyside district.

Storefirst Ltd acquire unit on Ashroyd Business Park

Mon, 16 Jul 2012

Local developer Ackroyd and Abbott has sold Unit 4a Ashroyd Business Park to Storefirst Ltd, for its first Yorkshire facility.

Morlands Enterprise Park in Glastonbury comes to life

Mon, 09 Jul 2012

Whitbread has moved on site at Cubex Land's Morlands Enterprise Park to start building a new 60 bedroom Premier Inn and Brewers Fayre scheme following receipt of detailed planning permission.

GVA appointed as agents for 37 acre Friargate development, Coventry

Thu, 05 Jul 2012

National property consultant GVA has been appointed as agent on Coventry city centre's proposed Friargate development.

Edinburgh to run out of office space within 18 months

Mon, 02 Jul 2012

Edinburgh is in need of urgent development of new grade A office space, according to a report released today by leading commercial property consultants GVA. The report highlights that demand will shortly outstrip supply in the city centre.

GVA sign Wolseley at Heron Business Park

Thu, 28 Jun 2012

GVA has secured a new letting of the largest unit at Heron Business Park in Widnes, on behalf of Widnes Generation Limited.

Ifco Systems UK secure warehouse unit at Normanton

Thu, 28 Jun 2012

Ifco Systems UK has taken a new lease on a 64,600sq ft unit on Loscoe Close, Normanton.

GVA Birmingham make two director-level promotions

Wed, 27 Jun 2012

GVA's Birmingham office has strengthened its team of property professionals with two director-level promotions.

Deal sealed for holiday park in scenic beauty spot

Mon, 25 Jun 2012

A large holiday park in the Lake District National Park has been sold by GVA Hotels and Leisure based on a guide price of £6.5million.

GVA expands lease consultancy team to meet new client demand

Mon, 25 Jun 2012

GVA has bolstered its lease consultancy team with the appointment of Dulcie Bolland as an Associate in the Manchester office. The appointment comes on the back of a number of new client wins for the GVA team over the last 18 months, including; Ministry of Justice, RBS and First Choice.

DIO seeks development manager for 359 acre site in Thames Valley

Fri, 22 Jun 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has been instructed by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), the Ministry of Defence's (MOD) property and services provider, to procure a Development Manager for Arborfield Garrison in Berkshire.

Ratings Janus - it all depends which way you look at it

Mon, 18 Jun 2012

Like Janus, the Roman god of new beginnings, who had one head looking back at the past and another looking forward to the future, the Coalition Government has, up to now, taken a somewhat two-faced approach to the thorny subject of business rates on vacant properties.

Sherborne Square - Open for business

Fri, 15 Jun 2012

Liverpool-based property consultancy GVA Dixon Webb has completed the latest in a string of 12 lettings to return Huyton shopping precinct, Sherborne Square, to full occupancy.

Leading fenner distributor takes space at GMPVF's Globe Park

Fri, 15 Jun 2012

GVA has secured a tenant for Unit Three at Globe Park in Rochdale, on behalf of the Greater Manchester Property Venture Fund (GMPVF).

Former James Latham site sold for six figure sum

Fri, 15 Jun 2012

Following the successful relocation of James Latham's local operation to Tingley, it has now completed the sale of their former premises on Milner Way, Ossett.

GVA leisure advisory claims no 1 ranking in UK

Fri, 08 Jun 2012

Industry's most comprehensive service paves way for GVA.

Landmark building in Bath changes hands for £6.9m

Wed, 06 Jun 2012

Independent property adviser GVA purchased the iconic retail and office investment on behalf of the international property fund manager, Cordea Savills.

GVA urges caution on 'damaging' RPI indexed leases

Fri, 01 Jun 2012

In setting out the best possible rent review options for different sectors, GVA has analysed existing lease agreements in the UK and found RPI rent increases to be a damaging alternative.

Another senior appointment boosts GVA expansion

Thu, 31 May 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has appointed a new residential expert to its growing team in Leeds.

Leeds team walk for charity

Mon, 28 May 2012

A 24-strong team from the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor and 10 solicitors from Pinsent Masons completed a 12 hour sponsored trek in excess of 30 miles for the fourth year running, this year raising more than £9,000.

Senior appointment and promotions boosts GVA expansion plans

Mon, 28 May 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has appointed a new director to it building team and made two senior promotions to its growing team in Leeds.

Property expert helps Citizens Advice Bureau save thousands

Thu, 24 May 2012

A project that is offering support to the voluntary and community sector in the North East by using experts from business, has come to the aid of Newcastle Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB). SkillsBridge was able to provide a volunteer from the local office of commercial property consultant GVA, to offer specific and valuable support to Newcastle CAB for a vital property development project.

GVA unveils new team to enter retail investment fray

Wed, 23 May 2012

Latest installment continues GVA growth plan

Unlocking town centre retail developments

Wed, 23 May 2012

GVA’s latest research bulletin examines the challenges faced by many town centres and why so many are failing to achieve new investment and development.

GVA hands over Avonmouth's newest development

Tue, 22 May 2012

Avonmouth’s newest development has been handed over to its new occupiers by project managers at independent property adviser GVA.

Property expert helps Citizen Advice Bureau save thousands

Tue, 22 May 2012

Property expert helps Citizen Advice Bureau save thousands

GVA reveals extent of town centre development hiatus

Fri, 18 May 2012

Initial findings from a survey of local authorities in England and Wales reveal that just over 40% of town centre retail-led development schemes are either delayed, halted or permanently stalled. A third of councils have no schemes planned at all.

GVA secures deal at Penrhyn Court

Wed, 16 May 2012

GVA has sold Unit C2 at Penrhyn Court, Knowsley Business Park, on behalf of Caddick Developments.

Landmark building to benefit from refurbishment

Tue, 15 May 2012

An extensive refurbishment has started at one of Cardiff's landmark office buildings.

GVA brings West Dorset council offices to market

Mon, 14 May 2012

West Dorset District Council has appointed leading independent property adviser GVA to bring its Stratton House campus in Dorchester to market.

Receivers of Osbaston House to put grounds on market

Fri, 11 May 2012

Independent property consultants GVA, acting as Law of Property Act (LPA) Receivers on Osbaston House in Shropshire, have instructed agents to market the grounds following demolition of the burnt out house and outbuildings.

GVA to strengthen balance sheet to drive growth

Fri, 11 May 2012

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, today announced a capital restructuring of its balance sheet that will prepare the business for the next stage of its ongoing strategic growth programme.

Regional office markets show significant improvement, especially in out-of-town activity says GVA

Mon, 30 Apr 2012

Prospects for the regional office market have improved significantly in Q1 2012, according to GVA, the UK's largest independent property consultant.

GVA wins approval for Wirral Metropolitan College's housing development

Thu, 26 Apr 2012

Wirral Metropolitan College, the Wirral's leading provider of post-16 learning, has obtained planning consent for a residential development at its Carlett Park campus in Eastham.

Major letting in Blackburn

Mon, 23 Apr 2012

Beva Investments have let 167,000 sq ft of the Beva at Walker Park Complex in Blackburn, to MDA on a 10 year lease. This is the second secured letting at the 500,000 sq ft complex in the past 18 months, with only 107,000 sq ft now remaining.

GVA wins Professional Agency Team of the Year award!

Mon, 23 Apr 2012

GVA is delighted to announce it was the winner of the property industry's most coveted award last week!

GMPF hailed as a 'pioneering approach'

Mon, 16 Apr 2012

The Greater Manchester Pension Fund's (GMPF) 'pioneering approach to self-help' is being hailed as a model for UK authorities, with the GVA-managed Greater Manchester Property Venture Fund (GMPVF) viewed as a blueprint to kick-start local investment.

GVA raises £27k for Whizz-Kidz

Mon, 16 Apr 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, raised just shy of £27,000 for Whizz-Kidz in 2011.

Popular Bath pub, The Cork, changes hands for £2.72m

Mon, 16 Apr 2012

The Bristol office of GVA Humberts Leisure has advised The City Pub Company in the purchase of its first pub - The Cork, in Bath.

Pub consolidation set to continue according to GVA

Mon, 16 Apr 2012

The pub sector has endured a five year transition from the economic downturn to the humble beginnings of what is starting to resemble a market recovery.

Sale of major visitor attraction in the Cotswolds

Thu, 12 Apr 2012

A key visitor attraction in the Cotswolds has been sold by leading leisure property advisor GVA Humberts Leisure.

Sale of major visitor attraction in the Cotswolds

Thu, 12 Apr 2012

A key visitor attraction in the Cotswolds has been sold by leading leisure property advisor GVA Humberts Leisure.

GVA retained as joint agent on The Pavillions, Solihull

Wed, 11 Apr 2012

Independent property consultant GVA has been retained as joint agent for The Pavilions office development in Solihull, acting with KWB to secure the sale or letting of the site's office units and 2 acres of land for potential development.

Dixon Webb arrive at Mercury Court

Mon, 02 Apr 2012

Dixon Webb, the leading UK commercial property consultant recently acquired by GVA, has moved its staff into GVA's Mercury Court premises in the heart of Liverpool city centre this week.

Nixon Hire Acquires New Headquarters Building in Newcastle

Sat, 31 Mar 2012

Nixon Hire has consolidated it's operation in Newcastle by acquiring a new landmark headquarters building at City West Business Park, Scotswood Road to which their Central Support Office will relocate in early April 2012. The 3 storey state of the art office building which can ultimately accommodate up to 100 staff and the existing Nixon Hire facility on Water Street will be retained as their Newcastle Depot.

GVA completes lease for Scottish Widows at DIRFT

Fri, 30 Mar 2012

Birmingham property specialists, GVA has completed a letting to worldwide logistics company DHL on a distribution warehouse and associated offices of over 140,000 sq ft at Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal (DIRFT).

Strong take-up in Scottish business parks but tough period ahead

Thu, 29 Mar 2012

Figures released by GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, have shown a strong level of business park take-up in the second half of 2011 but indicate a challenging period ahead.

GVA RGA welcomes Titanic waterfront attraction launch in Belfast

Thu, 29 Mar 2012

UK hotel and leisure experts, GVA RGA has played a key role in bringing the new £95 million Titanic Belfast project to fruition.

