Bishopgate Gardens A new way of living in the heart of Welcome to The Heaton Group

Founded in Manchester, The Heaton Group creates unique property investment opportuniti es for serious property investors.

Starti ng out four generati ons ago procuring property, land and development projects, The Heaton Group has over 50 years of experience, off ering a personal approach to the property investment lifecycle by focusing on quality, effi ciency and rental yield. We pride ourselves in developing high quality opportuniti es in half of the ti me of the average UK property developer. This is only possible thanks to our development team, our dedicated in house planning team and our strong partnerships within the local community which gives us the capacity to bring to market up to 18 projects every 8 weeks. Last year alone, The Heaton Group developed and delivered over 230 build-to-rent properti es in and around the Greater Manchester area. We are proud to be a big part of the evoluti on of Preston going forward. As a major part of the Northern regenerati on scheme, Preston is being viewed as a beacon to other developing areas in the UK of how to regenerate correctly; providing a bett er lifestyle to residents both new and existi ng.

“We know affordable properties in key commuter locations across the North West are in demand; that’s why we carefully select buildings in city centres close to transport links and fi nish them to an exceptional standard, ensuring appeal to both the rental and owner occupier markets.” John Heaton, 2019

2 THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON 3 Introduction: Preston: Investment into Preston What you need to know

Recommendati ons made as early Preston is on the up, supported by a bold Masterplan from the council as 2011 resulted in Preston City and private investment. Take a look over some key facts about this City Council and County on the cusp of change. Council working together to boost the infrastructure, economic growth Preston Overview and ease transport congesti on in order to become more business friendly.

To date there has been investment into the area of over £434 million covering Preston and Locati on: Populati on: Economy: Employment: Tourism: South Ribble, with future forecasts predicti ng Lancashire 141,818 £7.4 Billion 83% £330.7 Million a further 20,000 new jobs and over 20,000 new homes. This will provide a huge boost to the local economy which is expected to grow by over £1billion in the next 10 years The Figures “Private investment in Preston continues to grow as the cities £260 £125 £200 £25 £207 council continues to deliver on Million Million Million Million Million exciting investment plans” Investment from Local regenerati on Invested in In new In new Chris Holland, Director of Sales councils projects Universiti es business transport links

Investment into Preston is largely covered by four Masterplans. Recently released by Key Industries Preston City council, they clearly demonstrate the vision for the future of the city.

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This City Centre Restaurant and cinema complex will off er a “step change” Preston’s new Market Halls are a £5 million renovati on of the historic in Preston’s leisure off ering. Located adjacent to Bishopgate Gardens and outdoor canopy and fi sh market incorporati ng a new glazed indoor additi on.

by the newly renovated Market Halls scheme, it will make this formally Providing the locals and tourists with fresh, local quieter part of town a buzzing desti nati on. meats, fi sh, vegetables and dairy – it is exactly what you would expect from quality locally sourced According to Preston City Council, the scheme has produce. With a number of stalls to choose from, been designed to enable the restaurants to spill you’re guaranteed a warm welcome. out on to a lively new square abutti ng the new There is also a “box market” which is an innovati on market hall and from which the cinema will also be to the area. Taking inspirati on from markets based in accessed. The cinema frontage has been designed London, these shops are located within refurbished to arti culate and enliven the primary elevati on shipping containers. These stalls sell real ales, overlooking the markets. The restaurant facades accessories, watches and pet supplies. There are will be highly transparent with seati ng zones facing also a number of specialist coff ee shops around the the square. A brand new secure, 250 space, multi market such as Brew & Bake. - storey replacement car park will be provided at basement level with direct vehicular access from Ringway. Public realm improvements also form part of the scheme. Demoliti on of the existi ng site has already began and works are underway on the complex.

