ISSUE 11 | SPRING 2021 PORTFOLIO PROPERTY AND LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE FOR THE NORTH
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Despite the very individual and intense unarguably grows in importance, so does clients as some of the biggest businesses trials many people have faced during the the need for a break from our screens. in the region. We are dedicated to last year, I look at the people around me Digital detoxes are now necessary to growing our readership in creative and see inspirational professional and de-stress as high levels of screen time are innovative ways whilst also prioritising the personal growth. The storm of 2020 to proven to have a detrimental impact on marketing, communications and PR early 2021 may have allowed us to take a our physical and mental wellbeing. We support we provide to our clients. step back, take care of projects that they know our readers enjoy taking some time I believe that one of our strongest wouldn’t have been able to under normal out by picking up one of our printed advantages at Portfolio Magazine is our circumstances and come out of the other copies and catching up on all of the ability to understand our client’s needs – side better than before. property, business and lifestyle news from as we often sit on the same side of the For Portfolio, it has been another year the North. fence. In handling the corporate of significant growth. Adapting to client Whilst we continue to be a print-led communications, PR and marketing for and readers needs, growing our offering publication, we are also respectful and Bradley Hall, I know exactly what our own and partners, creating a stronger digital knowledgeable of the fact that our digital challenges and requirements are, giving presence and developing a sustainable presence is vital. We utilise the social us the ability and perspective which and long-term strategy to ensure we are media platforms and 27,000 strong allows us to understand those of others, able to continue supporting businesses following of our partners, Bradley Hall too. We explore new opportunities throughout the North. The appointment Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents, constantly while always looking for the of our new content executive, Sophie and have also set up our own dedicated most effective ways to market our clients Swift, also marks another milestone as the platforms in order to attract more readers to a targeted audience, ensuring the best team grows. and engagement for Portfolio and our results and return on investment. These We are proud to be working with a advertisers - as well as adding to our factors, alongside our all-inclusive range of local businesses and people to established mailing list on a daily basis packages which also include editorial and continue creating the engaging and and publishing the magazine online. artwork, has proved successful for many interesting articles which our readers I am delighted to continue working of our advertisers in the past. enjoy. In an environment where we are all with successful, local social media agency As always, thank you to our growing drowning in content, it’s important to cut The Social Co. in creating our social media number of advertisers and readers for through the noise and provide stories content as well as an impressive video your ongoing support. which inspire, educate and entertain our campaign which showcases some of our audiences. Our aim is to keep providing a loyal advertisers and a sneak peek of Enjoy Reading! property, lifestyle and business some of the articles our readers can publication with integrity and insight into enjoy. The footage is now being shown on Cassie Moyse the topics that our readers care about. the big screens at both STACK Newcastle Commercial Editor The wants and needs of consumers are and Seaburn, as well as in-car screens Portfolio Magazine changing, and whilst digital presence with Blueline Taxis, a firm which counts its
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6 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE CONTENTS PROPERTY
10-13 What’s behind the grid C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 14-17 The region’s new build specialists 20-21 The Kilns, Beadnell 72 50 30 What to expect as a first time buyer
LIFESTYLE 53 23-25 Better than medicine
37-39 Tesla Model 3 modified by Performance 28 23 42-43 Rowen Homes Hamptons range
50-52 Summeryacht your
summer staycation BUSINESS 10 58
34-35 Who cares? A comment
on marketing
54-55 Strike while the iron is hot - why Leeds is a hotspot 20 54 for investment
58 Building Sunderland’s Future
64 Pandemic reignites importance of collaborative working 37
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WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR? Matt Hoy, director of estate agency, Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents In a world where budget and online estate agencies are opening every day, and where competition on the high street can create opportunity for sellers to negotiate on fees, there is potentially a deal to be had when listing your house for sale – but does this saving on costs actually represent best value when considering the final sale price for your property?
8 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE Commission is a word that online- Having a concentrated and targeted based estate agencies are working hard to geographical area ensures a much deeper make taboo – even investing in big budget knowledge which can be relied upon to TV campaigns to do so. At the time of provide the best service. C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 writing, with demand outstripping supply It almost goes without saying but is in the post-lockdown property market, still worth noting that the aBdverti s e d Y 23 K 0 high street agency fee levels are also savings become much larger as you under pressure from estate agents advance up the price brackets into higher competing with one another for new priced homes, but so do the potential business. losses. Naturally, the higher something is The age-old adage ‘you get what you priced the smaller the potential purchaser pay for’ might seem like a convenient audience becomes. One missed defence from those who are still charging opportunity could cost a seller a more - but is selling your house really considerable amount time and money and something you want to do on the cheap? that is before considering how this is The ‘Savings Calculator’ on the website industry and certainly not when selling an extrapolated across connected purchases. for online agents Purplebricks suggests a asset of such considerable price. It is So what do you get when you ‘get saving of £2,766 could be possible when essential to take the right steps as making what you pay for’? A team of local selling a home at the value of the UK the wrong choice could cost you individuals in a centralized location on the average house price. At face value, this thousands of pounds. The reality is that busiest high streets with prime window figure could be an attractive proposition estate agents are expert individuals that advertising, online coverage with for many, but is this a figure quickly are working for you, getting paid only maximized conversion rates from those eclipsed by a lower sale price if the job after a successful transaction and at a rate who do respond to your advertisements, isn’t done correctly. which is directly proportional to the value professional photography, energy Telephone enquiries from new buyers they helped you achieve on your home, performance certification, floorplans, high still outweigh email enquiries by nearly not some kind of enemy or otherwise quality brochures, accompanied viewings 2:1, and that first point of contact is vital necessary evil as portrayed by some of as standard, a mortgage team on hand to to converting prospective applicants into the online competition. qualify applicants, chartered valuation viewers. Having initial enquiries fielded by The commission which is demonised and building surveyors in the building to a call centre hundreds of miles away can by these low cost, high volume agencies, help manage the outcome of survey be detrimental to viewer numbers which is a fantastic incentive to achieve the best results, not having to ask or wonder what ultimately has a knock-on effect with the result possible for the seller. Choosing the might cost more but knowing that the time taken to achieve a sale for your high street agent that will half the fee people you have employed are working home and the overall value achieved. The quotes offered by its competition might with you toward a common goal, rather Advisory offers independent expert advice seem like an easy decision when you are than acting merely as an introductory for house sellers and reports on average first considering selling, but with more vehicle for anyone who picks up the that a local high street agent generates homes than ever selling for in-excess of phone. 48% more viewings and 64% more offers the original asking prices, will you end up Competition is good, and serves to than their online counterparts, resulting wishing the person handling the process focus minds and drive progression in the in a 5% average uplift in sale price - was twice as motivated to see you get the industry. Just make sure you consider £12,575 on the average UK house price, best result? properly what represents best value when immediately contextualising the £2,766 Of course the 5% uplift in agreed sales faced with alleged savings and consider ‘saving’ promised by the Purplebricks price reported by TheAdvisory will be the importance of the human mechanism website. largely due to high street agencies involved with transactions of such There are many instances where a typically employing local individuals with a emotional and monetary significance. prudent customer would do well to seek better grasp on the locality they are out low cost, high volume businesses, but working in and the first-hand knowledge perhaps typically not in the service of the properties they are dealing with. www.bradleyhall.co.uk
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 9 LIFESTYLE What’s behind the grid The real side of Instagram’s interior accounts.
Instagram has fast become one of the Instagram can be a place of fantastic In our quest to improve our digital leading social media platforms with 1.074 inspiration but has also fallen victim to rife consumption, we found some accounts billion Instagram users worldwide in 2021. negativity due to its unrealistic depiction which are close to home and provide Many users spend hours swooning over, of many people’s homes, bodies and realistic and obtainable inspiration. We quite literally, picture-perfect displays of lifestyles. Many of its users are now were delighted to chat with people the most luxury properties and interiors cleansing their feed, unfollowing the behind some of the most stunning home- from across the globe. simply unobtainable and unrealistic accounts from real homemakers from accounts that make us unjustifiably across the North. question whether we are in fact ‘living our best lives’ or not.
Emily @number_4_on_the_park We spoke to Emily from How do you feel instagram @number_4_on_the_park about the has affected people’s interior importance of accessories and artwork, What are your favourite her design philosophy and avoiding ‘fast- design choices? homeware’. I do think Instagram has given more pieces in your home? people the opportunity to see how other Accessories and artworks are a really How did you get into people, from really diverse backgrounds important part of an interior scheme as interior design? and experiences, choose to furnish their they add the personal touch and spark I’ve always had an interest in design, I homes. And I think that’s great – it’s a conversation. I love things that tell a story, come from a creative family and I’ve little like the way the Habitat catalogue or reflect an experience. One of my worked for Barker & Stonehouse for opened the door to more choice for favourite pieces is a bronze Buddha almost twenty years, which has given me people back in the 70s. But I do worry image, which my late father passed on. exposure to a wealth of beautiful that it also means that people are starting It’s a connection to him and Thailand, furniture and accessories. Thinking about to decorate their homes for others and for where he lived, and brings back memories what pieces will work in other peoples’ Instagram, rather than creating the home of our travels. homes gives you a great grounding in they really want for themselves. I really composing different styles and believe the best design philosophy is Why did you start understanding your own. being honest and authentic to yourself. If documenting your home other people love it too, that’s a bonus. Did you have a plan for your on your instagram home or is it something that What are your favourite I started documenting my home renovations and decorative changes on has grown with experience? interior trends right now? @number_4_on_the_park as I was I have a strong design philosophy and I don’t really follow trends and I avoid the curious to see and learn from other while that hasn’t changed too much over world of ‘fast-homeware’. When looking people’s creativity in their homes, and the years, it has evolved as I’ve for furniture and accessories, I share some of my own. The best experienced new things- particularly recommend taking a step back and moments on Instagram are when people travelling in South East Asia. I’m a firm question if you will still love it in ten years’ tell you they’ve been inspired to do believer that a person’s home should time? Is it a piece that you feel a something by you – artwork or sculpture, reflect them and evolve as they grow, connection to? Or is it something that or re-arranging a room. It’s lovely to think rather than being part of a plan. But living people are just saying is the current style? you have some small influence on how in a period home was always an I think most people will be happier with other people shape their homes, and aspiration, so I’ve been gathering ideas the way their houses look and feel if they from that I have made some incredible and pieces for this for years. answer yes to the first two questions. friendships.
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Did you have a plan for your home or is it something that has grown with experience? Before we had even moved into our house, I had made mood boards for every room. I knew I wanted a home filled with whites and neutrals and I’m incredibly proud of how it’s turned out. When we first moved in, we had to beg, borrow and steal furniture just to fill the rooms. It wasn’t exactly to our taste, but we spent so much on our deposit we had to make do. In the last couple of years, we have started to go back through the rooms and redecorate them, replacing furniture more in keeping with our style and adding elements of cream for a timeless look. What is the inspiration behind your home? Zara Home and The White Company campaign images have given me a lot of inspiration for my colour palette. I knew Lisa @homes_and that I wanted a classic look with elements Lisa, the founder of @homes_and, works of trend led pieces mixed through to keep When did you start as a visual manager for H&M Newcastle it current and contemporary. I wanted to documenting your home and enjoys spending her free time create a forever home that has longevity. on your Instagram? decorating her beautiful home and I am loving Wabi Sabi, which is the I started my home account as a sort of documenting it on her Instagram page. view of finding beauty in every aspect of imperfection in nature, as well as other diary to document the renovation of my How did you get into Japanese trends that I can incorporate home, I didn’t have a theme or much of into my own home. an idea what I wanted the account to be. interior design? But, like my home, my Instagram page I was massively influenced by my Mum’s Where are your favourite has evolved, and I feel like I have a interest in interiors growing up. I knew I places to shop, when it stronger idea now of what I want my page wanted an old house as I love period to look like and what I want it to be about. features and the space you get for your comes to interiors? I focus on creating a clear aesthetic and money. We bought a home that needed a I love shops like H&M Home, Zara Home, cohesive theme so it’s more like an lot of work, most of which we have done Home Sense and TK Maxx because they inspiration source or Pinterest board for ourselves and I fell in love with interior offer budget friendly pieces that look high others rather than just a progress diary for design along the way. end. me.
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Danny @edwardian_home_1903 In June 2020 Danny and his partner could not say no. We always wanted an Andrew moved into their dream older house, as we love older furniture, Edwardian home. During the pandemic high ceilings and panelling; when we got Danny was unfortunately made redundant into the space it just had the right feel for from his position in hospitality and threw us. We did not have a set plan at all. The all of his energy into renovating their process revolved more around bringing home. Portfolio spoke to the pair about the property back to life. There was a lot their love of all things interior and the of trial and error as we wanted to get a ways in which they have decorated their feel for it. We really wanted our home to furniture in our home, but we love Next, beautiful period property. express our personalities, but still have its and John Lewis is especially great for own traditional character. How did you get into lighting. interior design? What is the inspiration Do you prefer shopping Danny: Andrew had his own place and behind your colour palette? for larger pieces or smaller was already interested in interior design. We were desperate to inject colour with accessory pieces? When we moved in here, our first home artwork, but as it turned out we together, I finally was able to put my decorated every room to have colour Danny: I defintely prefer shopping for stamp on the place. We have merged incorporated into the interiors as well. We smaller decorative pieces. both of our personal styles and have had seriously love pops of colour! We tried Andrew: I feel I prefer larger homeware. great fun watching Americanised housing our best to work with the original features We both look to support local businesses interior programmes while we have and give a nod to the property’s former and try to get lots of our artwork and established our own style. Learning about glory through the colours we chose. We decorative pieces from Instagram and different ways to make changes to our especially enjoy using Farrow and Ball smaller companies. We do still love places home ourselves was a great hobby during paint as the colours are amazing and the like Sainsbury’s Home, Habitat, Zara the furlough period. I did all of the quality is great too. Home, H&M Home, and TK Maxx. panelling myself and it was all a big learning curve. Where are your favourite Why did you start places to shop, when it documenting your home Did you have a plan for your comes to home interiors? on your Instagram? home or is it something that Danny: When it comes to furniture, we We wanted to use our Instagram to has grown with experience? are all about the marketplace. We document our home decor journey and Andrew: We did have a plan as knew that especially love old furniture, and you can almost use it as a memory bank. We have this was the house for us. We have pick up some really lovely bits that can be made so many amazing friends and hope wanted this specific house, in this street made so much better through upcycling, to meet some of them in the future to for a while, when it became available, we and a bit of DIY. We do have some IKEA further explore our love of interiors.