Chinese jewellery giant appoints GVA

Wed, 28 Mar 2012

GVA has been appointed on behalf of Chinese fashion jewellery company, Neoglory, which is looking to open six new units across the UK.

GVA acquires new home for S2S Group

Wed, 28 Mar 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has completed the acquisition of Unit B Brookfield's Park in Rotherham on behalf of S2S Electronics Limited.

GVA welcomes national planning policy framework

Tue, 27 Mar 2012

On 27 March 2012, the Government published the final National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) designed to streamline the planning system, promote economic development and encourage community involvement in the planning process.

2012 - Crumbs from George Osborne's Budget swept up by "Pasty Tax"

Thu, 22 Mar 2012

Ian Parker, Consultant, GVA comments "I have looked at all aspects of the budget and have confirmed my concerns that the north east is being short changed by the Coalition Government relative to other regions, Scotland, Wales and the capital city London!".

GVA responds to 2012 budget

Wed, 21 Mar 2012

More radical initiatives needed and greater clarity on policy required says GVA

GVA presents in views prior to 2012 budget

Tue, 20 Mar 2012

Cardiff ultra-marathon runner expects to be pushed to the absolute limits

Fri, 16 Mar 2012

A planning consultant from the Cardiff office of independent property adviser GVA is planning to swop his desk for the desert as he prepares to undertake the world's toughest footrace next month.

The £30m Chrysalis Fund launches in Merseyside

Thu, 15 Mar 2012

New funding to kick start employment creating projects in Merseyside, the £30m Chrysalis Fund, was officially launched in Liverpool today (www.chrysalisfund.co.uk). Leaders from Liverpool and across the North-West, as well as Fund's board members, European officials and advisors came together to announce details of the £30m fund aimed at investment in commercial property and regeneration projects across Merseyside over the next three years.

Sale completed for prestigious holiday park in a Lancashire beauty spot

Mon, 12 Mar 2012

A holiday park spanning 20 acres on the edge of the Lake District has been sold by GVA Humberts Leisure for an undisclosed fee.

Severnside, the powerhouse of the West

Fri, 09 Mar 2012

Paul Hobbs, industrial agency director at GVA, looks at the region's changing landscape.

GVA secures market leading commercial property advisor in North West

Thu, 08 Mar 2012

GVA has acquired Dixon Webb, a market leading UK commercial property consultant based in the North West of England.

Historic Tawstock Court on the market

Wed, 07 Mar 2012

On the instructions of Nigel Morrison and Trevor O'Sullivan of Grant Thornton LLP, joint administrators of St Michael's School Tawstock Ltd, the Bristol office of independent property adviser GVA has been instructed to market Tawstock Court near Barnstaple.

GVA leisure experts appointed to advise on loss of pubs

Wed, 07 Mar 2012

GVA has been appointed to advise Cambridge City Council on how to deal with the loss of pubs in the city.

GVA and Centre for Cities take glimpse at London in 10 years

Tue, 06 Mar 2012

GVA, the UK's largest commercial property advisor and Centre for Cities, the research and policy institute for UK cities have produced new research to highlight the areas of London that are likely to see significant physical development and regeneration over the coming ten years.

GVA takes Czech Republic's 76.5m euro premier retail outlet to market

Thu, 01 Mar 2012

On behalf of TK Developments and LMS Outlets , GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, has been appointed on what it believes to be the Czech Republic's leading retail investment opportunity.

GVA pushes major re-development opportunity

Fri, 24 Feb 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor, is inviting offers to secure a 0.575 acre prime re-development opportunity close to the Shard at London Bridge, SE1.

20% of UK commercial stock unlettable by 2018 if sufficient steps aren't taken by government says GVA

Tue, 21 Feb 2012

As much as 20% of total UK commercial stock could become unlettable in 2018 if the necessary action is not taken to improve the sustainability of existing stock.

GVA secures new Scottish home for Swiss software company

Fri, 17 Feb 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant has secured the new Edinburgh base for Swiss software solutions company, Avaloq.

Leeds office market reaching a tipping point says GVA

Fri, 17 Feb 2012

A healthy office market in Leeds will lead to a tipping point in the next 18 months if the current demand continues, according to GVA - the UK's largest independent commercial property advisor.

GVA presents Q1 EPMR report

Thu, 16 Feb 2012

Overseas investors are maintaining strong interest in the UK commercial property market, supported by the current competitive level of sterling, according to the latest market analysis from GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser.

GVA enrols for major new educational role

Wed, 15 Feb 2012

GVA secured a major contract to further bolster its share of government mandates and consolidate its market share to 46% on the OGC/GPS estates professional services framework.

GVA raises £3k for Wood Street Mission

Tue, 14 Feb 2012

The Manchester office of leading commercial property advisor, GVA, has donated £3,130 to the Wood Street Mission following a year of fundraising activities.

GVA lands 'hatrick' of housing studies

Mon, 13 Feb 2012

Housing and planning expert, GVA, has been appointed to prepare three housing studies on behalf of two local councils.

Management contract signed for Arndale House

Mon, 13 Feb 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, has secured an instruction to manage one of Bradford's most prominent office buildings.

GVA secures another leading UK leisure team

Mon, 13 Feb 2012

GVA has acquired RGA Consulting, a leading UK hotel and leisure property specialist based in Edinburgh and London.

GVA strengthens Manchester planning team

Fri, 10 Feb 2012

Responding to client demand, GVA has expanded its Planning, Development and Regeneration team in Manchester, with the appointment of a town planner.

GVA building team bucks the trend with appointments on more than £100 million of building projects primarily in the North East

Wed, 08 Feb 2012

Some commentators may feel that the construction industry has ground to a halt in the North East as a result of the lack of tower cranes on the skyline and news of job losses in the industry across the region.

Former courthouse brought to market

Mon, 06 Feb 2012

Exchange Buildings in Hull city centre is being marketed by GVA following its appointment as agents by Law of Property Act (LPA) Receivers.

GVA man presents the case for Sunderland

Wed, 01 Feb 2012

Mike Cuthbertson, Regional Senior Director at GVA gives his views.

GVA secures office sale in North Tyneside

Tue, 31 Jan 2012

GVA have secured the sale of the former Mills Group headquarters at Earsdon Road, Monkseaton following upon the group's acquisition by Tesco.

Triodos Bank on the move

Fri, 27 Jan 2012

The leading ethical bank Triodos Bank is gearing up for its move to new HQ offices, and has released three properties onto the market through their agents GVA.

Gateshead Quays: The state of play by GVA

Fri, 27 Jan 2012

Tony Wordsworth, Director at GVA sets out plans for one of the North East's leading regeneration quarters.

GVA Project manages major new distribution facility alongside A19 at Wynyard Park

Thu, 26 Jan 2012

The Newcastle office of GVA has been appointed as Employer's Agent and Cost Consultant on one of the largest pre-let industrial deals in the North East for many years. GVA is project managing the new 343,000 sq.ft cross-dock warehouse at Teeslink on Wynyard Park, Stockton on Tees. The development is a joint venture between British Airways Pension Trustees Ltd and Sladen Estate Ltd, both of whom GVA works with closely on a national basis.

GVA's property management team expansion continues in 2012

Wed, 25 Jan 2012

GVA's Birmingham-based Property Management team has been strengthened with the appointment of a new Associate and the promotion of another.

£4,000 raised for Alzheimer's Society from 24 peaks in 24 hours expedition

Wed, 25 Jan 2012

Three Birmingham professionals have completed their fourth challenge to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society, a charity very close to their hearts.

GVA appointed by administrators for Radisson Blu Hotel, Birmingham

Wed, 25 Jan 2012

GVA has been appointed by Paul Flint, Mark Orton and Brian Green of KPMG LLP, Joint Administrators to Beetham Hotels Birmingham Ltd, to dispose of the 999 year lease of the landmark Radisson Blu Hotel on Holloway Circus in the centre of the city.

Connells secures new city centre offices

Mon, 23 Jan 2012

National estate agency Connells has signed a 10-year lease for a ground floor retail suite at Lombard House on Great Charles Street, Birmingham.

GVA arrives at Victoria

Mon, 23 Jan 2012

Muse, the developer of Network Rail's Fish Dock site at Victoria Station in Manchester, has appointed GVA as leasing and investment adviser.

Scottish city centre and out-of-town office market remain steady

Mon, 23 Jan 2012

In the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2011 city centre and out-of-town office take-up in the UK, including Glasgow and Edinburgh, was down by just 4% on the quarterly average over the last three years.

Multi-million pound food stores are a catalyst for wider regeneration

Fri, 20 Jan 2012

The considerable value of food stores - some of which can be worth around £20 million - is not only creating development activity in a challenging market, but also acting as a catalyst for much wider regeneration, reports Paul Brewer, director and head of retail at GVA's Birmingham office.

Refurbished office space is an attractive option

Fri, 20 Jan 2012

Matthew Tootell, director of National Markets - Offices at GVA's Leeds office, says there is great appetite out there for relocating to centrally located, refurbished office spaces.

GVA to lead review of Thurrock's £75m commercial property portfolio

Wed, 18 Jan 2012

GVA Financial Consulting has been appointed to act as strategic property advisor to Thurrock Council as part of the local authority’s ongoing review of its operational and commercial property portfolio worth in excess of £75m.

GVA announces letting at Merchant Exchange

Wed, 18 Jan 2012

GVA, acting jointly with Winton Faith, has let the sixth floor of Merchant Exchange, 20 Bell Street, Glasgow on behalf of CCLA Investment Management. The office space, which extends to 3,556 sq ft, was leased to Scottish Consortium for Learning Disability (SCLD) on a five year lease at a headline rental of £14.00 per sq ft.

Two key appointments to build on another year of regional success

Tue, 17 Jan 2012

The UK's leading independent commercial property consultant has added two new members to its team of experts in Leeds after a record year for the business.

GVA retail team starts 2012 in bullish mood with five new appointments

Tue, 17 Jan 2012

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, has recruited five new members of staff to strengthen, bolster and expand its existing national retail agency division.

£23m student accommodation acquisition in Newcastle

Mon, 16 Jan 2012

Two prime student accommodation blocks in the heart of Newcastle city centre have been acquired by LaSalle Investment Management in a deal worth £23.1million.