10 THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON 11 D Bus Station Square E Winckley Square Townscape

Building on the fabulous regenerati on of the Bus Stati on, the creati on of a Over a million pounds of heritage large public square will add to the draw of this area of Preston. regenerati on project funding for

A green spine will provide a strong line to the The design responds to grid lines and natural Winckley Square was secured western edge of bus stati on square with the tall movement of pedestrians. The main north from Heritage Lott ery Funding, slender tree stems mirroring the verti cal beams and south spine follows the bus stati on elevati on façade elements within the city’s bus stati on connecti ng all of the entrances and Coach Stati on allowing the council to restore Perpendicular paths provide direct access to this handsome square to its Old Vicarage, Crooked Lane/Lord Street across the green space and also through the popular former glory. St.John’s Shopping Centre which links to Preston The scheme reinstates original external features Markets and the soon to be developed cinema and to period buildings and restores historic character, restaurant complex whilst designing internal space for latest 21st The Square also has the potenti al to host small and century commercial acti vity. large scale events and acti viti es The scheme also supports ways of adapti ng property for new use including business, commercial, retail, restaurants and bars. As part of the Townscape Heritage Initi ati ve (THI) to refurbish key buildings around Winckley Square and nearby streets, Preston City Council secured funding from the Heritage Lott ery Fund (HLF). Glovers Court and Cannon Street to be reinstated to former glory.

12 THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON 13 UCLAN Masterplan Serving Generation Rent

The rental market is forecast to grow by over one million households over the next fi ve years. Low interest rates combined with steady economic recovery are leading to a strong expansion of the rental market, and with house price infl ati on now surpassing income growth, the fi rst step onto the property ladder is getti ng harder for young professionals.

The demand from Generati on Rent for “According to the Nationwide Building accommodati on conti nues to grow, underlining Society’s House Price Index in 2019, the long-term trend which predates the fi nancial crisis from 2007. London’s house prices have dropped one percent year-over-year. Manchester, on the The Private Rented Sector, and build-to-rent property in parti cular, are fi lling this gap by off ering other hand, has seen growth since 2015, smarter homes and bett er soluti ons for those in with prices rising over seven percent need of a home. Today’s millennials don’t want to year-over-year” live in rental accommodati on that makes them feel Hometrack like it’s a short-term soluti on. Most of them are (A U.K.-based residenti al property market renti ng out of choice, and they want to get the analyti cs fi rm) most out of the perks that come with it. No hassle, no strings and easy to do.

UCLAN is the University of Central Lancashire. Its the 5th biggest Higher Educati on employer in the North West with 35% of staff living in Preston. Ranked amongst the top 3.3% of Universiti es world wide, it’s a huge draw for the city. The UCLAN masterplan covers

• Developing a skilled workforce, which meets • A core principle of the plan is to integrate local, nati onal and internati onal needs, is also a the university’s campus seamlessly with the central pillar to the UCLan’s development plans. rest of the city, benefi tti ng current and future Over the fi ve-year lifespan of the project, it is generati ons of students, staff , visitors and the anti cipated investi ng £200 million, helping to wider Preston community create jobs, kick-start regenerati on and att ract • Adding a new Student Centre inward investment into Preston. • Opening a £30+ million Engineering innovati on centre

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In 2018 Preston was “the most improved city” in PWC”s Sports “Good Growth for Citi es” report. In 2019, Preston has been ranked Home of Preston North End and (said to be the oldest conti nuously used football as the best city to live in the North West, surpassing both ground in the world) there is a lot to be excited Manchester and Liverpool about if you love football. Currently in the EFL Championship, Preston are performing well with potenti al premier league promoti on waiti ng in the future. Sir Tom Finney OBE, CBE was the fi rst player to be named footballer of the year twice in 1954 and 1957. Promoti on to the Premier League is esti mated to bing in an additi onal £170 million to a club over three seasons according to Deloitt e. This would be a huge boost to the club and city, with more travelling fans, a leap in game att endance and promoti on through high profi le matches and players

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Cafe & Bar Culture Preston has a growing, independent cafe and bar The Lonely People Cocktail Bar is well known culture with quirky places to eat and drink around for it’s innovati ve and stylish décor and relaxed the City. atmosphere. Regarded as one of Preston’s “best kept secrets” this classy venue is perfect for Preston is home to the famous Baker Street Bar and gathering for drinks with friends. Restaurant, dati ng back to 1818. Aft er a £1million pound renovati on the venue spreads over 3 fl oors If dancing and music is more up your street, then and has some truly quirky features. The cocktails Kuckoo Preston is the place to go. Slightly off the are well known for being inventi ve and original. track from the town centre, it’s a great place to party the night away with a cocktail! If real ale is more your thing, then the Guild Ale House is perfect. Opened in 2016, the venue has recently been awarded “Central Lancashire’s best pub” for it’s combinati on of atmosphere and local beers available on tap.