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Elle @elle_the_home_bird Elle is a former newspaper journalist and really enjoying it and have made some busy mum with three boys under the age lovely friends through the page. I also feel of nine. Her passion for writing, it is a great way to have some time to and greens in our home, and I especially photography, and interiors is documented myself away from the children for a few love the Farrow & Ball paints. A few of my beautifully through her Instagram minutes. favourites have to be Setting Plaster account: @elle_the_home_bird. which we have in our bedroom and How did you get into Pigeon which we used in our living room. Why did you start interior design? documenting your home What are your favourite I feel my interest in design goes back to interior trends right now? on your Instagram? my childhood and visiting my Personally, I am not one for following Having an interior-focused Instagram is grandparents. My Grandma particularly loved antiques: she had lots of oil trends. I tend to see something I like and something I have dabbled with when in purchase pieces that way, rather than our previous house. Our current home paintings and items of furniture that we were not allowed to touch! I think my following specific styles. The danger with needed a lot of work and Instagram was a following trends is that they don’t last and good excuse to document our progress. I appreciation for old furnishings and period features definitely comes from her. it can encourage you to lose some of your started taking the page more seriously own identity. Although there is nothing from January 2020, especially with wrong with being influenced by others, I lockdown and staying at home. I’ve been Did you have a plan for your home or is it something that want my home to reflect my family, rather than following a fashion. has grown with experience? I have always wanted a period property Where are your favourite and love our current 1930s home. Initially, places to shop, when it I tried to plan what I wanted to do with comes to home interiors? the space but found it difficult as we did the whole house at the same time. There Most of our furniture is second-hand, was a lot to do, and I often felt my antique, or inherited from our parents attention was split between each room and grandparents. I do source a lot of our and trying to tie it all together was items from Facebook Marketplace and certainly a struggle at times.I think it is eBay, but still love to shop at places like okay to not entirely know what you want Dunelm, La Redoute, The Cotswold to do with your space, often you need Company, Neptune, and Oka. time to figure out the lighting and get a feel for the room. Personally, I found a bit Do you prefer shopping of planning and some time to really get to for larger pieces or smaller know your home creates the most organic accessory pieces? results. I prefer shopping for smaller accessory What is the inspiration style pieces. I tend to find shopping for larger items a bit more stressful, as I want behind your colour palette? to get it absolutely right. I feel I have a bit I would describe my style as antique with of a shopping problem when it comes to a modern and colourful twist. I would love smaller items as a result of this! I love to to be that neutral girl, but I just love get smaller interior accessories from colour too much. We have some pinks H&M Home, Oka and Etsy.
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 13 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY THE REGION’S NEW BUILD SPECIALISTS Take a browse through some of the impressive new-build developments and properties which are currently available through Bradley Hall’s established North East branch network.
Old RegistRy MORPETH The Old Registry is home to nine individually styled, two bedroom homes, including a superb duplex apartment, together with three, one bedroom apartments offering options for all tastes. The Old Registry has been sympathetically restored to keep the rich depth of features of this historic property whilst at the same time creating twelve beautiful, spacious modern apartments to live in.
Prices from £170,000 [email protected] 01670 518 518
SOLD OUT Valley View GATESHEAD Available as four bed, three bed and two bed semi detached properties, Valley View is a beautiful collection of homes. Each equipped with private gardens, off road parking and all of the contemporary features you would expect with a new build property.
Prices from £144,950
[email protected] 0191 284 2255
14 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE LAST PLOT REMAINING west CheVingtOn FaRM WEST CHEVINGTON C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 The estate comprises 21 stunning, rustic-style and carefully plaBnned Y 23 K 0 homes, on generous sized plots, accompanied by landscaped communal spaces and car-friendly access. A total of nine barns, modelled on the original working barns of the farm, and twelve new homes, designed to accompany the original structures, make up West Chevington Farm. Price £550,000 [email protected] 01670 518 518
COMING SOON shePheRds Quay NORTH SHIELDS Experienced developer Ian Stewart is leading the ‘Shepherds Quay’ project to build 49 apartments and one townhouse in three complementary blocks on the site of a former rubber factory on Clive Street. The completed homes will be marketed by Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents. [email protected] 0191 284 2255
BOldOn lane SOUTH SHIELDS Bradley Hall is delighted to welcome to the market an exclusive development of townhouse on Boldon Lane, South Shields. This development is ideally situated for road links, public transport, national and local retailers and public green spaces and a metro station within walking distance.
Prices from £165,000
[email protected] 0191 284 2255
OysteRCatCheR WHITEFIELD FARM, MORPETH Situated only four miles south of the popular coastal town of Amble in Northumberland the rural setting of Whitefield Farm enjoys expansive views over open countryside with the Pennines and ‘Cheviot’ able to be observed. With Druridge Bay and its beautiful beach only 90 seconds away by car this location is bound to be popular. The property is a 4 bed, and is sympathetically built in heritage brickwork with slate roofs complementing the small number of existing properties on this farm. Prices from £579,999 [email protected] 01670 518 518
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wOOdhOuse Mews SWALWELL Woodhouse Mews is made up of 22, two and three bedroom apartments which each offer spacious, contemporary and open-plan living. The apartments include sleek modern kitchens and bathrooms. Each apartment is completely bespoke in its layout, so viewings are highly recommended to appreciate the quality of the designs.
Prices from £114,950
[email protected] 0191 284 2255
shOttOn aVenue BLYTH Bradley Hall is delighted to bring to market an opportunity to acquire a new build home on an exclusive development of five properties within the popular coastal town of Blyth, including a mix of three, four and five bedroom homes.
Prices from £170,000
[email protected] 01670 518 518
TWO PLOTS REMAINING the COaCh hOuse GOSFORTH A stunning development set in the heart of Central Gosforth Conservation Area, the Coach House is an outstanding Georgian building which has been transformed into a collection of prestigious homes. This exclusive development of eight properties offers houses, bungalows and generously spacious apartments. These homes are ideally located and aim to provide contemporary living within a unique and historic building. Prices from £599,950 [email protected] 0191 284 2255
the Kilns BEADNELL There are 45 houses in total at the Kilns with a choice of six designs ranging from large three or four detached two storey homes as well as dormer bungalow designs perfect for smaller families or those looking to downsize. Homeowners at The Kilns have the advantage of a range of amenities within a gentle stroll as the local village is within close proximity.
Prices from £185,000
[email protected] 01665 605 605
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BROOK Fields LITTLE THORPE Brook Fields is on an exclusive development located in the stunning hamlet of Little Thorpe in County Durham, ideally situated between Easington and Peterlee. The development has been specifically designed to attract the discerning buyer seeking something different in a new home. Designed by an award winning local architects practice, Brook Fields is a collection of five bespoke house designs and benefits from a contemporary yet subtle design with unique exterior frontage. Prices from £299,950 [email protected] 0191 383 9999
SOLD OUT CaRteR dene LESBURY An exclusive development of just 5 stone built country homes, in a superb village setting with good road links to Alnwick and local independent shops, cafes and pubs in the surrounding villages of Alnmouth and Warkworth. Perfectly located to take advantage of the idyllic country setting whilst being close to all that the North East of England has to offer. Prices from £610,000 [email protected] 01665 605 605
ONLY 1 PLOT REMAINING tOwn end FaRM BISHOP MIDDLEHAM The outstanding development of homes at Town End Farm provides a range of opportunities which are set to include a five-bedroom converted farmhouse as well as two magnificent detached modern new build properties featuring beautiful glass openings to the surrounding countryside, which will allow individuals to create their own interior finishes to include bathrooms, kitchens, walls and flooring.
Price £360,000
[email protected] 0191 383 9999
SOLD OUT PaRKBuRn COuRt CRASTER A development of premium new homes in the sought-after coastal village of Craster. These stylish homes have been designed utilising local materials with feature stone detailing in Winstone, quarried in Northumberland. The homes are built by local tradesmen to deliver a property that is both contemporary whilst in keeping with the traditional street scenes of this historic fishing village of Craster. Prices from £475,000 [email protected] 01665 605 605
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 17 NEWS
COVID won’t stop Marie Curie’s local hospice care
• Pandemic forces cancellation of all public collections for first time in the Great Daffodil Appeal’s 35-year history • Marie Curie Development Board urges the region to get behind the charity this spring • Loss of collections will leave the charity with potential £3m deficit for the campaign
End of life charity, Marie Curie, and the Newcastle Hospice, would make a we're still living through the many their Newcastle Hospice Development huge difference to patients locally. Since challenges the pandemic has brought us. Board are calling on organisations across the start of the pandemic all events and Looking ahead, the need for Marie Curie’s the North East to show their support this campaigns have been cancelled or services has never been greater. For our year by helping pay for a day at the postponed meaning income has been hospice, situated in the heart of Newcastle Hospice. significantly impacted. Newcastle, the impact of the pandemic Marie Curie’s flagship fundraiser the And in light of the charity’s biggest was immeasurable and yet throughout, Great Daffodil Appeal – reached it’s 35th fundraiser of the year, the Great Daffodil the team have continued to be there Anniversary in March but, for the first Appeal, not being able to go ahead in its offering care and support to people and time, had to cancel all their iconic public usual guise, it is a fantastic way to support their families at the end of their lives. collections for the campaign. Because of the cause and ensure that Marie Curie “The Newcastle Hospice Development this the charity is facing a potential loss of Nurses, doctors and hospice staff can Board and I are delighted to launch our over £3 million, but a new initiative from continue working on the frontline new Pay For A Day Campaign which we The Pears Foundation means that throughout the pandemic caring for hope will enable us to raise enough supporting organisations who commit to people at end of life. money to fund as many days as possible raising enough money to pay for a day at Last year, the charity saw a 16.5% rise for our hospice in Elswick. We’re asking the Hospice in Elswick will have their in the number of people they cared for at people to give whatever they can to money match funded. end of life, compared to 2019 and their contribute towards each day and support Adam Serfontein, Chair of the Marie support line saw a 20% increase in calls our campaign. The coronavirus might Curie Newcastle Development Board said too. have stopped much of our usual that any new campaigns to raise £8,587, Adam said: “Over a year since the fundraising, but we can’t let it stop our which cover the running costs of a day in world was gripped by the coronavirus, care”.
the newcastle hospice development Board have launched a campaign to pay for as many days as possible between now and the end of november to ensure every day benefits from the Pears Foundation incentive. to support the campaign to Pay for a day at the newcastle hospice, visit www.justgiving.com/newcastlehospicep4ad
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MOntagu aVenue GOSFORTH guide PRiCe £3,000,000 EPC Rating C X 6 X 8 X 5
A truly unique opportunity has arisen to The bedrooms are configured to acquire this iconic property on one of the maximise views over the neighbouring region’s most prestigious streets. Nuns Moor, another rarity in a property The home is distinctively appointed that has such ready access to the throughout and offers ample opportunity amenities of a nearby city. for further reconfiguration and Confidential enquiries in strict development to create something specific confidence to Matt Hoy or Neil Hart in to the needs of an individual purchaser. Gosforth. Two secure entry gates lead directly off Montagu Avenue to a large forecourt suitable for many vehicles. The home is then accessed via a central door to the gosforth main entrance hallway or via the triple- primary reception rooms along with 0191 284 2255 door garage. Private south facing gardens ample circulation space. Key features [email protected] lie to the rear of the home. include a modern kitchen, full-length [email protected] Presently the home offers six-bedroom lounge, and a basement bar/ballroom suites, eight washroom facilities, and four with a variety of potential uses. www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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The Kilns, Beadnell For primary occupancy in the centre of Beadnell village, on the edge of the Northumberland Coast there is a collection of 45 beautifully designed contemporary new builds about to commence onsite with first plots ready early 2022. Beadnell is an area known for its outstanding natural beauty and history, why wouldn’t you want to live here?
Each house is exquisitely designed to proximity to the Northumberland sports and martial arts schools; Beadnell be a modern home, while still countryside. Although a day at the beach and The Kilns is the ideal choice for those incorporating a traditional style, and is can be great, Beadnell has a lot more to looking to grow a family or those looking constructed with quality, locally sourced offer settling families, rather than just for to retire. materials. Each property has an open plan holiday makers. With a variety of schools Present on the site of The Kilns living, dining and kitchen area, as well as granted good Ofsted ratings in the area, development is an 18th century limekiln. underfloor heating on the lower floor. and a range of other extracurricular Limekilns were originally used to produce Beadnell village is known for its activities for children to get involved in, quicklime for spreading on the crops and picturesque beach, harbour, and its close such as riding schools and stables, water pastures around Beadnell to improve the
20 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE Tthihs pero pBertey ids ae delightful two-b e dCr o20.7om M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 semi-detached or terracedB dorme r Y 23 K 0 bungalow that includes a downstairs bedroom with ensuite. The Bede is the perfect property for a smaller family, downsizers or an older couple. Not only is it placed in the centre of Beadnell, a village, but it is also well connected to local amenities. harvest; it was also used as a building the Coquet material locally. By the mid-19th century, the ebba The final of the six different designs on the kiln became dated and unused; due to The Ebba is a spacious three bedroom offer at The Kilns comes in the format of the increasing availability of industrial detached house, with a detached single the three-bedroom semi-detached home, mass-produced hydrated lime, which was garage. Incorporating a range of modern equipped with a block paved driveway used for agriculture, and the preference features including expertly designed and private parking. The Coquet is ideal for cement in building. kitchens, luxury bathrooms and en-suites, for couples, downsizers or those with With Newcastle city centre less than spacious rooms, bi-folding doors and growing families. Available as discounted an hour away, and The Kilns residence garden room; The Ebba is a brilliant market sale and private sale. being 6 miles from the A1 north and choice for families or for those of us who With all that Beadnell has to offer, this south; the families living here have the joy are keen to have the glorious two mile is a perfect place for anyone to settle, of being able to live in a beautiful, historic stretch of beach, known as Beadnell Bay, especially at The Kilns. environment, while still having quick and right on our doorstep. reliable access to the city. For more information please All of The Kiln’s properties, are just a contact Bradley hall’s alnwick branch 20-minute drive from big supermarkets in Ttheh Fen wFicek isn a wthreiec-bk edroom detached on 01665 605 605 or Alnwick, including Morrison’s, Sainsbury’s dormer bungalow, with a detached single email [email protected] and Marks and Spencer Simply Food. The garage and a downstairs bedroom with properties are also within close proximity ensuite. This property is full of character to the historic fishing village of Seahouses and has plenty of natural light flooding in which has an array of shops, a leisure from the Velux windows. The Fenwick is centre, and a bustling harbour full of local very much forever home and will appeal wildlife. to those looking to downsize, those with With a choice of six different designs smaller families, as well as older couples. www.bondgatehomes.co.uk ranging from two, three or four bed homes, as well as a selection of semi- detached and detached dormer bungalows, The Kilns development really does have a lot to offer when set in such a desirable location.