MOAF announces 2011 take up figures

Mon, 16 Jan 2012

The Manchester Office Agents' Forum (MOAF) has announced the results of office take up for 2011. City centre take up totals 700,000 sq ft down from 1.3m sq ft in 2010, which was boosted by the Co-operative Group pre-let at NOMA.

GVA Humberts Leisure strengthens Scottish leisure platform

Fri, 13 Jan 2012

The UK's largest independent commercial property adviser has appointed Adam Lansdown FRICS as a Principal Consultant within the company's GVA Humberts Leisure Edinburgh team.

A long time to wait for HS2

Thu, 12 Jan 2012

Alistair Andrew, Associate at GVA's Leeds office, welcomes the Government's decision to press ahead with High Speed 2 to improve journey times between Leeds and London but urges ministers to push through the necessary legislation as quick as possible.

GNB Industrial Power (UK) Limited and Exide Technologies (Transportation) Limited choose Middlebrook for new UK headquarters

Thu, 12 Jan 2012

Acting on behalf of GNB Industrial Power (UK) Limited and Exide Technologies (Transportation) Limited, GVA has completed the acquisition of a new UK headquarters on Orbit Development's iconic mixed use business, retail and leisure park at Middlebrook, Bolton.

Low sentiment doesn't reflect positive facts says GVA

Thu, 12 Jan 2012

Sentiment in the regional office markets has declined markedly since the summer according to GVA’s latest edition of The Big Nine – the quarterly regional office market review.

HS2 green light will deliver a major boost to Birmingham's economy

Tue, 10 Jan 2012

Ian Stringer, regional senior director at GVA's Birmingham office comments on why today's High Speed 2 decision helps highlight the urgency with which UK plc must progress with infrastructure projects to bolster economic growth:

The government's housing strategy could deliver a welcome boost to the West Midland's economy

Mon, 09 Jan 2012

The Prime Minister's New Year message is that the economy is 'in difficult times'. A widely held view is that it takes seven years to climb out of a recession, so we are only just past the mid-way point of the painful legacy of the economic recession that commenced in 2008.

Reduction in development activity may lead to a fall in construction tender prices

Mon, 09 Jan 2012

GVA's Building Cost Update report reveals that development activity has decreased in recent months, albeit from a very low base.

Medina Dairies takes two units at Globe Park, Rochdale

Wed, 28 Dec 2011

Joint agents GVA and Barton Kendal have let Units 5 and 6 at Globe Park, Rochdale to Medina Dairies, on behalf of its client Greater Manchester Property Venture Fund (GMPVF). The company has taken 3,500 sq ft on a five-year lease, at a headline rental of £4.25 per sq ft.

Mark Rawstron looks back on the twists and turns of 2011

Wed, 28 Dec 2011

Mark Rawstron, Regional Senior Director of GVA in Manchester looks back on the twists and turns of 2011.

National housing strategy will fall short of meeting rising demand warns GVA

Wed, 21 Dec 2011

The UK’S largest independent commercial property advisor GVA has set out its analysis of the Government housing strategy, warning that it does not go far enough to address the housing crisis in England.

Property experts forecast challenging year

Mon, 19 Dec 2011

Commercial property consultancy GVA is looking to grow its Yorkshire team to maximise business in a challenging market in 2012.

Donations are piled high to help Bristol's homeless

Tue, 13 Dec 2011

Bristol property adviser GVA is delivering nearly half a ton of food to Caring at Christmas, the Bristol charity that runs a shelter for the homeless or vulnerably housed over the Christmas period.

Pallet Hub takes the fast track at Central Park

Mon, 12 Dec 2011

Driving along the M49, cranes are once again active over Avonmouth, as a new distribution facility for CHEP UK Ltd is beginning to take shape. With the steel structure now in place, the 50,000 sq ft unit on 8 acres at Central Park is on a fast track schedule to be complete in spring 2012.

Picton UK Listed Real Estate secures new tenants at Queens House, Glasgow

Fri, 02 Dec 2011

Picton UK Listed Real Estate, landlords at Queens House at 19-29 St Vincent Street, has announced a raft of new companies that have taken space in the building.

£5 billion infrastructure investment will help to strengthen the UK economy

Wed, 30 Nov 2011

Stephen Hollowood, Senior Director at GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, comments on the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement:

New time limits for planning applications isn't the answer to encourage speculative development

Wed, 30 Nov 2011

Ian Stringer, Senior Director at GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant, comments on how the Chancellor needed to go much further with the Autumn Statement to stimulate economic recovery and ignite new private sector development:

GVA welcomes Chancellors Green Deal announcement

Tue, 29 Nov 2011

£200m stimulus to incentivise owners and occupiers to invest in energy efficiency.

Lord Heseltine presents Liverpool's investment case at One Wimpole Street

Tue, 22 Nov 2011

GVA and Liverpool Vision host high profile panel in setting out bright future for UK’s fastest growing economy outside London.

GVA welcomes Government housing strategy but voices concern over lacking longer term view

Mon, 21 Nov 2011

Gerry Hughes, Senior Director at GVA comments:

GVA Humberts Leisure hosts breakfast briefing at 2011 BISL Conference

Mon, 21 Nov 2011

The future of the sports and leisure industry in an uncertain economic climate.

GVA secures Glasgow's largest single site

Thu, 17 Nov 2011

Miller Developments has instructed the UK's largest independent commercial property adviser, GVA, to give agency advice on the former Hillman Imp car production plant at Linwood in Glasgow.

GVA welcomes localism act but small print needs addressing

Tue, 15 Nov 2011

Stephen Hollowood, Senior Director at GVA comments:

Three join GVA's planning team in Manchester

Mon, 14 Nov 2011

GVA has welcomed three new members to its planning, development and regeneration team in the North West.

Edinburgh to see rise in demand for student accommodation

Mon, 14 Nov 2011

The introduction of higher tuition fees south of the border raises the likelihood that the Edinburgh student accommodation market will be bursting at the seams, according to GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant.

GVA announces appointments and promotions in London

Wed, 09 Nov 2011

The UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant has made a handful of appointments and promotions in its Mayfair and the City offices in London.

GVA acquires new senior surveyor in Liverpool

Fri, 04 Nov 2011

James McGivern has joined the Land & Development Team as senior surveyor at GVA’s Liverpool Office, to further expand the company’s consultancy and agency offering in Liverpool and throughout the North West.

GVA’s Planning, Development and Regeneration team secures consent for Cockenzie CCGT and gas pipeline

Thu, 03 Nov 2011

GVA on behalf of ScottishPower Generation Ltd has secured various consents for a new Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) power station at Cockenzie, East Lothian.

Public sector lettings see Birmingham’s office market enjoy a buoyant second half of 2011

Wed, 02 Nov 2011

By Charles Toogood, Director, GVA Offices.

30,000 sq ft let at Shepley Industrial Estate

Tue, 01 Nov 2011

Unit 6 (10,686 sq ft) at Shepley Industrial Estate South in Audenshaw, has been let to textile manufacturing company, Multiple Winding, on a five year lease.

H2E Commerce takes Unit 13 at Orion Park

Mon, 31 Oct 2011

GVA has let Unit 13 at Orion Park, Crewe, to H2E Commerce, on behalf of joint venture developers, Graftongate and Highcross. The company has taken the 25,280 sq ft unit on a 10 year lease with a five year break, at a headline rental of £4.95 per sq ft.

MOD sites can ease the planning pressure on BANES

Mon, 31 Oct 2011

Three surplus MOD sites being brought to market may be the answer to the dilemma faced by Bath and North East Somerset Council (BANES) on reaching its housing numbers.

GVA wins CIL commissions in Swindon, London and Doncaster

Thu, 27 Oct 2011

GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property advisor, has been appointed by Swindon Borough Council and the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to undertake Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Viability Studies. GVA has also been appointed to assist Doncaster Metropolitan Council in considering the potential impact of introducing CIL.

GVA in running for best commercial property adviser

Thu, 27 Oct 2011

GVA, the UK’s largest commercial property adviser, has been shortlisted for Best Commercial Property Adviser at the International Property Awards, in association with Bloomberg Television.

Prime Huddersfield regeneration site brought to market

Wed, 26 Oct 2011

More than three acres of prime development space at a key regeneration site in West Yorkshire is being marketed by GVA, the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant.

£5.5 million boost for seaside economy

Wed, 26 Oct 2011

An ambitious extension to a seaside holiday park is expected to boost the local economy by more than £5.5million.

Building costs impact on construction industry

Fri, 21 Oct 2011

The GVA Building Cost Update report provides a timely reminder of the continuing impact of the economic downturn on the construction industry. Twelve months ago, development activity (and hence construction activity) in the commercial, industrial and residential sectors was increasing, albeit from a very low base, on the back of a modest increase in capital values. However, with weaker economic growth and static capital value increases, this increased development activity has ground to a halt. With a weak economic and property market outlook, and with development finance still severely constrained, it is unlikely that there will be much change in the amount of development activity over the next year or two.

AA calls out GVA for major office relocation

Wed, 19 Oct 2011

GVA has acquired 12,105 sq ft of office space at Fulwood Court in Preston, on behalf of the Automobile Association (AA).

GVA's tyre-ing day helps keep Wales tidy

Wed, 19 Oct 2011

Commercial property adviser GVA has joined forces with environmental campaigners Keep Wales Tidy to improve the quality of the environment in Cardiff.

GVA lets 19,371 sq ft to Moss Electrical at Trafford Park

Tue, 18 Oct 2011

Property consultant, GVA, has let Unit 18 at First Avenue/Europa Way at Trafford Park, to Moss Electrical, on behalf of Legacy Portfolio. Moss Electrical, which is one of the largest independent electrical wholesalers in the UK, has a strong presence in the South but the 19,371 sq ft unit will be the company’s first branch in the North West.

Business is buzzing in Okehampton

Tue, 18 Oct 2011

A former dairy in Okehampton is being transformed into a factory for manufacturing bee hives.

New retail openings planned at Cribbs Causeway

Mon, 17 Oct 2011

Next has taken an extra 10,000 sq ft of space at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway to create a new flagship store, coinciding with a number of other lifestyle retailers also signing new leases. The additional space has provided Next with a 43,000 sq ft store on a 15 year lease.

Regional office market sees steady improvement yet underlying concerns remain

Tue, 11 Oct 2011

The regional office occupier market has improved each quarter this year following a sluggish start, according to a recent report by GVA.

