In a significant property transaction, a five-year lease has been secured for 6,806 sq ft of office space at a development in Birchwood by Glen Dimplex Home Appliances.
The deal, facilitated by Savills on behalf of Bridge Properties, highlights the continued attractiveness of the Birchwood location for prominent businesses. Glen Dimplex, known for its manufacturing facility in Stoney Lane, Whiston, produces a diverse range of home appliances. This privately-owned UK manufacturer includes well-known international cooking and refrigeration brands such as Stoves, Belling, New World, Lec, and Britannia.
The Birchwood development, spanning 39,707 sq ft, offers a variety of office suites ranging from 2,088 sq ft to 14,068 sq ft. The property features a newly renovated entrance to the ground floor, a luxury business lounge, and a licensed café with an outdoor terrace. Additionally, tenants have access to an on-site gym, cycle storage, parking spaces, EV charging points, and landscaped outdoor areas. Situated in a strategic location, Birchwood provides excellent transport links to the M62 and M6 motorways, with Birchwood train station just minutes away. This makes it an ideal hub for businesses seeking connectivity and convenience.
This latest lease agreement follows a recent letting to RPS earlier in the year, leaving 22,956 sq ft still available for rent at a starting rate of £21 per square foot. Daniel Barnes, director of the office agency at Savills Manchester, remarked, “Element has been completely remodelled, raising the bar for office accommodation not only in Birchwood, but the whole of the out-of-town office market.” He further added that the excellent on-site amenities have attracted substantial occupiers like Glen Dimplex Home Appliances, and the scheme’s connectivity makes it an optimal location for numerous businesses. Canning O’Neill are acting as joint leasing agents for this property.
This transaction underscores the appeal of Birchwood’s office developments, marked by modern amenities and strategic locations. The continued interest from major businesses highlights the region’s potential as a prime business hub.