Ttheh Oesw aOld osffewrs aa dolud ble fronted, four bedroom detached house, accompanied by a detached single garage. The rear of the property is encompassed by beautiful bi-folding doors that really bring the outside- in from the garden room to the open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Not only does this encourage families to be more flexible with their living arrangements, but it also allows them to make the most of the gorgeous harbour and beach, that is just a short walk away.
Ttheh Eedw ine isd alswo a ifon ur-bedroom detached family home; additionally, this property has a single integral garage. With a variety of similar features, and the same contemporary style as The Oswald, The Edwin is another perfect family home.
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RaMside PaRK DURHAM Six Bedroom Detached Home guide PRiCe £1,600,000 OR £5,000 PCM EPC Rating B X 6 X 4 X2
Bradley Hall is delighted to offer for sale a star hotel with its range of restaurants. hard landscaping and delightful areas to truly spectacular modern mansion The estate has in effect established enjoy the peaceful surrounds and situated in what has arguably become one itself with a ‘country club’ feel to it and stunning views. of the best residential locations, on a the future plans will create even bigger The house has been built to provide the development of only a handful of similar and better facilities for the use of the current owners with a luxury dwelling million-pound mansions. residents. whilst respecting the development Emerald House is located at the heart Developed in 2018 by the current guidelines set out when the plots were of this exclusive development and owner occupiers, the house has been originally sold. The mix of stone and glass occupies a plot extending to nearly half an finished to an exceptionally high standard, work well together and offer and light and acre of formal grounds. The location seldom seen in mansion which extends to airy house throughout. offers superb views over the adjoining golf over 8000 sq ft of GIA. The plot also course, towards Durham City and beyond provides an abundance of carparking to over the Durham countryside and hills. the front elevation and into the integral The facilities within the Ramside triple garage. The extensive grounds have durham complex are close by where you can enjoy matured over the period and, whilst not a 0191 383 9999 two 18-hole golf courses, driving range, necessity being next to a golf course, do [email protected] great club house facilities, a spa, gym and provide a high degree of seclusion and swimming pool complex as well as the 4- privacy with an interesting mix of soft and www.bradleyhall.co.uk
22 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE BETTER THAN MEDICINE Why gardening is a brilliant therapy for your physical and mental health.
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 23 LIFESTYLE Portfolio dives into the rising importance of gardening and the positive impacts it can have on our health.
When the world was plunged headfirst According to a recent study by of obesity and high physical activity, and into lockdown in March 2020, no one Gardens Illustrated, the UK has planted higher self-related mental health. could have foreseen how isolated we 322 million more plants in 2020 than in Similarly, the Royal Horticultural Society would become. With the possibility of a 2019. With £5.4 billion being spent on has noted that the number of calories sunny holiday being snatched from our outdoor spaces in the last year, it seems burnt from 30 mins of gardening is fingers, more and more people have been that we really have been getting our comparable to playing badminton, looking closer to home for their relaxation hands dirty. But what can our growing volleyball, or practising yoga for the same and family time. In the last year, many interest in our back gardens mean for our amount of time - further displaying the people have grown to appreciate having health? benefits gardening can have on our their own outdoor green spaces, and The King’s Fund, an independent physical health. subsequently many people have become charity working to improve health and The benefits of being in our gardens more interested in gardening. care in England, released a publication in run much deeper than exercise. Not only Gardens themselves serve many 2016 discussing the positive relationship does gardening encourage physical purposes: they can be cultivated for between gardening and health. Increasing benefits, but it also gives us a much- flowers or growing food; used as spaces people’s exposure to green spaces is needed break from screentime and for exercise, relaxation, solace, and linked to long-term interactions in overall working from home, things that have recovery; as well as being used as a place reported health problems including heart become an ever-increasing part of our to play to involve the younger generations disease, cancer, and musculoskeletal lives during the pandemic. Gardening has in the great outdoors. conditions. It is also said to reduce levels been found to have a significant effect on
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our mental health; research has shown a sizeable reduction in depression, anxiety, and an improvement in social functioning for those who have listed gardening as a hobby. Spending time out in the fresh air is always good for us; however, having a task to focus on, such as organising a flower bed or setting up a bird feeder, both relaxes and focuses the mind. Becoming involved in gardening with other people further benefits us by making the activity a sociable one. Due to gardening being on the rise and more of us developing an interest in the best ways to become more green- fingered, we have highlighted a few ways that the whole family can get involved in the garden. As many of us will not be able to travel abroad for our summer holidays this year, we are swapping pool sides for pond sides, and finding new ways to encourage families to come together as the weather gets warmer. Water can bring a magical quality to your garden and is a brilliant way to introduce children to the creatures that may live within it. Not all gardens come equipped with a pond, but the RSPB has created a step-by-step guide to ensure that everyone can get involved with this fun family activity. All that is
needed is a watertight container, some gravel, and some plants before you can enjoy exploring what lies in the water with all the family. The RSPB also have a range of Bug and Bee Hotel options to further entice your little ones to discover the wildlife that lies at the bottom of our gardens. Another brilliant way to participate in fun gardening activities is to create your own bird feed and then watch as your feathered friends come and visit. Although a safari adventure in Africa may have been the original plan, while the pandemic prevails that plan might need to be saved until next year. We may need to replace exotic wildlife with the native of our own green spaces. A quick and easy way to make bird cakes is by collating birdseed, lard and raisins or nuts in a bowl. Pop the mixture in some cling film and roll it into a ball. Leave to set then unwrap and watch the birds gather. It is apparent that during the pandemic we have loved to spend more time in our gardens than ever before, and with all the health benefits that come with gardening, who can blame us. We hope this trend continues into 2021 and gardening becomes a more popular activity for everyone.
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the Old staBles ELLINGHAM 5 Bedroom Detached House guide PRiCe £995,000 Awaiting EPC Rating X 5 X 4 X4
Bradley Hall is delighted to welcome to house Ellingham Hall of which the sleek, modern elegance whilst the market this prestigious family home property was originally the stable block incorporating some of the stable’s original nestled within the picturesque for and the highly regarded Pack Horse framework and features into its unique Northumbrian countryside in the public house which provides an excellent design. Buyers should look no further for charming village of Ellingham. This truly food and drinks service. The village also the perfect example of modern luxury stand-out property occupies a prominent benefits from great accessibility, with the living within a traditional, tranquil setting. plot and benefits from serene views of the proximity of the A1(M) allowing villagers sweeping countryside to the south of the easy travel to further afield areas of the village. region. The village of Ellingham is a quaint This fantastic property is finished to an village located within the heart of the impeccable standard both internally and alnwick Northumberland countryside, situated externally, with no expense spared on 01665 605 605 approximately six miles inland of the interior quality. Converted from what was [email protected] beautiful Northumberland coastline. The originally an old stable house, this village is home to the 17th Century manor delightful family home perfectly blends www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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Seldom does the opportunity arise to buy become one of the best residential pool complex as well as the 4-star h Cot 20.7el M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 a home within this location, which is why locations on the fringe of this historic city. with its range of restaurants. The estate none have come to the market since the This exquisite home is located at the has in effect established itsBelf wit h a Y 23 K 0 development was completed in 2016 by heart of the development and occupies a ‘country club’ feel to it and the future the well-established and regarded good size plot with a large rear garden plans will create even bigger and better developer Dere Street Homes and award- backing directly onto the golf course and facilities for the use of the residents. winning architect. as a result not overlooked. The raised Just 13 were originally built in a location offers superb views over the farmhouse style courtyard offering a adjoining Cathedral course, towards secure gated community located on top of Durham City and beyond over the a raised plateau which as a result offers Durham countryside and hills. The durham magnificent rural views. This is truly an facilities within the Ramside complex are 0191 383 9999 exclusive development offering a location close by where you can enjoy two 18-hole [email protected] and lifestyle of which many dream, but golf courses, driving range, great club only few achieve and has arguably house facilities, a spa, gym, and swimming www.bradleyhall.co.uk
28 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE HOME OF THE COOKING RANGE Walter Dix & Co’s experts know a thing or two about picking out the best cooker and refrigerator for your kitchen
Bringing the latest in quality cooker systems to protect and prolong the life of design to your home whether you are your food and wine. looking at built in ovens, Range cookers, The team at Walter Dix & Co pride extraction or refrigeration: Walter Dix & themselves on giving the best unbiased Co provide expert knowledge and their information and advice on the products to showroom in Gateshead highlights the help guide each customer to select the very best in the cooking and refrigeration best appliances for their home. market. Whether your project is a new build, a The Walter Dix & Co showroom in renovation, or a new kitchen design, the Gateshead displays the very best in Range team at Walter Dix & Co would love to cookers and refrigeration. hear from you. Make the right choice at Buying a Range cooker provides the the right price. look and attraction of a statement piece in The showroom is open six days a week any home coupled with, on average, three and provides ample free parking. times more useable capacity of oven Alternatively video/virtual appointments space when compared to built-in ovens. can be made. Walter Dix & Co supply over 12 different brands of range cooker with over eight different models to each brand. They specialise in heat storage Range Cookers from the oil, gas and electric cast iron AGA cookers to the electric range cookers of EVERHOT and ESSE. Their preservation systems and refrigerators. showroom boasts working models and Complimentary refrigeration from AGA, walter dix & Co regular cookery events so that you can Steel, KitchenAid are on display in the 1 stirling Court, team Valley find out why this type of cooker brings so showroom. These sit alongside fantastic gateshead, ne11 0JF much to every home. preservation systems from SubZero wdix.co.uk Walter Dix & Co also specialise in food combining the very best in cooling 0191 482 0033 [email protected]
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 29 COMMENT WHAT TO EXPECT AS A FIRST TIME BUYER As a first-time buyer, putting a first foot on the property ladder C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 is an exciting prospect, but can B Y 23 K 0 also be a nerve-wracking experience. Before finding a property, it is important to recognise what is affordable, as well as understanding what lenders will allow you to borrow.
Unless you are able to buy a home outright, a property purchase will most likely be made up of a deposit and a mortgage for the rest- meaning that the buyer will need to borrow money from a mortgage provider. Different providers offer different rates and types of mortgages, each of which comes with interest on the money borrowed. It is useful to have a decision in • Get rid of bad habits - when you apply more buyers to access mortgages without principal when looking for a new home. for a mortgage, lenders will look at the need for prohibitively large deposits. Many sellers and estate agents won’t your income and your outgoings. This The COVID-19 pandemic led to a accept an offer without one. This is an may involve you needing to make small reduction in the availability of high loan- initial agreement that (in principal) the financial adjustments to demonstrate to-value (LTV) mortgage products, lender is prepared to grant you a that you are a safe spender. particularly for prospective homebuyers mortgage, and a qualified declaration of • Proving income - pay slips and bank with only a 5% deposit – leaving many how much they may let you borrow. statements from the last three months unable to get onto the housing ladder. When applying for a mortgage, there are usually required when applying for The government announced the are several tasks to complete which could a mortgage. If you are self-employed, mortgage guarantee scheme, supporting encourage better results, including the you will need copies of your tax the next generation of homebuyers. The acceptance of an application or better returns and business accounts. 95% mortgage scheme will run for 18 interest rates. They include; • Aim to avoid missing payments or months until December 2022 and • Electoral role – It could negatively paying late by setting up direct debits. applicants must have a regular income, a impact your credit score if you aren’t • Try to keep your financial position as good credit rating and show that they can on the electoral role stable as possible in the months afford the monthly mortgage repayments. • Check your documents are all in your running up to a mortgage application. Bradley Hall’s mortgage team will correct name with your up to date Avoid opening new accounts and unlock the best deal possible for their address on. Lenders can ask for taking out new credit facilities. clients whilst also managing the anything and everything to satisfy their To support first time buyers in application from start to finish, collecting underwriting requirements so having achieving the important milestone of and analysing all of the required access to accurate documents is stepping onto the property ladder, the information including credit history, essential. government recently introduced a new deposit size, preferred monthly • Review your credit file. Use an online mortgage guarantee scheme. Launched in repayments and pair you with a tailored credit reference agency to ensure your April 2021, the scheme assists first-time and bespoke solution which meets all of credit history is correct. It’s easy to buyers with small deposits by protecting your needs. forget about any ‘black marks’ on a lenders if the borrower fails to pay. This Our expert mortgage team has credit file – which could result in you will increase the availability of 95% loan- scoured the market to find the best being declined for a mortgage. to-value mortgage products, enabling example deals for low deposit buyers*
loan Purchase Mortgage term initial lender Cash Monthly to Value price (Number of years all interest arrangement Back repayments at 2 year fixed rate) Rate fee
95% LTV £200,000 £190,000 35 3.94% £0 £0 £835
90% LTV £200,000 £180,000 35 3.05% £399 £0 £700
85% LTV £200,000 £170,000 35 2.59% £995 £1,000 £620
*accurate at the time of print if you would like more information on our Mortgage services or would like to find out how much you could borrow, please contact our expert Mortgage team on 0191 260 2000 or email [email protected] www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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Baltal WHITESMOCKS, DURHAM Five Bedroom Detached Home guide PRiCe £1,250,000 EPC Rating E X 5 X 4 X 3
Seldom does the opportunity arise to redesigned and decorated orangery and walk in shower. The family bathroom is purchase such an outstanding residential its amazing lantern style roof which brings fully tiled with tiled floor and a walk-in property situated in one of the most in the natural light. Off the kitchen is the shower and double Jacuzzi bath. sought-after residential locations of new fully fitted utility and boot room with To the second floor the gallery landing Durham City. This detached three storey rear access. The family room has a leads to bedroom three with French doors dwelling has been impressively beautiful walk-in bay window looking out leading out on to the south facing balcony refurbished by the current occupiers and on to the gardens. The spacious lounge with wrought iron railings and has an en- provides luxury modern living features a marble fire surround suite with a walk-in double shower. accommodation within an attractive incorporating marble hearth and inlay Bedroom four has a beautiful outlook period property and set in grounds with living flame gas fire. A contemporary onto the formal gardens and woodland. extending to over half an acre. study with plantation blinds and Bedroom five has French doors leading to The accommodation boasts an elegant downstairs w/c completes the ground balcony overlooking gardens to front reception hallway with feature full height floor. elevation and woodland beyond. windows providing outlook to driveway To the first floor the gallery landing and rear courtyard with fitted shutters. gives access to a sun terrace with timber The breakfasting kitchen provides an open decked flooring. The master bedroom is plan element that has been fitted with an of a generous size with walk in dressing durham extensive range of wall and floor units room, en-suite benefiting from having a 0191 383 9999 with granite worktops, integrated jacuzzi spa bath as well as a Jacuzzi hydro [email protected] appliances, and central island. The main /steam shower unit. Bedroom two has feature of this house is the recently fitted wardrobes and an en-suite with www.bradleyhall.co.uk