GVA secures deal at Trafford Park

Mon, 10 Oct 2011

GVA has let the former Project Furniture Company showroom at Unit 1, Wharfside in Trafford Park, to stationery supply company, DG Office Supplies.

GVA appoint new leader for Planning Team in Newcastle

Fri, 07 Oct 2011

GVA who recently moved to new premises in Central Square, Newcastle have appointed Gordon Metcalfe to the position of team leader within their expanding planning unit in Newcastle.

Private equity continues to show confidence in holiday park sector

Fri, 07 Oct 2011

As economic uncertainty persists, the holiday park industry on the other hand continues to present investment solace for lenders says leading UK leisure property specialist GVA Humberts Leisure.

Delta Properties appoints new joint venture partner for Central Park

Thu, 06 Oct 2011

Delta Properties, the Group which owns the 640 acre Central Park in Severnside, has today announced the appointment of Roxhill Developments Limited as its new joint venture development manager for Central Park.

GVA markets prominent fish market site

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

A former international fish auctioning facility on Hull docks is being brought to market by leading UK commercial property consultant GVA. The Corporate Recovery team at GVA’s Leeds office has been appointed as Law of Property Act (LPA) Receivers.

Major new depot for City Link at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

UK-based express delivery company, City Link, has recently acquired a new regional distribution centre of 66,753 sq ft on 4.84 acres adjacent to The Mall regional shopping centre, at Jc 17 M5, Bristol. The parcels company has taken the building from owners Prudential and Capital Shopping Centres, on a new ten year lease, at an undisclosed rent.

GVA secures five lettings in a month

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

Deals to bring five thriving firms to prime business park space have been sealed by leading property consultant GVA.

Property experts leap of faith for charity

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

A daredevil team of property experts are walking over the edge of a Leeds landmark building to support young and disadvantaged people.

F&C REIT completes letting of Darton warehouse to Kingspan Renewables

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

In one of the largest deals in South Yorkshire this year, F&C REIT Asset Management, acting on behalf of clients, has completed the letting of a 65,000sq ft warehouse at Dearne Mills, Darton, near Barnsley, to Kingspan Renewables, which will support its manufacturing and distribution operations in Wakefield.

James Latham is on the move

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

James Latham has acquired new premises at Tingley, in Leeds, to help facilitate expansion in the Northern region, specifically along the M62 corridor.

Defence Infrastructure Organisation disposes 60 acre RAF site

Fri, 30 Sep 2011

The sale of RAF Daws Hill, has recently been completed by GVA on behalf of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, through an unconditional sale to Taylor Wimpey UK Limited for a sum in excess of £30m. The site has potential for residential led mixed-use development to consist of approximately 550 residential units and commercial space subject to gaining the necessary planning consents.

Aoife McEvoy promoted to associate

Mon, 26 Sep 2011

Aoife McEvoy has been promoted to associate in the Land and Development team at GVA, Manchester.

Yields on prime retail assets to harden and secondary asset investment to rise says GVA

Mon, 26 Sep 2011

According to a report by the UK’s largest independent commercial property consultant GVA, investment into secondary retail assets is set to increase. A continuing shortage of prime stock in the market could mean an investor focus shift from prime to secondary property over the coming year.

GVA delivers Bristol's newest hotel on-time and within budget

Fri, 16 Sep 2011

Bristol’s newest hotel, the 151 bedroom Travelodge in Mitchell Lane, in the Redcliffe area of central Bristol, has been completed to time and to budget. Project managers GVA have now handed the hotel over to Travelodge for the first guests to move in.

First occupier secured for Bristol's Central Park

Thu, 15 Sep 2011

Central Park, Bristol, is pleased to announce its first pre-let to CHEP UK Limited for a new pallet distribution facility of 50,000 sq ft. The lease is for a 15 year term, with annualised rent increases in line with RPI.

GVA in the running for three EG awards

Thu, 15 Sep 2011

Leading UK commercial property consultant GVA has been shortlisted in three award categories at this year’s Estates Gazette Awards.

GVA completes £550,000 office fit out in the heart of Glasgow City Centre

Tue, 13 Sep 2011

GVA has completed the office fit out of the landmark Glasgow Grade A office development, 2 West Regent Street, on behalf of Digby Brown LLP, Scotland’s largest specialist personal injury practice.

Igloo Consortium wins preferred bidder status for The Northwest Urban Investment Fund (JESSICA) Merseyside

Tue, 06 Sep 2011

A consortium led by Igloo Regeneration with the full support of the Liverpool City Region Local Authorities has been selected as preferred bidder to establish a regeneration fund which will help enable projects critical to the region's economy to go ahead.

Record vacancy rates across Scotland's business parks in first half of 2011

Thu, 01 Sep 2011

Figures released by the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant GVA, have shown that office space take up across Scotland's business parks dropped in the first half of this year while floor space availability rose, taking vacancy rates up to a record high for the period.

GVA report sees cautious increase in business parks activity and record low in construction

Wed, 31 Aug 2011

A new report from GVA on occupier activity on the UK’s business parks showed an increase in activity in the first half of 2011. Yet, activity is still subdued amid persistent economic uncertainty.

Vacancy rate falls on South West Business Parks, but region holds steady compared to rest of the UK

Fri, 26 Aug 2011

Bristol and Bath Science Park continues to be the focus for business park activity in the South West region, according to a new report from property adviser GVA on occupier activity on the UK’s business parks.

GVA Schatunowski Brooks appoints more directors to strengthen "UK's leading team"

Mon, 15 Aug 2011

GVA Schatunowski Brooks has bolstered its specialist and market leading Rights of Light team through the addition of two new directors in Matthew Craske and Kaivin Wong.

GVA Humberts Leisure instructed on sale of landmark Blackpool hotel

Mon, 08 Aug 2011

Hotels and leisure property advisor, GVA Humberts Leisure, has been instructed to sell the landmark Queen’s Hotel, which occupies a prominent position on Blackpool’s South Promenade.

F&C Reit lets 245,000 sq ft let at Fradley Park, Lichfield

Tue, 02 Aug 2011

F&C REIT has let a combined 245,000 sq ft of new high-specification warehouse space at Fradley Park, Lichfield, to DHL and retail warehousing and distribution specialist Amethyst Group. GVA’s Industrial team acted on behalf of F&C REIT, together with Kingstons Commercial and CBRE.

Blacknest Gold and Country Club - For sale

Fri, 29 Jul 2011

GVA Humberts Leisure, the property specialists to the golf and golf hotel industries, is instructed to market Blacknest Golf & Country Club, which is situated close to the Surrey / Hampshire border in the South Downs National Park. Offers in the region of £1.25 million are invited for the freehold property.

UK would benefit from a building scrappage scheme

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

Matthew Tootell, Director at GVA, calls for the UK to reinvigorate the property market and address growing sustainability issues faced by the sector by introducing a scrappage scheme.

GVA ranked number one supplier on OGC Framework

Thu, 21 Jul 2011

GVA, the UK's largest independent commercial property consultant, has asserted its dominance in the public sector consultancy market once again.

Public and private sectors partner in Lancashire to develop super sports villages

Tue, 19 Jul 2011

The Lancashire Sports Partnership in association with GVA Robson Sports and Sport England are working together to explore the potential for Super Sports Villages in Lancashire.

GVA wins property management contract at Victoria Square House

Tue, 19 Jul 2011

GVA’s property management team has been appointed by asset managers F&C REIT Ireland to manage Victoria Square House, one of Birmingham’s most high profile office buildings, located opposite to the Council House on Victoria Square in the centre of the city.

Regional office market sees steady take up in Q2 amid concerns for the longer term

Tue, 12 Jul 2011

This week GVA released its latest quarterly report on city centre and out of town office take up in the UK’s nine leading regional city markets. The findings reveal that there has been a reasonable level of take up in the second quarter of 2011, yet concern remains over the longer term.

A new planning act for Wales?

Wed, 06 Jul 2011

The Localism agenda has left the development and planning industry in England in a state of confusion. This is not the case in Wales, say advisers at GVA, where following the ‘yes’ vote in March’s referendum, there is a real opportunity to introduce a Welsh planning system that can give development and investment a timely boost.

60 GVA employees engage with local community as part of Give and Gain Day

Wed, 06 Jul 2011

More than 60 employees from GVA gave up a full working day to engage in a number of community projects in Birmingham, which were organised with Business in the Community.

Building surveyor returns to his roots with GVA

Tue, 05 Jul 2011

Leading property adviser GVA has appointed a new Building Surveyor for its Cardiff office.

Bristol property staff put their best feet forward for charity

Tue, 05 Jul 2011

The Bristol office of leading property adviser GVA is leading the way in raising funds for a national charity for disabled children.

Three director promotions for GVA's Birmingham office

Mon, 04 Jul 2011

GVA Birmingham, the region’s largest property consultancy firm, has made three director promotions.

GVA's PDR promotions in the North West

Mon, 04 Jul 2011

GVA has promoted three members of its Planning Development and Regeneration (PDR) team in Manchester. Iain Jenkinson has been promoted to senior director, Chris Argent has been appointed from senior planner to principal planner and Jenny Hope has become planner after achieving RTPI accreditation.

GVA wins Corporate Property Adviser of the Year at The Property Marketing Awards

Mon, 04 Jul 2011

Leading UK property consultant, GVA has won Corporate Property Adviser of the Year at this year’s Property Marketing Awards in London.

Why the city centre office will continue to be in vogue

Fri, 01 Jul 2011

Desks are significantly smaller, open plan offices are now regarded as the norm for even the most senior fee-earners, hot-desking is commonplace, and non-stop improvements in technology are making it effortless to work from home. However, property heads at large corporates are not slashingthe amount of office space required in their forecasts. The city centre office remains vital, but the way the internal fit-out is planned and configured is changing radically.

GVA moves up in Newcastle

Thu, 30 Jun 2011

GVA has outgrown it’s Newcastle office and has relocated to Central Square to enable future expansion of it’s North East regional office.