Parks & Nature Oft en forgott en, Central Lancashire is home to some absolutely stunning views and greenery. Although close to the Lake District, there are some beauty spots not too far from home either. Home to the Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary, this sanctuary caters to the whole family with friendly staff and a fantasti c range of animals to see. The and Miller Parks are beauti ful, picturesque areas located near to the Sports Club. Both off er a quiet and serene change from the hustle of the city centre. With a Japanese garden, cafe and a War Memorial, the park is a great place to unwind. Beacon Fell Country Park is an amazing area with plenty of short and long walk routes. The park has fantasti c views of the surrounding areas with some people even able to see the Isle of Man and Northern Ireland on clear days.

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While Preston is in itself a fantasti c place to work, the proximity to other amazing employment locati ons in the North of England is a huge reason to consider living in the area as well as off ering the ability to be at the Lake District in less than an hour by train.

Preston is in a fantasti c locati on when it comes Preston is also in close proximity to both Blackpool As one of the biggest employers for NHS services in the UK As well as strong links to health, Preston has long been the – Preston has many faciliti es that are industry leading such home for BAE Military, a multi nati onal aerospace company. to the UK as a whole. On the line from Glasgow/ and Southport, so if you crave the seaside or some as teaching hospitals, leadership academies and state-of-the- The company has 2 major sites at Warton on the Fylde Coast Edinburgh right the way through to London, the fun on the pleasure beaches, it’s not too far away. art hospitals. Preston has long housed many of the North and Samlesbury in-between Preston and Blackburn. 2011 saw modern trains of today can have you in London Wests leading practi ti oners in the NHS and with such a large the two sites given “local enterprise zones” status, meaning The Lake District is a short car/ train journey away, or Edinburgh in just over 2 hours. Manchester is requirement for staffi ng and growing all the ti me – Preston is that additi onal employees would be att racted to those sites. giving easy access to one of the most well know a 50-minute train journey away, making Preston a the perfect place to be if you see your future in the Health areas of outstanding beauty in the UK. Service. commutable distance away.

The large truck brand is known throughout the UK as formerly The growing nuclear industry has a base in Preston with part of Briti sh Leyland. Many people will remember Leyland 2 Nuclear Powerstati ons based in Heysham and the fuel DAF from the 90’s. Employing over 1,100 at their site in manufactured in Westi nghouse Springfi elds. EDF employs Preston there is a strong link to automoti ve industries within over 1,000 staff across those 3 sites and with more Preston. Now moving more towards greener technologies importance being placed on renewable/sustainable energy, we and one of the leaders in UK Industry when it comes to can only expect this to grow as fossil fuel reliance declines. environmental policy, the company conti nues to prosper.

Although not strictly a business, UCLAN is a major employer in The disti nguished upmarket supermarket chain has its the Preston area with over 25,000 students passing through headquarters and distributi on centre very close to Preston its doors every year. With several important specialisms and a City Centre. Boasti ng 28 stores across Lancashire, Cheshire, huge amount of investment in the main campus and housing Greater Manchester and North Yorkshire – Booths conti nues soluti ons around, the Higher Educati ons sector around Preston to grow and employs more staff every year. conti nues to grow. Other notable employers are Burtons Foods, Fox’s Biscuits, Warburtons, Daisy, Hinjudja Global Soluti ons, Huntapac, Crown Paints and Promethean.

20 THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON 21 Bishopsgate Gardens: The Build

Bishopgate is a conversion of a former offi ce block, vacant since early 2019. Built in a disti ncti ve 1970’s style, the building is in a prime spot for modernisati on in line with the exciti ng new civic development schemes underway in the area such as; Stoney Gate Masterplan, Cinema and Restaurant Complex and the Bus Stati on Square.

This ambiti ous scheme will be a fl agship residenti al windows to create sleek, modern, light fi lled development for The Heaton Group and the City apartments. Working in conjuncti on with award of Preston, comprising of 130 luxury apartments, winning architects, Studio KMA, the one, two and impressive communal spaces with residents lounge three bedroom apartments have been designed and 24 hour concierge, communal rooft op gardens with functi onality and style in mind, with well and 7 retail units overlooking the plaza including, proporti oned rooms, luxury, designer kitchens and Barber shop, Florist and Deli Store. bathrooms and high quality fi xtures and fi tti ngs throughout as standard. The exterior will be clad in disti ncti ve, contemporary black and gold aluminium panels, Bishopgate Gardens communal spaces have been transforming the building into a recognisable designed by the Studio KMA interior design team landmark standing out amongst its neighbours. to create a spectacular welcome for residents and Landscape Architects have thoughtf ully designed visitors to the building, with a residents lounge, both the plaza at the entrance of the building and coff ee pod cafe, 24 hour concierge and recepti on the show-stopping roof gardens with breathtaking area. The communal areas will also act as a central city views. point for ‘The Common’ shared working space and commercial units on the ground fl oor. The interiors will take advantage of the existi ng generous ceiling height and fl oor to ceiling Interior specifi cati ons available upon request.