32 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE the dOweR hOuse BLAYDON Grade II* Stately Home
OFFeRs OVeR £1,000,000 EPC Rating exempt X 10 X 2 C 20.7X 8 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 The Dower House is a prestigious and Venetian windows with central sash and Metrocentre , one of the largest shopping historical property perfectly located on lattice glazing bars as well as crenelated malls in Europe, offering national retailers, the edge of Axwell Park in Blaydon. This parapets along the roofline. The property restaurants and further amenities. This property offers an exciting and rare offers flexible accommodation and is sizeable property is also within the opportunity to create a truly stunning currently used as three individual catchment areas for a number of family home or to further develop the dwellings or could be restored to one outstanding schools. Blaydon is ideally residence for a number of other uses large residential property. situated for a host of local transport links subject to planning consent. The secluded and semi-rural including the nearby A1, A695 and A694 This spacious home has been in the surroundings of Axwell Park make this as well as a wealth of public transport current owner’s family since 1922 and is property a haven for British wildlife links into Newcastle and the surrounding set within its own estate spanning circa including a number of swans, kingfishers, areas. 2.4 acres. This gothic mansion was herons, foxes and even roe deer. Axwell originally constructed in the 1770’s by the Park also offers a range of communal renowned architect James Paine on facilities including a children’s play area, commission of Sir Thomas Clavering to be tennis court, ornamental lake, woodlands gosforth used as the Dowager House for the and meadows. 0191 284 2255 Axwell House estate. The property is a This stunning home is perfectly [email protected] Grade II* Listed residence with stunning positioned just four miles from Newcastle original features such as the gothic style city centre and just two miles from The www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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WHO CARES? By Cassie Moyse Commercial editor of Portfolio Magazine and head of marketing at Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents
34 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE In marketing, many often fall into the trap of exclusively talking about a company or its achievements. I’m not saying that isn’t great- at the end of the day, how will people now your achievements if you don’t promote it? C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 The awards you win, that big contract that will encourage an abundance of potential clients to follow suit, that key new companies shouting ‘LOOK AT ME.’? appointment that will cement the reputation This is why valuable content is more important than ever. By valuable content, I mean a piece which will help to educate of your business… Stakeholders and or inspire someone in something which they care about. This means we have to think about giving our audience potential clients need to know. But if that something which will benefit them. Find out their pain points, figure out what they becomes your main tactic – it will wear thin. like about your brand, service or product, think about how your business can help and support them. Then they will notice It’s important to think to yourself who actually you. Using tools like Answer the Public to see what people are searching for in search engines to think of your next blog cares and what do they really care about? idea, analysing your website traffic and social media engagement to see where it is coming from and what types of content yield the best results. Listening and It’s not a ground-breaking statement communicate effectively, empathize with monitoring what your audience likes is that people care more about what others others, overcome challenges and defuse vitally important. say about you than what you say about conflict.” Empathizing with others is Two way communication can be taken yourself. It’s human nature. Despite the possibly the most important part of EQ literally too. Great content incites obvious flaws, that’s why when it comes to marketing, PR and conversation, ideally between you and recommendations, Google Reviews, communications. It allows you to your potential client. If someone Facebook Reviews, Trustpilot Reviews are understand their point of view, identify comments on your LinkedIn post, so important. Google rewards the pain-points and create a solution which is comment back, message them, start the businesses with the most presence and hard for your potential clients to resist. conversation. A conversation which could best reviews and it helps with the all If you aren’t listening or asking your lead to learning something new, gaining a important SEO results. customers what they like, then they will sounding board or mentor, a new business Take, for example, the friend, think you don’t care. In the socially partner or client. If someone likes your colleague or family member who keeps awakened generations of Y and Z – this is company’s Instagram post, show your telling you how amazing they are over and important. Many consumers now make appreciation by messaging them back. over again. We all know that person, let’s the decision on a brand based on how it Consumers don’t just want to consume just name them Dave, who never talks will serve their needs or beliefs, how it anymore, they want to be part of the about the stuff that’s important to you. will make their lives better or more conversation, they want a relationship It’s annoying, right? You’re thinking to efficient – what will it do for them? In the with the brands they choose. yourself ‘I wish this person would just insta generation of falsities and an Thinking back to the original point – shut up.’ It makes you feel like they don’t awakening to the intelligence of who cares? Ask yourself this before you care about you, and spoiler alert, they advertising we’re now being encouraged communicate. You may be drafting probably don’t. That applies in marketing, to cut out the toxicity of being something really targeted at a very niche too. overwhelmed with content we don’t audience. If you know them personally, Two way communication is key in need. Following years of increasing that’s great – think to yourself, does this every aspect of life. That includes content streams – the world is now inform, entertain, educate or inspire relationships, friendships, your peers, cleansing. them? If the answer is no, the likelihood is colleagues and it applies to marketing too. Content is available everywhere we that you should rethink your angle, go So don’t let your business be a Dave. turn. We are drowning in it. Email back to the drawing board, think about In developing this, you must have a marketing, blogs, news, social media, what your audience wants and start again. good standard of emotional intelligence of social media advertising, display ads, The odd vanity project doesn’t really go a- your audience. By definition “Emotional Google Ads, YouTube, TikTok, print miss, at the end of the day trust is built intelligence (otherwise known as advertising, outdoor advertising – the list based on your organisations emotional quotient or EQ) is the ability to could go on and on and on and on… What achievements and milestones, but it understand, use, and manage your own makes something stand out now that we needs to be mixed with valuable content emotions in positive ways to relieve stress, are constantly bombarded with that people really care about.
ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 35 Mir rors // S cre ens // S plas hback s // S ho wer s Call 01 91 3 75 8 700 Balustrades // P arti ti ons // Fl oo rs // W or kt ops sales@g lassmir rorsolutions.c o.u k www.glas smirrorso lutions .co.uk LIFESTYLE TESLA MODEL 3
Based in California but dominating the global market, Tesla is an electric automotive company that has quickly gained attention and interest on the world stage. Ranked as the world’s best-selling plug-in and battery electric passenger manufacturer, Tesla now holds the market share of 16% of the plug-in segment,
and 23% of the battery-electric segment of 2020 sales.
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Founded in 2003 by a group of motor, 0-60 mph acceleration in 3.1 undertaken a Tesla transformation on a engineers that wanted to prove that seconds, and 360 mi range in the white, 2021 Model 3, to unlock as much electric vehicles can be faster, safer and worldwide harmonised light-duty vehicles of Model 3’s lavish design as possible. offer a more enjoyable customer test procedure (WLTP), this car is not to Performance 28 fitted the car with 20- experience overall; Tesla released Model be missed. The WLTP figure enables the inch Vossen Wheels, which are handmade 3 in 2017, which is the world’s all-time customer to measure fuel consumption and hand finished, a tinted glass roof and best-selling plug-in electric car. With more and CO2 emissions, ensuring a more rear windows, H&R lowering springs with than 800,000 delivered through sustainable vehicle overall. Tesla’s Model 25mm drop all around and a Maxton gloss December 2020, even a global pandemic 3 excels in all areas with safety, black body kit. The vehicle was finished cannot stop this expanding company from acceleration, all-wheel drive, range, and with a two-stage machine polish and making its mark. the materials that exhibit a favourable treatment with kamikaze ceramic Tesla’s Model 3 encompasses the step towards the future of driving with its coatings, as well as red Tesla rear deck future of stylish, safe, and swift driving. autopilot technology. lettering – creating a stunning luxury Equipped with an all-wheel-drive dual Performance 28 has recently vehicle with an environmentally friendly edge. The luxury automotive firm also fitted a black Factory Model 3 Performance Tesla with Vorsteiner full carbon aero track kit, interior carbon fibre trim, Eibach lowering springs and eibach sway bars, Vossen 21" HF5 gloss black and hybrid forged wheels. Performance 28 is the only firm in the North East which offers such high standard modifications, including bodykits, wheels, springs, handling upgrades, interior modifications, and aesthetic upgrades on the car, with parts from Vossen, Vorsteiner, Novitec, Eibach, Maxton design, Unplugged performance and H&R. Safety is at the forefront of everything Tesla design. Model 3 revolves around an aluminium and steel structure, which is used to ensure maximum strength in every area and to make sure the customer is comfortable and protected. With the
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world’s transition to sustainable energy and Model 3, like Tesla’s other models, is taking positive steps to do exactly that. Model 3 is fully electric, so you will never need to visit a petrol station again. The vehicle is easy to plug in along the way and can do up to 360 mile range without the need to charge. Charging is quick and easy, and with over 20,000 Superchargers placed along well-travelled routes around the world, Model 3 can take you anywhere you want to go with ease. As well as being safe, speedy, and ability to support the weight of two full- fibre spoiler, to improve stability and sustainable, Model 3 also has an autopilot grown African elephants, the Tesla Model aerodynamics when the car is travelling at feature, which Tesla believe is the future 3 passes the roof-crush test with flying speeds of up to 162 mph, is also part of of driving. The vehicle has ultrasonic colours. This vehicle has achieved a Euro the Tesla Model 3’s educated and sensors, 160m of forward-facing radar, New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) thought-through design. and 360 degrees of visibility. The autopilot five-star safety rating in every category. Model 3 has two independent motors features ensure your car to steer, Making the Model 3 one of the securest, for improved redundancy, each with only accelerate and brake automatically within fully electric automobiles available with one moving part to minimise maintenance its lane. These elements enable the car to leading ratings in the NCAP. and maximise durability. Contrasting to navigate while on autopilot, to be As well as being incredibly protected in traditional all-wheel-drive systems, the summoned, to auto park, and to this vehicle, the proud owner can also Model 3 has digital control rotation to the automatically change lanes. expect the quickest acceleration. front and rear wheels, ensuring better Tesla’s Model 3 offers the whole Prepared with 20-inch Überturbine handling and traction control of the package when it comes to owning a wheels and performance brakes, this Tesla vehicle as a whole, encouraging a more luxurious vehicle that is also climate model also has lowered suspension to controlled driving experience for all conscious. enhance the overall handling and weather conditions. performance of the vehicle. A carbon Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the performance28.com
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Bradley Hall is delighted to bring to the lacquered grey sycamore shelf and purchasers, this charming family home residential property market a rare breakfast bar. The ground floor benefits offers easy access to the historic market opportunity for the discerning buyer to from underfloor heating throughout, with town of Morpeth where a range of acquire this impressive traditional semi- premier timber flooring. traditional shopping and national retailers detached family home in the sought after The stylish master bedroom is open can be found, schooling for all ages is Loansdean area. This stunning property plan with a glass staircase leading to the available locally, Morpeth also offers many has been entirely redesigned and vastly en-suite on a mezzanine level with bars and restaurants and leisure facilities, extended to offer a bright open plan bespoke stone vanity sink, walk in wet transport needs are catered for by local contemporary living space for the family. room shower, Villeroy & Boch buses and the A1 trunk road gives vehicle From the entrance hall there is a sanitaryware, Keuco & Hansgrohe access to the region north and south and traditional sitting room with a bay window brassware and finished with Calacatta beyond, Morpeth also has a mainline rail and feature fireplace. To the rear is a large format tiling to the floor and ceiling. station on the East Coast Line to London. spacious open plan kitchen and dining All four bedrooms are fitted with tailored For commuters Newcastle City Centre area with an integrated garden room with in frame cabinetry and lighting design. and Newcastle International airport are roof lantern and bi-fold doors leading to Externally the front garden offers off both approx.18 miles away. the rear garden, both allowing light to road parking leading to the double garage, flow through the room. The fantastic the rear garden has a shaped large patio kitchen boasts an Italian floor to ceiling area taking advantage of the sunny aspect design and was installed by exclusive and is ideal for al fresco entertaining, Morpeth kitchen retailer Pol Kefton. It features a there is also a lawned area with flower 01670 518 518 range of Gaggenau appliances, natural and shrub borders with fenced [email protected] leathered pietra grey marble worktops, a boundaries. bespoke marble sink and finished with a Well suited to a range of potential www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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Bradley Hall is delighted to welcome to flooring throughout consisting of a cinema There is an annex with a furthe r C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 the residential property market this highly room and bar and games room, with fixed bedroom on the first floor with separate impressive five-bedroom mansion screen and overhead speakers, built in bar access through the utility. TBhis ha s an en- Y 23 K 0 recently extended and updated with in and space for pool table, skylight window suite and built-in wardrobe. excess of 5164.3sq ft located within the and folding doors to the rear. This floor Externally, the house sits on a quaint village of Eshott. also provides the lounge with Amtico substantial plot circa 1.37 acres and is On the first floor, the impressive main flooring and French doors to the rear and welcomed by private electric gates. There hallway showcases an oak staircase with dining room, both large rooms providing is also a triple garage and parking for tiled flooring throughout while the ample space. There is also a study and numerous cars. The plot surrounding the spacious kitchen provides a full range of snug area. property is mainly laid to lawn with wall and base units and central island with To the first floor is the master bedroom mature trees. granite worktops, Aga oven and a range of benefiting from an en-suite, walk in modern integrated appliances. The wardrobe and dressing room with access kitchen also benefits from a large utility out onto a private balcony. There are a Morpeth room with ample space for white goods further three double bedrooms, two of 01670 518 518 and access to the garage. which also benefit from en-suite facilities. [email protected] The leisure areas of the house are The family bathroom has a separate accessed from the kitchen with Karndean freestanding bath and shower. www.bradleyhall.co.uk