GVA Humberts Leisure markets one of the UK's landmark piers

Thu, 30 Jun 2011

GVA Humberts Leisure has announced that Brighton’s landmark Grade II listed pier is for sale for the first time in over 25 years. Acting on behalf of the current owners, the Noble Group, GVA Humberts Leisure advises that the disposal will involve the sale of the entire issued share capital of the Brighton Marine Palace & Pier Company, which was established by Act of Parliament in 1888, to develop and operate the Pier.

GVA appointed to provide property management services to Brandon Hire

Thu, 30 Jun 2011

Brandon Hire, provider of tools and equipment to the building and construction industry, has appointed leading property adviser GVA to provide a range of property portfolio management services for its national estate.

GVA welcomes leading UK leisure team into the fold

Wed, 29 Jun 2011

GVA has today welcomed the Humberts Leisure team, a leading UK leisure property specialist, into its Leeds office following its acquisition last month.

Brighton Pier, Brighton, East Sussex - For sale

Wed, 29 Jun 2011

GVA Humberts Leisure has announced that Brighton’s landmark Grade II* listed Pier is for sale for the first time in over 25 years. Acting on behalf of the current owners, the Noble Group, GVA Humberts Leisure advises that the disposal will involve the sale of the entire issued share capital of the Brighton Marine Palace & Pier Company, which was established by Act of Parliament in 1888, to develop and operate the Pier.

New GVA research explores what the growth of the green economy will mean for commercial property

Mon, 27 Jun 2011

New research from leading UK property consultant, GVA, explores how the growing green economy will impact key players in the property industry – notably developers and local authorities – and what they can do to take advantage.

GVA Humberts Leisure takes shape in Cardiff

Mon, 27 Jun 2011

The merger of Humberts Leisure with leading UK property adviser GVA, has taken shape in Cardiff as the Humberts team join forces with GVA at their One Kingsway offices.

USC letting further strengthens Swindon retail offering

Thu, 23 Jun 2011

Ignis and Shearer Property Group, has signed a deal with high-street brand USC to take its first store in Swindon at The Parade Shopping Centre.

Freehold of distinctive Clifton property changes hands

Thu, 23 Jun 2011

The freehold of an iconic retail property in Clifton, Bristol has changed hands. Property adviser GVA, acting on behalf of Associated Property Investors Limited, has purchased the prime freehold of 43 – 45 Queens Road in Clifton, for £1.632 million which represents a net initial yield of 6.36%.

Leeds team walk to charity success

Wed, 22 Jun 2011

A team from leading UK property consultant GVA completed a sponsored walk in excess of 30-miles for the second year running raising more than £13,500.

Factors driving Out of Town Offices

Wed, 22 Jun 2011

Looking back over the last decade it is extremely apparent that take up of out of town offices has been concentrated within the former Enterprise Zones and as a result both take up and development momentum has fallen off within the non-EZ office and business parks across the region.

The Craythorne, Burton-upon-Trent - For sale

Wed, 15 Jun 2011

GVA Humberts Leisure, property specialists to the golf and golf hotel industries, is instructed to market The Craythorne, Burton-upon-Trent. A guide price of £1.15 million has been set for the freehold property, which is being offered to the market as the current owner is retiring and relocating abroad.

New GVA research shows slow change likely in property development sector

Wed, 15 Jun 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA has launched its latest research looking back at the last 12 months in property development terms, and what will affect activity over the next few years.

Delivering the Newcastle Gateshead One Core Strategy 2030

Wed, 15 Jun 2011

Newcastle City Council and Gateshead Council are working together to bring forward the NewcastleGateshead One Core Strategy 2030 which will be focused upon 7 defined areas.

GVA hosts London investment seminars for UK's major regional cities

Thu, 09 Jun 2011

The month of May saw leading UK property consultant GVA host a series of seminar’s in the City of London to promote inward investment into what it believes will be the UK’s leading three 'investment hub' cities outside the capital.

Pushing sustainable office space

Wed, 08 Jun 2011

It is clear that more environmentally efficient and sustainable offices make financial sense – to occupiers, investors and developers alike. Increasingly stringent legislation remains a key driver towards forcing office buildings to be more sustainable, combined with increasing commitments towards Corporate Social Responsibility by businesses.

Rising levels of business investment is a clear indication of market recovery

Fri, 03 Jun 2011

The UK occupier market continues to recover from arguably its worst downturn since the Second World War, but so far progress has been slow. However, while household spending is fragile, the Bank of England’s latest Quarterly Inflation Report reveals that business investment and stockbuilding contributed 2.5 percentage points to GDP growth during 2010, and the early signs are that investment levels for 2011 are continuing to rise. Consequently, our own forecast for property rental growth has been upgraded slightly from the start of the year from 1.3 per cent to 1.6 per cent.

Turf cutting ceremony marks start of work at new Chew Medical Practice

Thu, 02 Jun 2011

Work has officially started on the site of the new and improved surgery for the Chew Medical Practice.

Logistics Sector in North East faces supply and demand mismatch

Wed, 01 Jun 2011

Although demand from the logistics sector in the region is limited, the supply of specialist new build distribution units is low, particularly in the 100,000 sq ft plus size range and with little prospect of any speculative development in the short term companies who need space will find themselves with limited choice.

GVA reports on upsurge in automotive component sector across the West Midlands

Tue, 31 May 2011

GVA reports that the West Midlands automotive industry is currently thriving, helped by a depreciated sterling driving demand for British exports. This foreign demand is helping to support domestic suppliers of intermediate and capital goods to the export sector, particularly in the aerospace and automotive industries.

GVA reports on automotive component sector across the West Midlands

Tue, 31 May 2011

Investment team's multi-million pound success

Fri, 27 May 2011

The Investment team at leading UK property consultancy GVA is going from strength to strength after recording another hugely profitable year.

Don Pedro Avenue comes to market

Fri, 27 May 2011

On behalf of real estate fund managers PRUPIM, GVA has brought a 108,000sq ft warehouse to the market on Don Pedro Avenue, Normanton.

GVA sponsors UK's first ever green film festival

Fri, 20 May 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA will sponsor the UK's first ever Green Film Festival when it starts today (Friday 20 May).

GVA highlights signs of market recovery

Fri, 20 May 2011

Rising levels of business investment is a clear indication of market recovery.

GVA's Birmingham office expands Property Management team

Wed, 18 May 2011

The Property Management Consultancy team at GVA’s Birmingham office has appointed Claire Bramhall to the post of senior surveyor.

GVA wins property management contract at Opus 40, Warwick

Mon, 09 May 2011

GVA's property management team has been appointed by Opus Land to manage the Opus 40 business park, which is located just off J15 of the M40. As well as managing the communal areas and parking across the 35 acre business park, GVA will be working closely with the development team on the planned future phases.

GVA to secure leading UK leisure team

Wed, 04 May 2011

This week GVA exchanged contracts with Humberts Leisure, a leading UK leisure property specialist, to acquire the business.

String of promotions at property company

Thu, 28 Apr 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA has announced a number of senior promotions in its Leeds office.

GVA support local charity NECA

Thu, 28 Apr 2011

One of the UK’s leading property consultancy firms has struck up an innovative relationship with one of the region’s charities. For some years GVA’s Newcastle office has provided advice on property matters to the North East Council on Addictions (NECA). NECA promote the recognition, prevention and treatment associated with addictions and substance misuse including alcohol, drugs and gambling.

GVA complete Czech expansion for Fabory

Thu, 28 Apr 2011

Leading UK property consultancy GVA has completed its international building contract for Fabory Group, a leading fasteners distributor, on time and on budget.

GVA acquires key property management firm

Thu, 21 Apr 2011

Leading commercial property consultant GVA has completed the acquisition of Land and Property Management Ltd to bolster its existing Property Management Consultancy offer in Glasgow.

GVA's new regional office market report shows below average performance, but some hopeful signs

Wed, 20 Apr 2011

GVA’s latest quarterly review of the regional office market, ‘A tale of nine cities’, shows a subdued start to 2011 in city centre and out-of-town take up. Combined, the two markets have experienced just 1.25 million sq ft, 19% below the quarterly average.

Chew Medical Practice set its sights on new premises

Wed, 20 Apr 2011

The Chew Medical Practice in Chew Magna has announced that its long awaited plans to upgrade its current surgery are about to become a reality. GPs at the practice are investing in new purpose-built premises, which will enabletheir patients to benefit from improved facilities and a wider range of medical services.

GVA debates scrappage scheme for buildings

Wed, 13 Apr 2011

“COULD THE UK BENEFIT FROM A SCRAPPAGE SCHEME TO REINVIGORATE THE MARKET AND ADDRESS GROWING SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES FACED BY THE SECTOR?”

St Annes contractors takes new unit at Maple Court

Fri, 08 Apr 2011

Building, refurbishment, painting and decorating specialists, St Annes Contractors has taken 4,000 sq ft (372 sq m) of new office space on a five-year lease at Maple Court, Whitemoss Business Park, Skelmersdale. Developed by Alderley Edge-based Metier, Maple Court is a state of the art office scheme, which has raised the bar in terms office accommodation in and around the West Lancashire town.

GVA helps to develop sustainable property management toolkit

Mon, 04 Apr 2011

The Better Buildings Partnership (BBP) has published its latest in a series of toolkits, developed in partnership with GVA to enable managing agents to actively manage buildings using sustainability best practice.

Fit-out market badly affected by rising material prices, reports GVA

Mon, 04 Apr 2011

GVA's quarterly review of the construction market has revealed that material price growth is increasing the pressure on already tight contractors’ margins, with continuing competition for tender prices.

Team GVA cycles 950 miles in 6 days for charity

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

A three man team from leading property consultant GVA joined 100 cyclists from around the UK property industry to take on the gruelling MIPIM cycle to Cannes 2011.

Leeds firm get its walking boots back on for charity mission

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

More than 30 members of leading UK property consultant GVA will be completing a sponsored walk in excess of 30-miles for the second year running for Candlelighters Trust.

Leeds firm DIY challenge for charity partnership

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA’s Property Management Consultancy team (PMC), in partnership with Leeds Cares and Bagnalls, has completed a DIY Challenge for Stainbeck United Reformed Church in Leeds.

Sale marks final piece in jigsaw for waterfront warehouses

Fri, 25 Mar 2011

The last of the distinctive industrial warehouses in Ferry Street, overlooking Bristol's Floating Harbour, have been sold.