“Together with The Heaton Group, we have created a very effi cient, attractive new landmark mixed-use development for the city centre. This is one refurbishment project, we believe, that will surpass the aesthetic and functional specifi cations of any new-build project in the area” Andy Titt erton, Studio KMA

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Kitchens Flooring

Every apartment in Bishopgate The fl ooring in the bathroom Gardens has had its kitchen and kitchen areas will be a hard designed by a kitchen design wearing, waterproof vinyl in specialist to maximise on storage, grey. Easy to clean and diffi cult functi onality and style. to damage, this modern fl oor They have handpicked covering has stood the test of three colour schemes with ti me in all of our developments to complimentary worktops, taps, date. splash-back backs and handles. Living areas and bedrooms will The kitchen style used in each be subject to a more sumptuous apartment will depend on the fl ooring treatment with high pile space, its light and positi oning. grey carpets.

Bathrooms Doors It’s important that bathrooms All of our doors are made off are practi cal, long lasti ng and site by master joiners and are look great. Working alongside a delivered to site already in their trusted partner, we are confi dent casti ngs and on hinges. This that our designs ti ck all of the unique method allows us to fi t boxes, with an emphasis on doors quickly whilst maintaining storage and style. quality of fi tti ng. All internal Dependent on apartment size, door hardware is of high quality a double shower or bath with brushed chrome. shower will be fi tt ed with high The apartments at Bishopgate quality fi xtures and fi tti ngs. Gardens will be fob access, increasing security throughout the development and increasing ease of replacement in the case of loss.

26 THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON THE HEATON GROUP | BISHOPGATE GARDENS, PRESTON 27 Bishopgate Gardens, creati ng a new way to live in the heart of Preston with beauti fully landscaped plaza, exciti ng independant retailers and The Common shared working space.

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Bishopgate Gardens has “gardens” in its name for a reason. Show stopping communal roof-top gardens on the eighth and eleventh fl oors, add a sense of glamour to the scheme and provide breathtaking city views.

A modern planti ng scheme will provide year round interest and the limited green palett e with lush foliage will give a sleek, urban jungle feel. A green wall will provide a dramati c backdrop to the contemporary outdoor furniture, arranged to encourage social interacti on between residents. Rectangular, aluminium planters will complement the cladding and ambient lighti ng will make this a comfortable place to relax on long summers evenings. To reach the entrance of Bishopgate Gardens, residents and visitors will walk through the plaza. Paving seamlessly conti nues from the footpath to create a single level space with simple, bold planti ng. The commercial spaces will be att racti vely branded in a “Box Park” style and att racti ve window displays will draw in customers.

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“In what can oft en be a turbulent property “Our approach as a commercial law fi rm is to market, it is refreshing to work with such work closely with our clients to provide tailored a knowledgeable group of people that legal and practi cal soluti ons. We are delighted demonstrate the highest commitment to service to be working with The Heaton Group, because and professionalism. Shawbrook is delighted they, too, show a commitment to understanding to have a close working relati onship with the the needs of their clients and providing a highly Heaton Group in their eff orts to deliver bespoke responsive and agile service.” property opportuniti es for the professional George McMillan, investment community, and we look forward to Kuits Solicitors the future.” Stephen Johnson, Shawbrook Bank

“I have always found both John & Adam very “Together is proud to be a funding partner of professional and cooperati ve in all of their The Heaton Group, providing bespoke lending dealings with the bank.” soluti ons across their exciti ng portf olio of Carl Ashley, property and developments. It was clear from Cambridge & Counti es Bank our fi rst meeti ng that John and Adam had built a business that was very well respected, and focused on delivering excepti onal quality developments for the investment market. And we are delighted to be working with them to help achieve their growth aspirati ons.” Together Money

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