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Having previously fundraised and donated almost £70,000 to local charities including Daft as A Brush, British Heart Foundation, and St Oswald’s Hospice, the firm is excited to see what they can achieve going forwards. Group managing director, Neil Hart, in the minutes silence as a display of a vivacious combination of activity, noted that, “We are privileged to be in support and solidarity. Similarly, many support and development that reflects the position to be able to continue to staff members took part in Marie Curie’s the needs of young people in the North offer support to charities through Virtual Great North Run or the 1.3 East and makes a positive difference in sponsorships, and I would encourage Challenge, which was a collection of their lives. anyone who is in a similar position to do fundraising events that offered an Similarly, the firm has sponsored rugby the same, as these donations and alternative way to raise money if running club, Newcastle Falcons and recently supportive actions are a salvation to many was not the staff’s forte. spoke to captain William Welch about his organisations and sports clubs.” Bradley Hall is also supporting local time at the club, and what the last year, The Marie Curie Newcastle hospice charity, NE Youth, and are the official amid a global pandemic, has meant for offers aid and support to around 1,000 sponsors of its annual corporate clay sport as a whole. The firm believes that people with a terminal illness every year. pigeon shoot. Formerly Northumberland sport is incredibly important for our local The charity also extends their assistance Boys Clubs/Clubs for Young People, NE communities. Not only does it teach to the families and friends of those Youth is the North East’s leading youth young people about the valuable skill of affected. Donations and fundraising help advancement charity supporting young commitment but is also encourages an to fund 24-hour care for those staying at people and adolescent organisations, in understanding and appreciation for hard the hospice, as well as around 20 visitors a the communities where they live and work and rules, all while, maintaining both day who attend clinics and support work. With a strong history of practical physical and mental health for people of sessions. All branches of Bradley Hall got support for youth clubs and services, as all ages. involved with Marie Curie’s National Day well as their ongoing work with young of Reflection in March 2021 and took part people, the charity continues to maintain 44 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE THE SCIENCE OF SUN CREAM Portfolio discusses the science behind safe sun care and the reasons we should be incorporating it into our everyday routines. Using sun cream daily is like flossing our important to understand what our skin teeth, we know it is important, but we needs protecting from. have not yet mastered incorporating it UVA rays are one of the biggest into our daily routines. Sun cream is a contributing factors to skin ageing. brilliant way to protect your skin while Present all year round, UVA rays can just protection from the sun, it is also a keeping it healthy, youthful, and wrinkle- penetrate through clouds and glass. UVB strong anti-ageing product. According to free. Although you may have awful on the other hand is much more The World Health Organisation, up to childhood memories of being lathered in seasonal, its intensity varies depending 90% of the visual changes commonly a sticky lotion and being told it is there to on location and time of day. UVA attributed to ageing may be caused by protect you; there is now a wide range of protection is rated by a star rating of 1-5. sun exposure. If that is not a reason to more convenient sun cream options to These ultraviolet rays could cause incorporate sun cream into your daily make incorporating it into your routine permanent damage to your skin if not routine, then we are not sure what is. simpler than ever before. protected properly. They also noted that, although some Humans need time in the sun; our Sun care products are used to combat moisturisers and makeup products do bodies need sunlight to help us create the UV rays and they are listed in a few contain some form of SPF protection, vitamin D. Although vitamin D is different ways. Understanding the they tend not to be as effective as specific absorbed through our food, a lot of it is terminology that accompanies these sun care itself. Many of these products do produced due to a chemical reaction in products is necessary to recognise how not contain UVA protection and are not our skin that relies on the energy from protected you may be. If a product is water-resistant. Similarly, it should also ultraviolet rays (UV rays). If you are not listed as being a broad spectrum, this be observed that facial sun cream has a getting enough vitamin D you can means it will act as a shield against UVA different formulation when compared to become susceptible to diseases such as and UVB rays. If a product is listed as that of sun cream meant for the body. rickets and osteomalacia, which can lead being water-resistant, this means the skin The skin on our faces tends to be more to soft and weak bones. will also been protected in water for a sensitive than the skin on our bodies; as a Time in the sun is important but specified duration of time. SPF, or Sun result, facial sun cream is formulated to keeping our skin protected when doing so Protection Factor, is a numerical element cause less irritation and not trigger acne. is essential. In 2019 Cancer Research UK that provides information on the level of With all of the knowledge you now discovered that skin cancer rates had protection provided. For instance, a have of the best ways to protect your soared by 45% in 10 years. Their research minimum of SPF 15 or 30 is skin, we have collated a list of the best also showed that 9 in 10 cases are recommended for everyday wear. and more prestigious sun care products preventable by wearing a high SPF. In Physical sun cream is a product that will on the market. order to become more aware of how to most likely contain titanium dioxide and slow the rate of skin cancer cases, it is zinc oxide, these products provide a 1. REN Clean Screen Mineral physical barrier on the skin that reflects Mattifying Face Screen SPF 30, £32 against UV rays. Chemical sun creams 2. Sisley Super Stick Solaire contain substances that protect the skin Tinted Sun Care, £76 by interacting with and absorbing 3. La Mer UV Protecting Fluid, £80 ultraviolet energy. Both are 4. Tom Ford Face Protect effective, but chemical sun Broad Spectrum SPF 50, £60 creams have a higher chance of causing irritation if you 5. Shiseido Face and have sensitive skin. Body Lotion SPF 30, £34 Sun cream is 6. Zelens Body Defence useful for Sunscreen SPF30, £55 more than 7. Chantecaille Ultra Sun Protection SPF 4,5 £86 8. Saltee Body Sea and Sun Lotion SPF 30, £32 *Prices were sourced from various websites. Now that your science lesson on sun care is complete, we hope that you are confident enough to begin using sun cream in your daily routine, and that you are ready to reap the benefits in the long run. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 45 LIFESTYLE MICRO NEEDLIN G- WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Lucie Royer, owner and lead practitioner at Studio Aesthete is passionate about the skin and the soul. The word aesthete is defined as meaning a person who is appreciative of, and sensitive to art and beauty, and Lucie focuses her business on exactly that message. Based in Newcastle and Sunderland, Studio Aesthete offers a range of non-surgical cosmetic procedures and advanced facials including injectables, lip augmentation and micro needling. Lucie considers herself a specialist in creates tiny punctures at a controlled level able to produce up to 400% more ensuring people feel their best, inside, into the skin, as a result of this the body collagen and elastin for up to six months and out. With an education in personal naturally responds by repairing the after completing the treatment. This training, as well as being a qualified damage, creating new, youthful, plump treatment is a celebrity a-list favourite and mental health nurse, Lucie took her looking skin. The method is also brilliant is incredibly popular with stars such as education further afield through various at assisting with acne scars, stretch marks, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, placements and has since undertaken as well as tackling fine or deep wrinkles. Gwyneth Paltrow, Kim Kardashian, and advanced aesthetic training. She has also The most popular and cost-effective way Demi Moore. Studio Aesthete are keen to travelled all over the world, and by doing of doing this is via a dermaroller; however, get to know you and your face, to help this has begun to understand more about a dermaroller provides cosmetic micro reach your aesthetic goals, and with micro her own personal desire to help and care needling results, which deliver an needling available from £95 what do you for others. Through all of her experience outcome that are not as penetrative as have to lose? and learning, complemented by her keen receiving a medical micro needling interest in aesthetics, Studio Aesthete was procedure, such as the one on offer at www.studioaesthete.co.uk established. Studio Aesthete. Studio Aesthete specialises in Micro needling will leave your skin instagram: @_studioaesthete injectables and medical facials, including looking plump, pink and luminous, and micro needling. Micro Needling is a with the right aftercare the results can last minimally invasive treatment that can be longer. Aftercare for this procedure is used all over the body. From your scalp to quick and easy. All that is required is the your ankles, this treatment is proven to use of gentle cleansing products and tepid improve the appearance of scars, water for the first 72-hours after receiving encourage hair growth, and to boost micro needling, then gently dry the skin as collagen in the skin. The procedure works you would normally. via the insertion of very fine, short According to a 2008 study, when the needles into skin, in order to assist in the skin is treated with four micro needling rejuvenation process. Micro Needling sessions spaced one month apart, it is 46 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 47 RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY At Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents we have enjoyed a period of significant success for our clients. Properties are selling quickly and often achieving higher than asking price. Demand is currently outweighing supply, and we need more stock for keen buyers across the North East. Our team of experts offer an unrivalled service and prioritise our clients’ requirements – resulting in achieving an efficient sales process. Take a look at some of the properties which we recently sold. ld O s s O ld Chevallier Court, durham £1.2m ashbrooke, lesbury £995,000 s O d l l d O s dukes Meadows, Brancepth, durham - £895,000 grafton house - £1.25m ld O s westfield, hepscott, northumberland - £775,000 48 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE s O ld C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 ld O s house two, the Coach house, gosforth - £750,000 Runnymede Road - darras hall £1.695m s O ld d (s t l C O ) s River Barn, low Burnhall Farm, £825,000 woodfield lodge, langley Moor, £875,000 s O d l l d O s Magnolia house, washington, £850,000 grangemoor house, scots gap £895,000 For more information visit www.bradleyhall.co.uk ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 49 TRAVEL SUPERYACHT YOUR SUMMER STAYCATION With the end of one of the most trying periods in modern day history in sight, the roadmap to freedom has now been established and the return of adventure is on the horizon. 50 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE TRAVEL Privacy The passengers are ones you’ve chosen, no need to mingle with anyone else. Exclusivity The yacht’s size allows you to reach more remote areas – hidden coves and exclusive restaurants off the beaten track. Enjoy your own private party every evening. Your own private chef Eat what you want, when you want it! Most yacht chefs undergo formal training, with many coming from careers in Michelin-starred restaurants. They strive to use fresh local ingredients, reducing travel miles and increasing flavour. Crew to guest ratio With this in mind, it is time to give your You can expect plenty of crew to assist summer staycation a revamp and head to WHY CHARTER A you and ensure you have an amazing the ocean for the ultimate luxurious break experience on board. Crew often have on the waves. Why wait for the rest of the LUXURY YACHT? specific skills such as qualified watersports world to reopen when you can gain instructors, drone pilots or even spa exclusive access to some of the world’s therapists. best anchorages right here in the UK from Freedom the luxury of a superyacht? You can go anywhere, whenever you Water sports In the past you may have thought want. Chat to your captain every day Your yacht comes equipped with world- chartering your own private yacht was an about your itinerary, they are locals and class water toys from inflatables, slides activity reserved for the rich and famous, seasoned experts in the area, they can and paddleboards to wakeboards, jet skis but the switch from a cruise to your own personally recommend activities and and flyboards! If your yacht does not carry private luxury charter might cost you less destinations best suited to your party. a particular toy on board, hire can easily than you would think. be arranged. If you have a few close friends that you Flexibility would love to sail away with, an ocean Create your own itinerary. If you want to escape instantly becomes more affordable Once in a lifetime stay longer or cruise to an alternative as you split the cost between your party. destination, you can. Enjoy cruising experiences By creating a bubble with your group, you without time restrictions. The freedom a yacht charter provides can enjoy the best a yacht charter has to means that you and your crew can offer in a risk-free environment. embrace spontaneity and react to life itself. A dolphin is sited nearby during breakfast? Your captain can follow and cruise alongside! A remote and secluded beach is sited? Anchor offshore and your crew will prepare a sunset beach barbecue! Choice Whether you prefer opulence and glamour or clean and contemporary styling, choose a yacht style that suits you and your party from an impressive UK fleet. Safety All crew are trained in covid-safe sanitation measures, yachts are deep cleaned before each new party steps on board, with tests carried out where necessary. Money back guarantee We all need a little extra flexibility at the moment, so we’re offering stress free bookings – If you need to reschedule or cancel your charter due to unforeseen covid 19 related circumstances we will make it easy for you to do so. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 51 TRAVEL THE FINEST UK landscapes of the West Coast – the DESTINATIONS scenery in Scotland will quite simply take your breath away. The British Isles are home to some wild Discover the extraordinary Outer and wondrous anchorages, from the Hebrides, an archipelago of over 200 glittering waters of the south coast of islands. On land head out for a hike, England, to the rugged outcrops of discovering ancient, abandoned villages, Scotland in the North. castles and endless greenery and rolling Whichever destination you choose to hills. visit, get ready to see it from a whole new spectacular locally caught seafood, or Return to your luxury vessel in the perspective from the water. head back to your luxury yacht and enjoy evening and enjoy freshly prepared local a gourmet meal prepared by your produce, your favourite dram of Scottish South coast onboard chef. whisky from the day’s distillery tour and Dress to impress and visit the The South Coast of the UK is filled with let your imagination unfold as you view glamourous waterfront establishments for awe-inspiring natural landscapes, from the starlit skies overhead and listen to the music and your favourite sundowner, or the towering white clifftops of the Jurassic melodic sounds of the gentle waves stay on board and enjoy your own private Coast to the tranquil turquoise marinas of surrounding you. party with loved ones. Cornwall and Torquay, or the ‘English Riviera’ as we prefer to call it. Prices start from £5000 for an all- Explore charming seaside towns at Scotland inclusive day charter for up to 12 guests, leisure and visit the UK’s best Blue Flag Get ready to experience some of the most for more information on prices and beaches where you can sunbathe or get remote and remarkable cruising grounds packages get in touch today. involved in watersports. Discover amazing in the world, from the rugged outcrops of restaurants, each menu a bounty of the Isles of Mull and Skye to the dramatic Contact: geoff Moore +44 790 383 2966 geoff[email protected] www.westnautical.com ig/FB: @westnautical 52 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS BRADLEY HALL SET TO MARKET STUNNING NEW APARTMENTS FOR KEY SITE C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 ON NORTH SHIELDS FISH QUAY B Y 23 K 0 Construction work is getting into full swing this week on a high specification £10m development of apartments on the North Shields Fish Quay, looking east over the River Tyne to the pier walls. Experienced developer Ian Stewart is benches for public use facing Clive Street. re-invest in our development programme leading the ‘Shepherds Quay’ project to Womble Bond Dickinson law firm has elsewhere in the region which will deliver build 49 apartments and one townhouse advised the partners on the land around 500 new affordable homes this in three complementary blocks on the acquisition and wider work surrounding year.” site of a former rubber factory on Clive the joint venture. Lewis McNicholas, senior manager in Street. The completed homes will be Ian Stewart said: “Shepherds Quay development finance for Homes England, marketed by Bradley Hall chartered will be a stylish development that sits said: surveyors and estate agents. right on the riverfront in an area that “Accelerating housebuilding remains a The homes are being funded through offers cultural experiences, vibrant top priority for the Government and a joint venture which brings together Mr restaurants, bars and coffee shops with through the Home Building Fund, Homes Stewart’s UKQ Clive Street vehicle with something for everyone to enjoy. England is able to support SMEs to Next Level Developments (part of “I am delighted that it is finally under unlock sites for development. This housing association group Karbon way and believe that it will add funding will support Ian Stewart and Homes) and the government’s Homes significantly to the area by providing Karbon Homes to regenerate this England agency. quality homes in the most attractive of brownfield site and support the wider Mr Stewart, formerly of SIlverlink settings.” regeneration of the iconic Fish Quay.” Property Developments, has brought the Sarah Robson, development director funders together to make the project for Karbon Homes, said “It’s a great For more information call 0191 284 2255 happen, and guided the development opportunity for Next Level Developments or email [email protected] through the planning process. to get involved in this ambitious, high The three blocks of apartments have quality development. been designed by Newcastle-based “This is a first class site which we’re Napper Architects. They will sit in confident will provide fantastic homes landscaped grounds, with off street with amazing views. Supporting a market parking, and an attractive frontage with driven project like this means Karbon can ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 53 COMMENT STRIKE WHILE THE IRON IS HO T- Why Leeds is hotspot for investment. By David Cran, Director at Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents 54 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE Leeds is seeing ongoing inward investment C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 and substantial growth in various sectors including media, high tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. The city used changing swiftly and significantly. Factors of technology and climate change have always been with us, but there are centre continues to see high profile and now other issues, like the rise of working from home and the increased need for substantial office lettings reducing grade A safety, to consider, which will lead to a fundamental change in the design and purpose of new builds. This will be office vacancies to sub 5%. especially applicable to offices”. Caddick Developments, a company Being the UK’s fastest growing city, meaningful and collaborative work, that specialises in the acquisition, and a key player in the city region with a resume as part of our everyday lives as development, construction and £64.6 billion economy, Leeds’ combined soon as is possible safely. management of residential, industrial and population of three million and workforce There has been an extraordinary regeneration projects, discussed their of 1.37 million appears to have no interest in office space across Leeds over focus and logistical plans for the future. intention of slowing down. Within the last the last year, despite the challenges posed Managing Director, Myles Hartley, noted ten years, Leeds has become home to by Covid 19. A real fight has occurred for the ways in which the company plans to dominant corporations such as Channel 4, quality space that promotes employee’s remain resilient going forward. HMRC, NHS Digital and Sky with the BBC positive mental health and wellbeing. “Agile delivery will be key to the recently announcing plans for substantial Leeds is one of the UK’s dominant success all developments, and with a investment and noted enquiries for a new commercial strongholds, with office stock strong end-to-end offer which sees British Library and a new pharmaceutical of over 20 million sq. ft. The Leeds office Caddick Group companies collaborate to lab, both located in Holbeck. market saw total take-up of just over one streamline the planning and development The city’s economy grew by 34% million sq. ft. in 2019, set against the process, we’re in a prime position to during the last decade with a forecast of wider UK political and business deliver this much needed space”. 