GVA's experts comment on the contents of the 2011 Budget

Thu, 24 Mar 2011

Our experts' take on what it means for housing, planning and sustainable projects

GVA advances the debate on the Localism Bill and how it will affect London business and planning

Wed, 23 Mar 2011

A number of leading figures joined together at a breakfast event on 17 March to debate the Localism Bill and on the implications for London. The debate was joint sponsored with Snapdragon Consulting.

GVA fronts the debate on how regional UK cities can make the most of London's position on the world stage

Tue, 22 Mar 2011

At a GVA-sponsored round table at MIPIM 2011 on 10 March, GVA’s Chief Executive, Rob Bould, joined with Mike Bear, the Lord Mayor of London, and Baroness Jo Valentine, Chief Executive of Think London and London First, to answer the question ‘What can the rest of the UK do to benefit from London’s continuing success?’

GVA unveils funding solutions to unlock development, regeneration and infrastructure projects

Fri, 18 Mar 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA launched a comprehensive new toolkit of integrated funding solutions at MIPIM last week.

GVA and Strettons to sell Suffolk hotel

Fri, 18 Mar 2011

The Joint Administrators of Elizabeth Estates (BS) Ltd have appointed property consultants, GVA and Strettons, to jointly market The Limes Hotel in preparation for auction on 4 April at The New Connaught Rooms, London.

GVA North West continues to help the homeless

Thu, 17 Mar 2011

Leading property consultant, GVA, has continued its support for homeless charity, the Booth Centre, based in Manchester Cathedral, with a donation of £3,000 raised by its Liverpool and Manchester offices.

How will Birmingham's office market fare as the market improves?

Tue, 15 Mar 2011

With the market beginning to pick up much needed momentum, George Jennings, Associate at GVA’s Birmingham office, takes a look at the potential issues.

GVA strengthens its property management offering

Mon, 14 Mar 2011

Leading property consultant GVA has appointed a new director and a further two qualified surveyors to its property management consultancy team.

GVA secures sale at Penrhyn Court

Mon, 14 Mar 2011

UK property consultant, GVA, has completed the sale of a 637 sq m (7,000 sq ft) industrial unit at Penrhyn Court, a high quality development on Knowsley Business Park, to local packaging company, Parkers.

Kings Orchard attracts two new occupiers

Mon, 07 Mar 2011

Two new lettings have been completed at one of Bristol city centre’s landmark office buildings, Kings Orchard.

Soil Association plans move to Anchor Road

Thu, 03 Mar 2011

The Soil Association intends to redevelop the former gas works site in Anchor Road, Bristol, thereby helping to complete the final part of the regeneration jigsaw on the northern section of Harbourside.

Industry heads warn of nimbyism stifling success of Localism Bill

Thu, 03 Mar 2011

GVA hosted a Question Time-style debate this morning (3rd March 2011) to discuss ‘planning in the era of localism’.

GVA's Monique Royle named as Women In Property's National Chairman

Thu, 03 Mar 2011

A key member of GVA’s Birmingham team has been appointed as national chairman of the Association of Women in Property.

New GVA research shows cautious recovery for business parks tempered by geographic and sector factors

Fri, 25 Feb 2011

GVA, the leading UK property consultant, has just released its spring 2011 Business Parks Review, which tells a mixed tale of recovery.

GVA opens debate for scrappage for buildings scheme

Fri, 25 Feb 2011

A new report by leading UK property consultant GVA highlights how a new scrappage for buildings scheme, alongside current initiatives, could offer a dual solution to help stimulate UK construction and meet emissions reduction targets.

Edward Dry joing GVA's Corporate Recovery team

Mon, 21 Feb 2011

Edward Dry has been appointed director in the Corporate Recovery team at GVA. Edward joins the company from Sanderson Weatherall, where he was an executive director and board member.

GVA unveiled as a leading sustainability consultant

Fri, 18 Feb 2011

Leading property consultant GVA is one of the best placed real estate advisors in the UK to drive new revenue in sustainability advisory services, according to a recent report by independent analyst firm Verdantix.

Borrowers need to do their homework before approaching lenders

Wed, 16 Feb 2011

Leading hotel operators, banks and investors reconvened at the annual GVA Hogan Lovells hotel conference in London last week where Alan Parker, the former CEO of Whitbread gave a keynote address.

Molson Coors aquire 200,000 sq ft from CBRE investors at Marchington Industrial Estate, Staffordshire

Tue, 15 Feb 2011

GVA’s Birmingham office has let 200,000 sq ft of industrial storage space at Marchington Industrial Estate in Staffordshire to leading global brewer, Molson Coors Brewing Company, which is to be managed by DHL.

Brookfield Business Park 70% let as Abtek Biologicals signs up

Tue, 15 Feb 2011

Abtek Biologicals Limited has taken the 3,038 sq ft Unit 7 at Priority Sites’ Brookfield Business Park in Aintree on a five-year lease.

GVA Schatunowski Brooks appoints new director to enhance rights of light offering

Mon, 14 Feb 2011

Latest addition continues company's national drive to meet niche market demand

GVA disposes of Springfield Rd Industrial Estate, Hayes

Mon, 14 Feb 2011

On behalf of LaSalle Investment Management, leading UK property consultant GVA has sold the Springfield Road Industrial Estate, Hayes for £9.135m to Threadneedle Property Investment Limited.

GVA launches flexible new meeting space in London West End office

Thu, 10 Feb 2011

GVA has today opened a vibrant new meeting space - called 'the hub' - at its Mayfair office.

Regional office market set to hold firm says GVA

Wed, 09 Feb 2011

2011 could mark the year the private sector fought back. The regional city office market will hold firm in 2011 says leading UK property consultant GVA.

GVA asks: Can cities deliver on carbon reduction targets?

Wed, 09 Feb 2011

The Government expects property to lead the way in securing the UK’s tough commitment to carbon emission reductions. New research by leading UK property consultant GVA, examines the part property is playing across the major cities, as well as what can improve, and the likely impact on the commercial sector.

Localism Bill's Big Society agenda could put planning in the hands of nimbys, warns GVA

Mon, 07 Feb 2011

The much-anticipated Localism Bill outlines radical changes that will; introduce elected majors into 12 English cities; give local authorities more control over finances and social housing; and - controversially - it will push the ownership of the planning debate to communities. Heralded as the centrepiece of government efforts to decentralise power away from Whitehall, GVA welcomes the Bill’s overriding big society theme, but warms that localism must not become parochialism.

GVA report gives Bristol's sustainability aspirations positive boost

Mon, 07 Feb 2011

Bristol’s aspirations to become the UK’s leading sustainable city have been given a boost with the findings of a new report from property consultancy GVA, “Emission Impossible”. The report, issued this week, studies eleven of the UK’s major cities including London, Birmingham and Manchester, and shows Bristol performing strongly in its targets to reduce carbon emission levels.

Borough Care lays down roots at Acorn Business Park

Mon, 07 Feb 2011

Property advisor GVA has acquired Stanley House, at Acorn Business Park in Stockport on behalf of one of the northwest’s leading care home providers, Borough Care Ltd.

New director at GVA Liverpool

Tue, 01 Feb 2011

Andrew Watson has been promoted to director in GVA’s Liverpool office. Andrew, who heads up the firm’s valuation team in the city, has worked for GVA since June 2000, initially in its Manchester office, before moving to Liverpool in 2008.

As UK economy slows, GVA head of research responds to talk of interest rate rise

Wed, 26 Jan 2011

Stuart Morley, Director and Head of Research at leading property consultant GVA believes it prudent to raise the base rate in Q4 of 2011 to 1%, but not now, despite calls from the Monetary Policy Committee to press ahead.

GVA director says queues of investors signal positive times ahead for central London

Tue, 25 Jan 2011

Developers, architects and designers ignore rights to light issues at their peril says GVA specialist

Fri, 21 Jan 2011

The recently reported rights to light case involving a completed commercial scheme has once again shown that developers who alter or build property that interferes with a neighbouring building's rights to light without a suitable agreement in place are putting themselves at huge financial risk. The case also confirms how crucial it is to access rights to light advice - like that offered by GVA Schatunowski Brooks - early on in the development or design process.

GVA appointed on major deal study

Thu, 20 Jan 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA has been appointed by Dover District Council, Kent County Council and the Environment Agency as the lead consultant to undertake a comprehensive Study of Deal, on the South East Coast.

GVA supports Landaid with £15,000 abseil

Wed, 19 Jan 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA is proud to have raised £15,573 for property industry charity, LandAid, with a mass abseil on the first ever LandAid Day on 15 October 2010.

New owners for landmark Cambrian hotel

Tue, 18 Jan 2011

Property adviser GVA has secured the sale of the former Cambrian Hotel in Saundersfoot, Pembrokeshire, on behalf of the Joint LPA Receivers RJ Belcher and GB Judd from GVA.

GVA planners help cutting edge development get the green light

Mon, 17 Jan 2011

Advice from GVA's London based planning team has helped Nick Jacob, of Rowan Asset Management, to obtain the unlikeliest of planning consents.

Out with the old and in with the new

Tue, 04 Jan 2011

A new chapter begins as GVA heritage stays but Grimley goes

GVA's global 2011 charity adventure

Tue, 04 Jan 2011

Leading UK property consultant unveils 'Miles Matter' for Whizz-Kidz in its bid to exceed previous years fundraising record

GVA strengthens market leading compulsory purchase team

Tue, 04 Jan 2011

Leading UK property consultant GVA has bolstered its existing specialist and market leading national Compulsory Purchase business with the appointment of Matthew Bodley MRICS as Director and head of the unit.

Newcastle Journal Commercial Property Feature: Office Development in Market Towns

Wed, 24 Nov 2010

Northumberland is a typical rural county with large areas of moorland, hills, valleys and forests whereas the urban south east comprises 5% of the land area but accommodates in excess of 50% of the county population.

Insolvency Risk Services set to move into office space at City Gate Nottingham

Mon, 22 Nov 2010

The Birmingham office of GVA Grimley has acquired 5,307 sq ft of Grade A office space on behalf of specialist insurance broker AUA Insolvency Risk Services Ltd (IRS) at City Gate in Nottingham’s city centre.

North West Insider - Power of Ten

Thu, 18 Nov 2010

Mark Rawstron, Regional Senior Director at GVA Grimley, says: How will 2010 be remembered by North West businesses?