21% growth over the next ten years. The uncertainty of the Brexit deal. As well as office space, Leeds has relatively limited speculative development Owing to a strong level of occupancy cultivated considerable growth and has resulted in limited new build being recorded in the city over the past interest though other avenues of residential, office and warehouse space in few years, which has led to most of the commercial development. The city has a the city region which is driving rental and existing Grade A office space being growing ‘knowledge’ sector, supported by capital values up. occupied, traditionally this would be the Innovation District, focussed around Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and considered a problem. Yet, as we move its leading academic and teaching Estate Agents has launched its Yorkshire towards a more flexible approach to the institutions including the University of office with a base in Leeds as part of its working week, it appears that the struggle Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds Northern expansion plan. The firm has for quality space is a more extreme than Teaching Hospital Trust and Leeds Arts appointed director David Cran to oversee the battle for quantity. Office space is still University. the operation which offers commercial very much in demand in Leeds, but it With the government announcing that services including valuation services, lease seems significant that the Coronavirus the HS2 high speed rail line will go ahead renewals, rent reviews, commercial pandemic has brought the change in how in full, Leeds stands to benefit agency and land, development & new we work, with a more flexible approach, substantially resulting in immediate homes. to the forefront of our minds. inward investment focussed on areas set As we prepare to re-enter the business James Scott of Muse Developments, a to be revived by the new station and sphere away from the comfort of our company that focuses on mixed-use connections to the new Leeds station, homes, it becomes more obvious that development and urban regeneration, as which itself is undergoing substantial offices are essential, not just for the well as a range of major commercial and renovation and improvement with more growth of businesses and for the needs of residential schemes across the country, to come. The new line will create fresh our clients, but similarly for the desires made comment on the commercial relationships from Leeds City Centre to and health of staff members too. Statistics property sector in Yorkshire. Sheffield, Birmingham and London. from Nuffield Health have recently “2020 was dominated by Covid 19 Leeds looks to have a bright future highlighted that 80% of the population in which, coupled with the uncertainty both in the immediate and longer term as the UK have noted a negative impact on surrounding Brexit, has had a largely more government, public bodies and their mental health when working from negative impact on the market. The private firms seek to “north shore” their home over an extended period of time. exception to that is the industrial sector businesses and with the BBC, Bank of Due to this, it is paramount that where the rapid rise in e-commerce has England, British Library and the new environments such as offices, which pushed up rents and hardened yields. national infrastructure bank seeking space encourage the sharing of ideas, as well as Looking ahead, I see the way buildings are within the city now is the time to invest. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 55 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 gROund FlOOR OFFiCe tO let GROUND FLOOR SUITE CHANCERY COURT Belmont, Durham, DH1 1TW Rent OF £30,000 PeR annuM • Ground floor office to let • Eight car parking spaces available • Approximately 3 miles east of Durham • Modern purpose-built office space durham 0191 383 9999 • EPC Rating D84 [email protected] • Close proximity to A690, A167 and A1(M) www.bradleyhall.co.uk 56 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE Luxury d etached h om es s tarting from a s l ittle a s £ 229,950 Three , f ou r a nd fi v e b edroom d etached h omes a vailabl e a t Hardwic k G range , i n t he st unning t own o f S edgefield. Exclusiv e i ncentive s a vailable , g et i n t ouch t oday t o fi n d o u t m ore. More o f w hat m at ter s T OL ENTHOM ES.CO.UK NEWS BUILDING SUNDERLAND’S FUTURE More than 7,000 homes are set to rise from the ground in Sunderland in the ten years to 2030. The vision – to build a range of attractive properties that will entice more families to this seaside hotspot – is part of a wider ambition to establish this dynamic young city as an exciting place to live, work and play. The man charged with delivering against the city’s ambitious housing plan is Executive Director of City Development at Sunderland City Council, Peter McIntyre, and, as Portfolio discovers, he is wasting no time turning the vision to a reality. “Housing is fundamental to our vision for Sunderland,” says Peter. “We are developing fantastic infrastructure to attract more businesses to the city – from Riverside Sunderland, to the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) and Hillthorn Park, there will be thousands of new opportunities for people to work in Sunderland – and we want to capitalise on that, delivering sustainable communities where people want to make their home, and where our residents enjoy a happy, fulfilled life. “We have some fantastic natural assets in Sunderland – from our open green spaces, to miles of beaches – and with a programme of regeneration underway, we’re adding to them with more and better leisure facilities that will make this a yet-more attractive place. “Adding high-quality housing is the final piece in the jigsaw, so convincing private housebuilders to invest in Sunderland is being made more and more biodiversity and provide community application earlier this year for a 179- compelling, thanks to the rest of the work spaces for residents to enjoy. home scheme. we’re doing to drive the transformation of Potters Hill, which is being delivered in Just a stone’s throw away, Burdon is Sunderland.” phases, is one of the most exciting transforming too, with proposals for more And the progress is evident locations currently being transformed into than 950 homes approved in March. everywhere. South Sunderland Growth a vibrant new community. Miller Homes A consortium of developers Area (SSGA) is one of the key focal points was the first developer to move forward comprising Taylor Wimpey, Persimmon of residential development, boasting on site, and has been quickly followed by and Story Homes submitted a planning excellent connections and acres of land Story Homes, which has committed an application that will see 890 homes built that is now being transformed to provide overall £63m investment across the city on land North of Burdon Lane - 532 of around 3,000 high quality new homes, that will see them build 450 houses at which will have detailed consent and a surrounded by stunning green parkland sites including Potters Hill, and Duchy further 358 which will have outline that is being sustained to enhance Homes, which submitted a planning approval. A further 60 homes are set to 58 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS be delivered by Persimmon, under its fundamental in Seaburn, where two new 91 houses and 41 apartments have Charles Church brand, on adjacent land at communities are progressing at pace. been designed by architects Proctor & Burdon Lane. Miller Homes and Avant Homes are both Matthews and MawsonKerr and will The new community - the largest new on site, simultaneously developing provide spacious eco-friendly smart residential development to be approved attractive family homes that stand on the homes, built using modern methods of since Washington New Town - forms the city’s beautiful coastline, which itself has construction, that will include a variety of next phase of ambitious development in enjoyed a resurgence with a new inn with amenity spaces, including terraces, the South Sunderland Growth Area, and rooms and the STACK leisure and courtyards and communal gardens. will deliver high quality and affordable entertainment venue now creating a point The scheme represents the start of homes that increase the housing choice of arrival that adds real vibrancy to the one of the four attractive new available for growing families and younger seaside. communities that will rise from the people establishing themselves on the “Seaburn is naturally spectacular. ground over the next decade. property ladder. Houses in the area command a premium, The ambition is to create a world-class The scheme will include a mix of house because they offer a way of life that is new place to live in the heart of the city, types, from two to five bed properties, really special. A beach for a garden, if you with Riverside Sunderland eventually and 10 per cent of those built will be like. We’re looking forward to achieving becoming home to 2,500 new residents ‘affordable’ homes. The development will something very different, but just as and 10,000 workers, who will bring with preserve and enhance swathes of green desirable in the city centre, at Riverside them spending power that will boost the space totalling more than 21 hectares – Sunderland.” economic fortunes of the city centre. supporting healthy and active lifestyles Plans for the first of 1,000 ultra- “Riverside is the pinnacle – when our and maximising biodiversity. sustainable smart homes to be built at vision for a dynamic, healthy and vibrant “The trick with housing is to ensure it Riverside Sunderland are already Sunderland all converge. The vision is is complimentary to the surroundings, and advancing. An application for the first 132 hugely ambitious, because this city is that it responds to the natural properties - a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom special and it deserves homes that are environment sensitively. The assets of new homes - on land that enjoys too.” Sunderland are its stunning open spaces, panoramic views over the city riverside, and that’s something we’re determined to was approved by Sunderland City Council preserve. in March, paving the way for the first “We recognise the need to create tranche of housing to be completed by sustainable new communities in the city, 2023, in time for the Sunderland Future but we do not want them to strip away Living Expo, a public event that will the things that make Sunderland a special showcase a new way of city living and the place. That’s important,” says Peter. transformation of Riverside Sunderland And that same approach has been into a vibrant place to live. www.riversidesunderland.com ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 59 NEWS THE INN COLLECTION GROUP SURFS IN WITH NORTH TYNESIDE DEBUT ON TYNEMOUTH SEAFRONT Northern pubco The Inn Collection Group has made its North Tyneside debut with the acquisition of iconic art deco site The Park Hotel at famous Longsands beach. The expanding pubs with rooms group stunning places to eat, drink, sleep and Inn in Ambleside, Cumbria, last month. has completed on the 53-bedroom venue explore from in outstanding locations The Alchemy-backed group, which is on Grand Parade, Tynemouth in an across Northern England. supported with banking from OakNorth, undisclosed deal that brings its estate to “We’re excited to have established a will continue to roll out its ‘buy and build’ 21. new presence in North Tyneside with a freehold growth plans. With sites in Northumberland, County site as unique and dynamic as The Park. It The Inn Collection Group is preparing Durham, Teesside, Yorkshire, Cumbria, has been a long-term target and we are to reopen its trading sites on 17 May and Lancashire and Wearside, completion on looking forward to developing the site has launched a 200-job recruitment The Park gives The Inn Collection Group with a view to maximising the campaign ahead of its sites reopening. Its an enhanced presence across the North opportunities presented from its location, Eat, Drink, Sleep and Explore pubs-with- of England. potential offering and local environment.” rooms brand includes food and drink Managing director of The Inn The Park will remain closed in the venues that are open daily, all year round, Collection Group Sean Donkin said: “We short term while a complex with serviced AA Gold three and four-star are absolutely delighted to be welcoming redevelopment of the site is planned accommodation. The Park into our pubs with rooms family. ahead of a major investment in the site by The Inn Collection Group were advised With its location alongside one of the the group. by Imogen Holland, corporate partner at UK’s most popular beaches and proximity The purchase of The Park comes after Newcastle-based law firm Ward Hadaway to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, it’s a great fit The Inn Collection Group completed on and Neil Hart, managing director at with our brand, offering customers prestigious lakeside venue The Wateredge Bradley Hall on pre-acquisition diligence. 60 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE CASE STUDY C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 CASE STUDYB : Y 23 K 0 Bradley Hall’s expert Liscensed and Leisure team Bradley Hall was established in 1988 and has been named as the Estates Gazettes Most Active Agent three years in a row; including specifically being the most active in the Licensed and Leisure agents within the North East. The firm has experienced great The expert team at Bradley Hall is success working with a number of the able to provide a range of different 4. Project management - region’s key leisure operators including services to licensed and leisure and we oversee the tendering for the work Inn Collection Group which is continuing operators including; and interviewing of the shortlisted in its ambitious acquisition trail of ‘pubs project management, offering our with rooms’ across the North and the expert advice on who should oversee 1. Demographic report - any development or works. Lake District – resulting in a recruitment these provide an overview of the drive of 200 new team members to competition and the demographic of support its increasing operations. A the area where acquisitions are being 5. Planning services - company growing not stalling with considered. The planning arm of Bradley Hall, BH accelerated strategic expansion plans to Planning & Design, is led by Mark reach 22 sites by 31 March 2021 with the Ketley former head of planning at a infrastructure in place to achieve an 2. Acquisition - local authority and Vice Chair of the estate doubled in capacity within a two- in the first instance this includes RTPI’s North East branch. The year window, The Inn Collection Group identifying and acquiring sites which established and experienced team of truly is a changemaker in the leisure would be suitable. This includes sites consultants have developed a strong sector. which the client outlines to target reputation across the region and have The Bradley Hall team also provides its specifically or sites and locations that been responsible for the handling of a services to long-term clients Vaulkhard we identify as being of viable interest. number of planning applications for Group which operates some of the most clients in the licensed and leisure established bars and cafes in the region 3. Building surveys - sector. The team specialise in the including Bar Luga Grey Street, Gosforth our specialist building surveying and preparation and submission of and Morpeth, Pacific House, Bealim project management department is planning applications, and have helped House and cafes Central Bean and Blakes. made of experts in full measured a number of the company’s Bradley Hall has also played a part in surveys. Reinstatement costs and longstanding clients achieve success bringing two of the most iconic leisure measured surveys, along with project with refurbishment, expansion and hubs to the North East by supporting management is created on a bespoke, redevelopment projects throughout Danieli Group in establishing both STACK project-by-project basis as some sites the North East and North West. Newcastle and Seaburn as well as the need further or more detailed work growth of The Muddler in Newcastle city than others. centre. For more information on these services, please contact our expert team on [email protected] or call 0191 232 8080. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 61 NEWS MANCHESTER: A VIBRANT AND PROSPEROUS CITY Award-winning Northern property firm Bradley Hall, which was established in the North East in 1988, recently continued in its strategic northern expansion plan into the North West following the launch of its Yorkshire operation in 2019. 