Commercial Property Column - BPR - November 2010

Thu, 04 Nov 2010

With availability of space at business parks now at its highest level in over 14 years, are we seeing the death of the business park or could the model reinvent its offering to meet the requirements of the modern occupier?

Newcastle Journal Commercial Property Feature: Newcastle City Centre Offices

Wed, 03 Nov 2010

The Newcastle City Centre office market has in common with other provincial and regional cities suffered as a result of the economic recession, the pre-election and post-election uncertainty, the public sector comprehensive spending review and the likely loss of jobs within the public sector which could imply both the release and non take-up of office space.

GVA Grimley promotes Richard Lace to Associate

Mon, 01 Nov 2010

Richard Lace, from GVA Grimley’s offices team has been promoted from principal surveyor to associate.

GVA Grimley Reports on Strong End of Year Performance

Sat, 02 Oct 2010

Leading UK property consultancy GVA Grimley Limited will shortly present its financial results year ending 30 April 2010 to Companies House.

Rob Bould Elected As Master of the Chartered Surveyors Company As It Pledges £50,000 to Lord Mayors Appeal 2011

Fri, 01 Oct 2010

Rob Bould, Chief Executive at leading commercial property consultant GVA Grimley has been elected as Master of the Worshipful Company of Chartered Surveyors.

GVA Grimley Gets Dirty for the Great Taff Tidy

Tue, 14 Sep 2010

Property adviser GVA Grimley’s Cardiff office has taken part in Keep Wales Tidy’s Great Taff Tidy, part of the Tidy Towns project.

GVA Grimley Paves the Way for Advanced Insulation’s Strategic Move

Sat, 28 Aug 2010

Work is about to start on the fit-out of Advanced Insulation’s new £1.9 million headquarters at Quedgeley West Business Park in Gloucestershire, following its acquisition of the 31,865 sq ft speculatively built unit.

GVA Grimley Pledges its Support for Ty Hafan

Tue, 24 Aug 2010

The property management team at Cardiff-based commercial property adviser GVA Grimley has pledged its support to the Ty Hafan children’s hospice by donating a cheque for £5,000 to its hydrotherapy pool fundraising appeal.

Local Developer will make Sion Hill Terrace Complete Again

Mon, 16 Aug 2010

A development site in the centre of the Clifton area of Bristol has been sold by Bristol property advisor GVA Grimley on behalf of Joint LPA Receivers RJ Belcher and RJ Goode from GVA Grimley.

Run of Deal Success for Leeds Industrial Team

Mon, 09 Aug 2010

The Industrial Agency team at Leeds-based commercial property consultants GVA Grimley has celebrated an encouraging start to its financial year by completing a number of transactions since the beginning of May.

Business Park Growth Halts but Rents Remain Resilient

Sun, 01 Aug 2010

Take-up levels on Yorkshire and Humber business parks have slowed, but prime headline rents have remained surprising resilient according to leading UK property consultancy GVA Grimley.

Greater Collaboration the Answer to Rising Demand and Reduced Funding in Student Housing Says GVA Grimley

Fri, 16 Jul 2010

The student population is growing and diversifying, demanding better quality, more affordable accommodation. Yet university funding cuts and a lack of development funding mean that new student housing projects are likely to be hit hard.

GVA Grimley Expands Shopping Centre Management Team

Mon, 05 Jul 2010

GVA Grimley has expanded its Shopping Centre Management team further with the appointment of Grant Owens.

XVision ‘Sense’ Exciting Future

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

XVision Limited, the Bradford-based manufacturer and supplier of specialist vehicle parking sensor systems has relocated to larger premises off Swinnow Lane in Leeds.

String of Promotions at Property Firm

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

Leading property consultancy GVA Grimley has strengthened its team with seven promotions and a new appointment in its Leeds office.

New Financial Advisory Arm Established at Leeds Firm

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

Leeds-based commercial property consultancy GVA Grimley this week unveiled GVA Grimley Financial Consulting Limited – a new specialist advisory team designed to galvanise the company’s offer.

GVA Grimley Unveils Its Views on Local Enterprise Partnerships

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley notes the government’s decision to encourage local businesses and councils to establish Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) to replace existing Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) across England.

GVA Grimley Spearheads Transformation of Manor Royal into 21st Century Business Hub

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

Crawley Borough Council and leading property consultant GVA Grimley will present a strategic Masterplan of Manor Royal Industrial Estate near Crawley, West Sussex, on Tuesday 13th July at 6.30pm at the Virgin Atlantic Training Centre.

GVA Grimley Establishes Financial Advisory Arm to Further Bolster Market Leading Consultancy and Delivery Business

Thu, 01 Jul 2010

GVA Grimley this week unveiled GVA Grimley Financial Consulting Limited – a new specialist advisory team designed to galvanise the company’s consultancy offer.

The Journal – Commercial Property Feature

Wed, 23 Jun 2010

The supply chain of out of town offices may have gone full circle over the last three decades on Wearside and Teesside.

GVA Grimley Responds to Today’s Emergency Budget

Tue, 22 Jun 2010

Mark Rawstron, senior regional director, says: "The lack of stamp duty increase is to be welcomed as any increase not only affects the residential market but more importantly the commercial market, and the effect on values has a direct impact on the worth of retirement pensions.

GVA Grimley Cautiously Welcomes Investment-Friendly Emergency Budget Measures

Tue, 22 Jun 2010

Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley reports that the most important Budget since 1997 will pave the way for sustained growth for the property market.

Spending Cuts and Tax Rises Could Have Major Effect on Occupier Market

Fri, 18 Jun 2010

GVA Grimley reports that the forecasts from the new Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) highlight the potential dangers of dramatic spending cuts and tax increases.

GVA Grimley Advises on Purchase of New 13 Acre Site for ATP Industries Group

Fri, 18 Jun 2010

GVA Grimley’s Birmingham office has advised on the purchase of a 13-acre site (5.35 hectares) at Cannock Wood Industrial Estate for automotive re-manufacturer ATP Industries Group.

2010 Rating Revaluation – Are Business Rates Recession Proof?

Wed, 09 Jun 2010

All commercial properties in the UK were revalued for business rates purposes with effect from 1 April 2010.

Turf Cutting Marks Start of Construction for New Berrow Health Campus

Mon, 07 Jun 2010

The much needed construction of a new ‘health campus’ for the people of Berrow and Brean, in Somerset, will take place this week with an official turf cutting ceremony.

GVA Grimley Takes On Tour De LDC Cycling Challenge

Mon, 07 Jun 2010

Five members of GVA Grimley’s Birmingham office have jumped into the saddle to take on the Tour de LDC cycling challenge from Lands End of John O’ Groats to raise money for children’s charity Friendship Works this month.

Seven Associate Promotions at GVA Grimley

Wed, 02 Jun 2010

GVA Grimley’s Birmingham office has strengthened its expert team of property professionals with seven associate promotions.

Demand for Acquisition Surveys Fuels Unprecedented Growth for GVA Grimley’s Building Consultancy Team

Wed, 02 Jun 2010

The Building Consultancy team at GVA Grimley’s Birmingham office has become one of the largest specialist teams of its kind in the region, following a significant increase in client instructions for project work and acquisition surveys.

Run of Deal Success for Leeds Industrial Team

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

The industrial agency team at Leeds-based commercial property consultants GVA Grimley has celebrated an encouraging start to its financial year by completing a number of transactions since the beginning of May.

Property Investment Supply to Increase in 2010 But Don’t Expect Floodgates to Open Says GVA Grimley

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

According the GVA Grimley’s latest market research, the remainder of 2010 will see an increase in property investment supply. However, those expecting a significant increase in available stock can think again.

Pier Saved From Ruin

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

A much loved Pier has been saved, by businessman Bryn IIsley who has bought the landmark attraction.

Out of Town Offices – Wearside and Teesside

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

The supply chain of out of town offices may have gone full circle over the last three decades on Wearside and Teesside. Basically prior to 1980 it was not viable, neither was there any demand for out of town offices outside the established main city and town centres.

GVA Grimley Reacts to the ‘Emergency Budget’

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

“George Osborne has gone for broke and opted for very large spending cuts and to have them sooner rather than later. This will hopefully reduce the budget deficit to just 1.1% of GDP by the end of this parliament.

Andrew Page Drives Expansion Plans

Tue, 01 Jun 2010

Leeds-based independent vehicle component distributor Andrew Page Limited has expanded its operations in south Leeds by taking a 10,821 sq ft refurbished distribution facility on Lockwood Way.

Journal Commercial Property Feature – Regional Industrial Space

Wed, 26 May 2010

Throughout 2009 the North East industrial market was beset by the same overriding financial and property issues affecting the wider national market.

Eight Promotions Announced in GVA Grimley Manchester’s Growing PDR Team

Mon, 24 May 2010

Leading property consultant, GVA Grimley, has announced the promotion of eight members of its Planning, Development and Regeneration (PDR) team in Manchester.

Buy High, Sell Low…why do we do that?

Fri, 21 May 2010

In a broad sample of medium turnover SMEs, it has been found that freehold commercial property on the balance sheet represented an average of 27% to 32% of the company’s total fixed asset value.

Radley Comes To the Mall at Cribbs Causeway

Wed, 19 May 2010

Radley, the UK's number one handbag brand, is to open a new 1,300 sq ft store at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway, as part of its UK expansion plans.

Development and the Region’s Universities

Fri, 14 May 2010

After years of under funding, universities in the UK have recently enjoyed improved funding with income to the sector doubling over the last decade.

GVA Grimley Comments on the Impact of a Con - Lib Dem Coalition for the Property Industry

Wed, 12 May 2010

With David Cameron taking up the helm at 10 Downing Street and Nick Clegg confirmed as his deputy, the finer details of a coalition agreement are now being ironed out between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats.

GVA Grimley Comments on the Impact of a Coalition Government on the Property Industry

Wed, 12 May 2010

Despite Labour’s best efforts to remain in office, a coalition has now been reached between the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats, paving the way for David Cameron to take up the helm at 10 Downing Street with Nick Clegg as his Deputy.

All Female Team Takes Victory at the RTPI Young Planners Quiz

Wed, 12 May 2010

A five strong, all female team from GVA Grimley has ran away with the trophy in the annual West Midlands Royal Town Planning Institute’s Young Planners Quiz.

More Companies to Reduce Property Portfolios According to Latest Survey

Mon, 10 May 2010

According to the latest Corporate Real Estate Survey by GVA Grimley, the last six months saw a significant number of organisations reduce their operational property portfolios, and a much greater number than had been previously projected.

It’s a Perfect 10 - Bristol 10k Kicks Off GVA Grimley’s Series of Big Ten Fundraising Events

Mon, 10 May 2010

Staff from the Bristol office of property adviser GVA Grimley, have kicked off a series of ten fundraising events which will see the company raise money for ten charities throughout 2010.

Post Election and the Property Industry

Fri, 07 May 2010

Beverley Smith, director of the planning, development and regeneration team, commented: “In the case of a hung parliament, we could potentially see the Lib Dems becoming the key players in planning terms, as their manifesto sees them occupying the middle ground between Tory radicalism and Labour’s obvious pledge to maintain the status quo.

Out of Town Offices (Tyneside)

Fri, 07 May 2010

Whereas Tyneside has seen a strong level of out of town office take up over recent years, the future could prove to be famine or feast as a result of the current economic climate, government legislation and funding issues!

Leeds Prime Office Rents Increase as Market Improves

Fri, 07 May 2010

Research released today highlights that Leeds City Centre has seen an increase in prime rents and investment activity over the last 12 months.

Charles Toogood, Director, GVA Grimley

Fri, 07 May 2010

Over the past decade the city has been pinning its hopes on the regeneration of Eastside. However, the dearth of new development on a number of earmarked sites indicates that the success of Eastside remains in its infancy.

Powys County Council Appoints GVA Grimley for Property Management Role

Thu, 06 May 2010

Powys County Council has appointed Cardiff based GVA Grimley to manage its workspace portfolio on a two year contract.

Property Investment Supply to Increase in 2010 But Don’t Expect Floodgates to Open Says GVA Grimley

Sat, 01 May 2010

Liverpool City Region Appoints GVA Grimley on Overview Study

Sat, 01 May 2010

GVA Grimley Ltd has been commissioned by the Liverpool City Region local authorities, together with Cheshire West and Chester and supported by 4NW and GONW, to undertake an Overview Study of development land needs and supply for the sub-region.

Kick-Starting Urban Regeneration

Sat, 01 May 2010

Urban regeneration is going through a very challenging phase. Physical regeneration has stalled, whilst social and economic regeneration has been criticised for failing to address long-standing deprivation and equality issues.

In Reaction to Yesterday’s Front Page Story: ‘Bid to Build 240,000 New Homes in Region Scrapped’

Sat, 01 May 2010

Neil Jones, associate within GVA Grimley’s Planning, Development and Regeneration team in Leeds, comments:

GVA Grimley Reacts to RDA Policy Change

Sat, 01 May 2010

The coalition’s change of heart on scrapping the RDAs is good news for the region, says Simon Reynolds, director of national markets from GVA Grimley:

GVA Grimley Reactions to Queens Speech

Sat, 01 May 2010

Mike Taylor, Director in Planning, Development & Regeneration at GVA Grimley comments:

GVA Grimley Enables Czech Expansion for Fabory

Sat, 01 May 2010

Leading property consultancy GVA Grimley has today announced an international contract win from Fabory Group, a leading fasteners distributor.

GVA Grimley Appoints New Head of Human Resources as It Bids Farewell to Long Standing Head

Sat, 01 May 2010

Julie Coates has been appointed by leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley as human resources director, following her previous role as head of HR for PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Tax division.

A Round of Promotions at GVA Grimley

Sat, 01 May 2010

Leading property consultant GVA Grimley has announced a number of promotions within both its Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.

Newcastle Journal Commercial Property Feature

Fri, 30 Apr 2010

Durham remains a strong market town and for the size of its population (25,000 people) it has always punched well above its weight due to strong demographics and a population inflated by large student numbers and a consistent and increasing tourist industry.

GVA Grimley Announces New Appointment to Expanding Property Management Team

Thu, 29 Apr 2010

The Property Management Consultancy team at leading property company, GVA Grimley, has appointed Ben Moorhouse to its growing team.

Political Pledges and the Property Industry

Tue, 27 Apr 2010

Beverley Smith, director of the planning, development and regeneration team, commented:

Royal Sun Alliance Move To Glasgow's Waterfront

Fri, 23 Apr 2010

In the latest deal to complete in Glasgow's fast emerging IFSD (International Financial Services District), British Telecommunications PLC has sub-let the 4th floor at Alexander Bain House, 15 York Street Glasgow to Royal & Sun Alliance plc.

GVA Grimley Secure Sale at 166 Buchanan Street, Glasgow

Fri, 23 Apr 2010

Acting on behalf of property owners Helical Bar plc, GVA Grimley has secured the sale of a first floor suite at 166 Buchanan Street, Glasgow to a private investor for a price of £115,000.

GVA Grimley Offers Advice to “Get Into Shape”

Wed, 21 Apr 2010

The Bristol office of GVA Grimley has launched a service designed to help businesses cope with difficult market conditions by identifying key areas to reduce property costs.

GVA Grimley Complete Hat Trick of Acquisitions

Mon, 19 Apr 2010

Acting on behalf of the Scottish Government and Telereal Trillium, GVA Grimley have recently completed three office acquisitions - one in Glasgow city centre and two in Lanarkshire.

GVA Grimley Gives Generously to St Oswald’s

Sat, 10 Apr 2010

The Property Management Team at GVA Grimley’s Newcastle office has donated £5,000 to Gosforth based charity St Oswald’s Hospice.

More Companies Than Anticipated Continue To Reduce Property Portfolios According To Latest Survey

Thu, 01 Apr 2010

According to the latest Corporate Real Estate Survey by GVA Grimley, in partnership with Henley Business School, the last six months saw a significant number of organisations reduce their operational property portfolios, and a much greater number than had been previously projected.

GVA Grimley Welcomes Government Funding For Public Sector Relocation

Thu, 01 Apr 2010

The government is expected to announce a package of up to £425m to facilitate civil servant relocations at the next Spending Review, which is due to be announced after the election.

GVA Grimley Strengthens Sustainability Offer

Thu, 01 Apr 2010

Lara Conaway has joined leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley from Morgan Lovell plc, the UK’s leading sustainable design and build specialist, to further strengthen the company’s sustainability offer and extend its professional capabilities for clients.

GVA Grimley Urges Rapid Response For Urban Regeneration

Thu, 01 Apr 2010

GVA Grimley: Budget predictions and implications

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Stuart Morley, head of research at GVA Grimley comments:

Encouraging signs for Bristol offices market as major letting agreed at Kings Orchard

Wed, 10 Mar 2010

One of the largest office lettings in Bristol so far this year has been concluded at Kings Orchard in Queen Street, Castle Park, by property advisers GVA Grimley, giving encouraging signs of a revival for the city’s offices market.

GVA Grimley appointed to produce housing market assessment for Liverpool

Fri, 05 Mar 2010

GVA Grimley has been appointed by Liverpool City Council to produce the city's first Strategic Housing Market Assessment (SHMA).

GVA Grimley set to strengthen existing board with formidable leadership team

Thu, 04 Mar 2010

GVA Grimley is shaping up for growth with the appointment of a new leadership team.

Investor sustainability sentiment soard despite financial constraints

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

According to the latest market survey by leading property consultant GVA Grimley, the past 18 months has seen a significant increase in investors ensuring their property portfolios are greener.

GVA Grimley seeks to resuscitate UK urban regeneration

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley arrives in Cannes for MIPIM 2010 to continue its drive to unlock and resuscitate urban regeneration programmes in the UK.

GVA Grimley responds to budget announcements

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

Stuart Morley, head of research at leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley comments:

First letting at "excellent" Clarion

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

Chartis UK Limited (formerly AIG) has been signed up as the first tenant at the new office development, Clarion, at 29 Wellington Street, Glasgow, within only two months of the building's practical completion.

Celtic glamour arrives in Cannes

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

Leading property consultant GVA Grimley will treat Cannes to glamour of a different kind when it unveils one of, if not the most important privately owned Scottish castle at MIPIM 2010.

Bright Future for Crossways as Owners Look to Bring in New Retailers

Mon, 01 Mar 2010

The new owners of Paignton’s Crossways shopping centre, Gaelic Investments, are moving forward with plans to revitalise the centre. The investment company took over the centre in November and has appointed GVA Grimley and Waycotts as joint letting agents.

James Builds New Role in Cardiff

Mon, 22 Feb 2010

GVA Grimley in Cardiff has appointed James Stanger to the position of Regional Head of Building. James is relocating to the firm’s Cardiff office from Bristol, where he has worked since 1998.

GVA Grimley Unveils New National Economic & Social Development Team

Mon, 01 Feb 2010

Leading property consultant GVA Grimley has made four new appointments in Birmingham as part of its new national Economic & Social Development team, created to supplement the company's strong Planning Development and Regeneration division.

Continued Pipeline Freeze Favours Refurbishment over New-Build

Fri, 29 Jan 2010

As speculative commercial property development slows to a virtual standstill in many parts of the South Wales due to the continuing lack of finance and concerns about occupier outlook, market trends are increasingly favouring refurbishment as an alternative to new build.

Buyer Sought for Western Corrugated Factory in Cwmbran

Fri, 29 Jan 2010

Cardiff based commercial property consultancy, GVA Grimley, has been appointed by Jonathan Pope and Richard Hill the joint Administrators of Western Corrugated Limited to seek freehold offers for the former factory premises at Springvale, Cwmbran.

GVA Grimley Announces New Agreement with Cassidy Turley

Mon, 25 Jan 2010

Leading UK property consultant GVA Grimley and the newly launched U.S. property consultant Cassidy Turley have signed a “Memorandum of Understanding” announcing their intention to create a new international partnership, capable of delivering best in class property solutions to clients.

Three Further Lettings at Hillington Park

Tue, 19 Jan 2010

Hillington Park continues to attract occupiers with three further lettings reported over the festive period.

Rare Clifton Site Comes Onto the Market

Wed, 13 Jan 2010

A rare opportunity to purchase a prime residential development plot in Clifton Village is being made available by the land and development team at GVA Grimley in Bristol.