62 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 Manchester, Durham, Sunderland, answer for when it comes to the changes Gosforth, Alnwick and Morpeth. in office requirements. Business and The strategic expansion comes at an employee needs have changed exciting time for Manchester as it significantly. The need for home-working continues to be one of the UK’s highest over the past year has resulted in the performing investment cities. The city is a necessity for flexible spaces to suit leading European business destination requirements and the ability to adapt and is reported to have attracted more working spaces as the market continues foreign direct investment (FDI) than any to recover. other city in the UK outside of London. As well as office space, Manchester The most recent reports showed that has amassed significant growth in other Manchester saw an increase of 117% in areas of commercial development, the number of people moving to the city specifically retail, hospitality and than in previous years. The Guardian education. As we all know, these sectors recently reported a 13% increase of those have had an incredibly challenging year, leaving the capital to live in the North of which alongside the growth of online England - 12% higher than it was in 2009. retail has completely altered the It is also expected that by 2025, landscape for this industry. The saving Manchester’s population will total more grace in this situation could be than 635,000, according to a report by Manchester’s vibrant cultural scene Manchester City Council. especially in regards to its events and As a result of this interest and music culture – Manchester has been the migration towards this growing northern birth place of many ground-breaking and powerhouse; commercial developments, internationally recognised music icons particularly office spaces, have certainly including New Order, The Smiths, Stone been on the rise in the area. Manchester Roses, Elbow, Oasis and The Chemical continues to impress on the business Brothers to name but a few. scene with science and technology The city is also a hub for sport and its centres such as Alderley Park, and globally renowned universities encourage The firm has appointed experienced multimedia centres such as Salford’s visitors from near and far. The city property specialist Sasha Williamson as MediaCityUK, which encompass both currently has the largest student associate director to oversee operations BBC and ITV premises. population in Europe and has over 17,000 which will cover areas including The number of young professionals international students, all contributing to Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington, flocking to this metropolitan city has the largest economy outside London. Blackburn, Southport, Burnley, Preston, certainly boosted the amount of It almost goes without saying Stockport, Crewe, Runcorn and Widness. businesses of all sizes joining the Manchester and surrounding areas have The firm will grow its valuation services, enterprise community. During the past experienced a turbulent few years under supporting bank panels, private property year Manchester led office investment the changing economic and political investors and property companies, activity at £325m, while the North West climates - obviously and most notably the individuals for taxation purposes and local market saw investment increase by a huge impact of Brexit and Covid-19. It has been authorities. 46% since 2016. The city boasts a range of noted by many significant businesses in The firm’s success in bank panel modern office schemes including Circle the area that the decisive election result appointments spans Aldermore Bank, Square, Barbirolli Square and The Lincoln, in December 2019 provided relative Together, Lloyds Bank, Barclays, Allica Manchester, and appears to have no optimism and the ‘Boris Bounce’ Bank, Method, Vas Panel, 3PS, Redwood intention of slowing down. triggered activity in early 2020. Bank. Oxford Economics predicts an The property market certainly cooled Sasha joins the firm with ten years of additional 30,000 people will join when the impacts of Covid hit and up experience in the North West and seven Manchester’s digital and creative until May a limited number of years in midlands, including a mix of workforce over the next 15 years. With a transactions completed. The reopening in public and private sector work, general presumed office presence needed for the mid-May saw pent up demand result in an practice property management, majority of these professionals, increase in activity and price growth and valuations, lease renewals and rent supporting this sector by providing best- this vibrant, bustling and prosperous city reviews. in-class working environments will provides much opportunity. Its current The firm adds to its established branch become key in the battle for growing the position almost futureproofs Manchester network of offices across the North’s tech and creative industries and retaining as one of the key locations in the UK for major cities and busy market towns talent in the city. investment, growth and enterprise and including Newcastle city centre, Leeds, That said, the pandemic has a lot to we look forward to this long continuing. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 63 INTERVIEW PANDEMIC REIGNITES IMPORTANCE OF COLLABORATIVE OFFICE WORKING Richard Rafique, Director and Head of Professional Services at Bradley Hall Chartered Sueveyors and Estate Agents 64 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE When the full impact of Covid hit in March C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 2020, there was certainly a fear that the forced B Y 23 K 0 closure of ‘none-essential’ offices could have flexible office spaces for businesses including acting as an incubation center for start ups, with licenses starting from had a lasting negative impact on the sector - three months. SONA Estates has thoroughly considered the needs of the but in fact, it’s had the opposite effect. clients to provide a fantastic business hub which will provide many organisations with an unrivalled opportunity to benefit The more time that passes under a statement to employees last week from short licenses with low, all inclusive, restrictions, the more obvious it becomes saying: "Our plan is to return to an office- rates. The option to occupy a ready-to- that offices are essential not only to centric culture as our baseline. We believe move-into space, choose the option of a benefit business growth and client needs, it enables us to invent, collaborate, and furnished suite, commit to three months but for staff members too. Nuffield Health learn together most effectively." including rent, service charge, insurance recently revealed that 80% of our Chancellor Rishi Sunak has also been and electricity bills from £19 per sq ft. population feel that working from home quoted to say that home working is no When put to the comparison of other has had a negative impact on their mental substitute for an office environment with Grade A offices in the city demanding all health. Othe statistics in its recent report "people riffing off each other" and that inlusive costs of £30-£40 per sq ft, included 25% of those surveyed were "You can't beat the spontaneity, the team Hadrian Newcastle is offering a great finding it difficult to cope with loneliness building, the culture that you create in a incentive for occupiers. and isolation from colleagues, with 30% firm or an organisation from people Larger projects in the city include finding it difficult separating their home actually spending physical time together." Newcastle Helix, the 24-acre innovation lives from their work lives, and over a The chancellor argued that an office quarter which sits alongside the recently- quarter reporting difficulties switching off environment was important for new team completed Lumen. Newcastle Helix at the end of the day or working week. members to learn how organisations represents a partnership between Our corporate mission is to support work. Newcastle City Council, Legal & General our local economy, business and There continues to be new and and Newcastle University, bringing communities with a full-service approach exciting opportunities for businesses to together industry leaders, businesses, and to residential and commercial property. occupy modern and innovative office top researchers to form an internationally Our vision is to work hand-in-hand with spaces which are designed with renowned innovation cluster. key organisations and people to support collaboration and growth in mind. A Councillor Ged Bell, Cabinet Member for the ever-evolving built environment of testament to the importance of office Employment and Culture at Newcastle our region, making it a consistently better working is the recent move for one of the City Council said: “In challenging times place to live, work and socialise. Part of region’s leading housebuilders, Story Newcastle Helix is playing a vital role in this vision includes maintaining a passion Homes, which has now occupied the the recovery of our economy - fostering for championing successful office working ground floor at Scotwood House. The innovation, attracting businesses, and being the foundation of our culture and space was recently purchased by a local creating jobs for those who live and work economy. consortium and was refurbished in a in our city.” Take, for example, the coffee on the multi-million pound project to bring The above list fantastic opportunities commute, business or colleague lunches better office facilities to businesses based for businesses of all sizes in just Newcastle in closeby restaurants, after work drinks, in the region. We were delighted to utilise alone, with endless opportunities the life-admin tasks we do on a break and the full-service Bradley Hall approach on cropping up across the North as a whole. the public transport we take - all of these the Scotswood House project, from As a business with an established branch acitivites create and maintain direct, sourcing the building to negotiating the network, we are enthusatic about the fact indirect and induced jobs and businesses, purchase, providing a building survey as that the best work stems from being in an particularly in hospitality and retail. well as lettings and property office environment. Our response to the The office sector is undoubtedly management. We look forward to short-term initial government-enforced changing and it remains vital for modern welcoming more local businesses, closures in response to Covid-19 was to working environments to provide safe and specifically exciting start-ups and SMEs to extend our hours of communication with flexible spaces. Environments like this the upper floors of Scotswood House our clients, but we were certainly encourage sharing ideas, meaningful and which is now home to Riverview Business passionate about reopening our offices productive conversation and collaborative Centre. again as soon as we could, whilst working. The lack of office working has Another exiting project within obviously following Government made many businesses recognise that Newcastle city centre includes Hadrian guidelines. Our business is built on a collaboration is key to growth. Newcastle, a multi-million-pound culture of hard-work, agility and tenacity, Even the global tech-giants like Newcastle business hub are redefining so whilst the pandemic presented Google, Facebook and Amazon, have now traditional commercial property leases to challenges, we are proud to have gone on record encouraging staff to make city centre occupation more continued in supporting our clients with a return to the office or at least a hybrid accessible to SMEs. The £5m project by high level of service and found solutions approach to working. Amazon also issued SONA Estates will offer bespoke and to deliver on many projects throughout. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 65 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY tOwn CentRe RestauRant PReMises tO let 4 MARKET C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 PLACE B Y 23 K 0 Morpeth, NE61 1HG Rent OF £50,000 PeR annuM • Total size of 288m² (3,100ft²) • High footfall location • Awaiting EPC Rating • Licensed premises • May be suitable for a variety of uses with Use Class E newcastle 0191 232 8080 [email protected] www.bradleyhall.co.uk 66 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE COMMENT Local law firm supports feeding families By Jacqueline emmerson Award-winning law firm Emmersons Solicitors is continuing its support of local charity Feeding Families, an organisation which provided 140,000 meals to people in need throughout the North East in 2020. From the beginning of the pandemic in delivered to Feeding Families. appreciated. We rely on local people and March 2020 until the end of the year the Emmersons Solicitor’s dedication to organisations to donate to support local charity delivered the meals across the local causes also includes its membership families during this challenging time. region, both to individuals and in to Solicitors for the Elderly, a specialist “Based in the North East of England, partnership with schools, domestic group of lawyers who have pledged to we began through one family helping violence refuges, to the elderly and the ill. make a difference to older and vulnerable another, but now we also accept Managing Director of North East law people, its 20-year relationship with donations from businesses, schools, firm Emmersons Solicitors, Jacqueline SSAFA, which is the Armed Forces charity, colleges, groups of friends, churches and Emmerson, who has supported the its involvement in the Alzheimer’s many more and pack and distribute these charity since it began in 2017, said: “Since Association scheme offering reduced fee gifts to the people who need them most.” the pandemic hit many people have lost work in relation to Lasting Powers of For more information please visit their jobs or been on reduced hours and Attorney, its participation in Cancer UK’s www.emmersons-solicitors.co.uk or call pay and struggled to feed their families. free Wills scheme as well its fundraising 0191 567 6667. Others may have been ill or shielding and for The British Heart Foundation via a will not had any relatives or loved ones to look scheme and homeless charity, Crisis. after them, or been in hospital and had no Emmersons Solicitors is also taking food when they have returned home. A part in Free Wills Month, which brings lot more people are now struggling due to together a group of well-respected a variety of different circumstances. charities to offer members of the public “This charity relies solely on donations aged 55 and over the opportunity to have and has a very small team who are able to their simple Wills written or updated free support those in the community – that’s of charge by using participating solicitors why it is so important for them to gain the in locations across England, Scotland and help that they need in order to support Wales. those who are in need of food packages. Emmersons Will Writing Team have When supporting this charity, you know agreed to take part in this scheme to help that the any monetary donations are the charities involved including Beat going directly to purchasing the food as Cancer Now, Marie Curie, Age UK, British there are very little admin costs of Heart Foundation, Royal British Legion, overheads. Versus Arthritis, Stoke Association, “The charity receives great support National Trust, Guide Dogs, NSPCC, RNLI from local people, and it is uplifting to see and Mencap. the amount of food contributed, however The firm’s work has led to multiple the service from Feeding Families in more awards including the Corporate Social needed than ever. This is why I would Responsibility Award at the Sunderland urge anyone who is able to donate to this Echo Portfolio Awards and its best organisation.” national Small Firm win at the Law Jacqueline and the team at Society’s Excellence Awards and Emmersons Solicitors has promoted the Jacqueline’s Lifetime Achievement Award charity since its launch in 2017, collecting at The Sunderland Echo Women in food donations from individuals and Business Awards. businesses via the firm’s Sunderland and Juliet Sanders, CEO of Feeding Gosforth offices. The firm also recently Families, said: “The continued support arranged for £1,000 worth of food to be from Emmersons Solicitors is really ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 67 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 UNIT 16 QUAY LEVEL St Peter’s Wharf, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1TZ Rent OF £10,000 PeR annuM • Self contained office space • Office & ancillary totalling 37.3m² (401ft²) • Refurbished to an extremely high standard • Attractive marina setting newcastle 0191 232 8080 • EPC Rating D78 [email protected] • Open plan office area with a meeting room, kitchen and WC www.bradleyhall.co.uk 68 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE > Bespoke Cleaning > Commercial Cleaning > Residential Cleaning > Deep cleaning > After Builder Cleans > Hours to Suit Clients > All Staff CRB Checked > Virus Control and Prevention > Weekly, Fortnightly and One Off Proud to support some of the region’s leading organisations Aston Martin, Silverlink | Fentimans Ltd | AMB Packaging, Team Valley | G K C interiors, Gateshead Cussin Homes | Tolent construction | Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents | PCN Any many more commercial, residential and after build clients. Please contact 07947453398 [email protected] INTERVIEW An interview with Catherine Affleck Bradley Hall’s Operations Director and Head of Property Management talks about her career growth, misconceptions about Property Management and the impact that the pandemic has had on landlords and tenants alike. 70 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 talented and knowledgeable surveyors landlord expectations alongside the How has your I’ve come across as their role is so broad a requests and requirements of tenants. career developed specialism. They need to be true general Being the conduit in the landlord and practice surveyors because the services tenant relationship requires us to be level with Bradley Hall? we offer our clients are so much wider headed and be able to work well under I joined Bradley Hall on a temporary than just organising cleaning or dealing pressure. admin contract 16 years ago while waiting with reactive repairs and maintenance. The pandemic has demonstrated that for a Uni course to start, I didn’t even There really aren’t two days the same, the personal, empathetic approach we’ve know what a Chartered Surveyor was at the only thing that’s absolutely consistent always applied is invaluable as we’ve been that point. I was assigned to one of the is that our department is always busy. able to work with tenants to assist them Associate Directors and after a couple of Depending on the level of assistance our in obtaining grants and assistance from months he convinced me to go and talk to clients need and the nature of the the government to keep their businesses the course leader at Northumbria property we offer everything from a rent afloat while in turn allowing them to University. I enrolled on the five year part collection service where we remove the continue to pay rents to their landlords time degree where I did one day at Uni hassle from our clients’ income who haven’t been able to access any such and 5 days a week working at Bradley generation through to a full asset assistance so those cases were win-win Hall. management solution. This can include for everyone concerned. In the last 16 years, save for a brief strategic property advice, lease advice, stint elsewhere, my career has been agency of vacant units, arrange building nurtured as I’ve progressed through the and dilapidations surveys, valuations, How has the past various qualification levels from an admin arranging property insurance, health and year changed Property assistant to assistant surveyor, surveyor, safety compliance and protecting our chartered surveyor then associate landlords by ensuring their properties are Management? director and now I’m the Operations maintained in line with legislative I think there have been positives and Director and Head of the Property requirements. Having to have an in depth negatives in property management Management department. knowledge of property law, be able to brought about by the pandemic. Property Bradley Hall has always fostered a interpret lease obligations, manage management isn’t seen as being as fun or culture of promoting from within and service charge budgets and keep up to glamourous a specialism as agency and as developing talent within the team. The date with case law precedents and I mentioned you do need to be resilient in majority of our surveying staff have changes to legislation requires a broad order to deal with the pace and caseload. started out with us as trainees either on skill set. The last year has demonstrated to our placements or through a structured landlord clients that there is significant training programme such as the one I value in the services we offer. We’re very followed. It’s common knowledge that our What personality traits proud that through working with the MD started as a placement student before make a good Property tenants we’ve been able to maintain rent returning as a graduate and working his collection levels at 85-95% for our way through the ranks to the top. Manager? landlords across the portfolio despite the To make this culture an official part of Firstly, you need to be organised. We look financial difficulties caused by the our company structure, we have recently after approximately 1,300 units for our pandemic. launched the Bradley Hall Talent clients so there’s always a lot going on and Development Programme to formalise the a lot to remember. Having a strategic progression process and through that, in approach to management, as well as the last month, we’ve appointed three robust systems and processes, is essential new members of staff and promoted two to ensure that the properties remain of our Senior Surveyors to Associate compliant and our client’s liability is Director level. mitigated as far as possible. We deal with a range of properties types for lots of different types of landlords, some are What is a common large corporate organisations but many myth about Property are individuals or families who own the properties as investments to provide a Management? secondary source of income. I think there is a misconception about Being able to tailor the service property management as a specialism provided to the individual client that it’s just dealing with tenants’ repair requirements is something we pride to speak to Catherine about and maintenance requests, granted, that ourselves upon at Bradley Hall. The team our Property Management is a part of it. have to demonstrate a high level of service please email My colleagues in the property understanding and emotional intelligence catherine.affl[email protected] management team are some of the most in being able to balance client and or call 0191 232 8080. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 71 NEWS STACKS OF OPPORTUNITY FOR BAR-LOVERS IN THE NORTH EAST If the North East is the place you call home, then you will have heard of one of the Danieli Group leisure and hospitality venues. Whether that is The Muddler, STACK Newcastle, STACK Seaburn, YOLO Ponteland, or YOLO Townhouse in Newcastle City Centre, Danieli Holdings Limited dominates all things hospitality and relaxation in the North East. STACK Newcastle opened its doors to entertainment amenities at both STACK Greek cuisine, Bao Down’s Bao Buns, the public in 2018 and was shortly sites. Throughout the pandemic both of Boojie Burger, The Social Pizza, Sushi Me followed by STACK Seaburn in the latter the STACK locations have been operating Rollin, Texas Smoker, STIXS Korean bowls, months of 2020. Both have been a click and collect food service, but with Thai-Li-Cious and new vendors - incredibly successful as leisure and social the lockdown rules lifting and the Parmogeddon - serving fried chicken community hubs, offering a wide range of reopening of outdoor hospitality from 12 goodness, and SUGAR STACK who will be bars, street food vendors, shops, and April, both venues are now open to the dishing up delicious desserts including public to enjoy their outdoor plaza area. stacked pancakes and loaded waffles. A wide variety of street food is on offer In Seaburn, STACK also provides a at STACK Newcastle including, Acropolis’ large array of dining outlets and street- 72 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS birthdays, work coffee morning meetings, family gatherings, and other special occasions that require that exceptional YOLO Townhouse celebratory feeling. Offering a collection of classic and signature YOLO cocktails, or an array of food vendors that cover a great selection mocktails, YOLO Townhouse has all you of cuisines. From Downey’s Fish & Chips need for a celebration. With a large to Chapos Tacos’ Mexican food, to variety of delicious options on the menu, burgers and duck fries, there is a lot of from starters and sharers, sandwiches and delicious options available. One of the wraps, pizzas and burgers, and a selection traders, Farah's Italiano, serves the of sweet treats; why would you not want traditional Italian street food dish the containers, opening her own beauty to share your special occasion with YOLO Arancini, fresh handmade pasta, and a bar in her home town, specialising in Townhouse? number of seafood dishes appear on their brows, lashes and nails. Another of Danieli Group leisure menu, perfect to enjoy by the coast. When asked about the reopening of venues is The Muddler, located in the As well as presenting lots of tasty both STACK outlets CEO Neill Winch centre of Newcastle. The Muddler focuses treats to the public, STACK Seaburn also commented that, “We are extremely on offering an exquisite selection of Pan- has the Game Cabin, specially equipped excited. It has been a long time coming Asian cuisine, alongside an array of for those of you that love computer and I’m sure our customers will be as unique cocktails, that are exclusive to The gaming, The Little Cakery for all your excited as we are to get back”. Muddler itself. Situated in the beautiful sweet tooth cravings, and Woofs and YOLO Townhouse is another hugely sandstone surroundings of Grey Street, Scruffs Dog Grooming and Dog Supplies successful branch of the Danieli Group. The Muddler offers all of their guests a parlour. They are thrilled to announce that YOLO wonderful array of food, impressive Two new businesses have recently Townhouse are now taking enquiries for service, all within a relaxing and luxurious joined STACK Seaburn, So Smooth Co, larger bookings from July 1st onwards. atmosphere. The Muddler is now open their super healthy smoothies are 100% YOLO Townhouse are also taking for outdoor drinks and lite bites. The natural and give customers a refreshing enquiries for private hire of their rooftop pavement terrace is situated opposite the healthy option following some outdoor terrace that we are sure you cannot wait Theatre Royal and is the perfect spot to activity by the seafront. to enjoy again, as the weather gets enjoy one of their signature cocktails with ARCH by Laura Benson, a young warmer. After spending many months friends, or people watch and appreciate entrepreneur from Sunderland has closed due to the pandemic, YOLO one of the most magnificent streets in the brought her dreams to life from one of Townhouse cannot wait to open their UK. From 17th May, when indoor dining is doors to the public again. These booking permitted once more, guests will get their will be available for engagements parties, first look at the newly renovated extension, which was completed during lockdown, and their full menu will be available including their insta worthy sushi platters. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 73 COMMENT INNOVATIVE RETAIL AND HOSPITALITY, A BUMPER RESIDENTIAL MARKET AND WHY REMOTE WORKING DOESN’T SUPPORT FUTURE TALENT Neil Hart, group managing director, Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 75 COMMENT As the leading commercial and residential property firm in the North, our overall mission is to support local economy, business and communities with a full-service approach to residential and commercial property. Our vision is to work hand-in-hand with key organisations and people to support the ever-evolving built environment of our region, making it a consistently better place to live, work and socialise. Our work extends from selling homes come with company changes, inducting evolving built environment which drives to working closely with large new people into a business, company forward direct, indirect and induced organisations, local authorities, housing growth and career progression and being economic progress - the North has providers and banks, investors and more. able to provide clear and consistent remained resilient, ambitious and prolific. Our services include Commercial Agency, guidance to a team. As new talent starts Development in our cities continues as we Residential Agency, Valuations, Lease to enter each industry, employees start to look forward to pushing on with the North Renewals and Advisory, Property move around and companies continue to becoming an even more vibrant and Management, Building Surveying, Land, grow, it is imperative that they are given prosperous environment to live, work and Development & New Homes, Mortgages all of the tools which equip them to play play. and Planning & Design from our sister a key role in a company, excel in their In Newcastle city centre, the company, BH Planning & Design. career and learn from their peers and regeneration of Pilgrim Street will provide Since the appointment of our new managers – which is only available in a important rejuvenation in the heart of the board of directors in 2015, our approach collaborative working environment. region’s capital. The plans from Taras to business has always been agile - so We are dedicated to nurturing the Properties, the development vehicle of while the climate has been challenging next generation of talent and have the Reuben brothers, will provide a since the pandemic hit, we felt well formalised this in our Talent Development catalyst for the wider transformation of equipped to cope. We instantly took the Programme, which you can read more East Pilgrim Street to replace dilapidated decision to be more accessible for our about on page 84. buildings with news offices, bars, client needs, extending our hours of While the hospitality and tourism restaurants and more. remote availability and keeping clients up market has remained closed for much of We were proud to recently play a part to date with regular communications. the past year, it is thought that pent up in this transformation, facilitating the sale While Covid has shifted how many demand for a break away from home, of Yorkshire Chambers, a 22,000 sq ft businesses will operate, one thing is clear, restrictions on international travel and a office building based on 112-118 Pilgrim people need people and working digitally renewed interest in the great outdoors of Street, which has been purchased by local and remotely stifles individual the UK means that a domestic tourism businessman Andrew Ward. Following the professional and company growth. boom is on the horizon. Holidays abroad completion of the multi-million-pound Remote working helped businesses to as we know them may not return to pre- deal the offices will undergo a significant tick over temporarily, partly due to the Covid normality until 2024, and the investment in its refurbishment. The fact that many workers had already limited options available to the public purchase of Yorkshire Chambers has established workplace relationships and have encouraged people to look closer to become another significant step in the an understanding of their role in a real home, with the expansion of operators regeneration of our city centre. This area working environment. Team members had paying testament to this. Our friends and is set to be a bustling hub for business and first-hand experience of working in their clients at The Inn Collection Group have hospitality and will inject further life into organisations with a good understanding been successful on their ambitious our vibrant city following a challenging of their company’s structure and systems, acquisition campaign, resulting in the time. as well as purpose and vision. addition of several of its famous ‘pubs Meanwhile in Sunderland, its highways In many cases the dynamics were set, with rooms’ to its portfolio across scheme is reported to provide £17.1m the roles of the team were well Northumberland, the Lake District, boost for local SMEs, which is set to rise established and those who weren’t Yorkshire, Wearside, and County Durham. to £21.6m as the project nears furloughed and working from home were The firm now looks to recruit a further completion. The Riverside Sunderland well aware of what was required of them. 200 people to its team. transformation project, a 33.2 hectacres The real challenges of remote working When it comes to our cities and the development which spans the River Wear, 76 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 continues to move forward with more none-essential shops. The UK is creating a average house price increasing by 8.6% than £150m worth of investment significant recovery drive heading into the over the year to February. currently on site which will total £350m summer months. Declining case numbers A significant factor in the heightened by the end of the summer. and the success of the vaccine roll out has activity in the residential market would The last Portfolio front cover was encouraged a confidence in ‘getting back certainly be The Stamp Duty holiday, dedicated to the environmentally friendly to the new normal’. A positive, yet still which continued to fuel the increase in and technologically advanced 1000 home cautious, sentiment rolls out across the house prices. The government’s mortgage development which is a key part of the North, back up by information from guarantee scheme will push demand Riverside Sunderland project. The research firm GfK which recently revealed higher as it attracts first-time buyers back development will create homes for 2,500 that consumer confidence was now at its to the market. There has been some people across four communities and are highest level since before April 2020. nervousness regarding an anticipated set to be showcased at the Sunderland The success of our local retail sector, price correction hurtling towards us like a Future Living Expo in 2023. and similarly in hospitality, has certainly steam train, however, the heightened Moving onto the retail sector, The been thanks to innovation and adapting to demand should ensure that this doesn’t Office for National Statistics recently the market from operators. Consumers no happen. disclosed that throughout March, a longer simply want to buy, they want While we’ve worked incredibly hard on month in which there was only a modest experiences and to come away with a behalf of our clients throughout the relaxation of the curbs imposed across the sense of added value. Operators like pandemic and have been fortunate UK to stop the spread of Covid-19, that STACK Newcastle and Seaburn have enough to be able to persevere retail sales rose by 5.4%. The most recent created retail and leisure experiences for throughout, we’re genuinely excited to be statistics available at the time of visitors to enjoy – and are now reaping experiencing the forward movement in publishing indicate a higher than expected the rewards as two of the most popular our economy and heightened activity increase, which was predicted to be 1.5%, destinations in the region. which will allow us to continue our vision with sales in March 1.6% higher than they In the residential property market, and mission. We’re all sick of saying and were before the pandemic began to have official data from HMRC showed a record- hearing it – but the last year has been a an impact on the economy in February high 180,690 transactions recorded challenge on a multitude of levels, but 2020. This boost is certainly a positive during March, which is double the total in thanks to the dedication and tenacity of indicator of what could be to come. March last year. Separate figures from the our local business community we know March’s robust increase in retail sales Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that our economy can recover. showed that the economy is moving that high demand is placing upward forward even before the reopening of the pressure on property values, with the UK ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 77 NEWS FURTHER GROWTH OF LUXURY AUTOMITIVE SPECIALISTS The region’s leading independent luxury automotive expert is celebrating company growth and expansion in its services as well as the launch of a specialist new website. Durham-based Performance 28 East. with a great digital experience. appointed North East based Allies Group Aidan Sunter, co-founder of “A strong and strategic digital presence to create the platform which has been Performance 28, said: “Performance28 is continues to grow in importance in the created to ensure a high-quality user fast becoming a leading independent current market. We already have a strong experience and to showcase the retailer of sports and prestige vehicles - base of clients from across the country, company’s variety of services. committing to both traditional customer however, the new site will open up The firm, which has a national reach, service and innovating within the digital opportunities to market to a range of new specialises in nearly new and used models marketplace. clients within our key demographic. from the world’s most renowned “The launch of our new website marks “The team at Allies Group did an manufacturers including, Bentley, another milestone for Performance 28 as excellent job taking care of our complex Porsche, Lamborghini, Range Rover, we continue to be an established market brief and our desire for an image centric McLaren, Mustang and Lotus. leader within our field. Allies Group has website that showcases all the fantastic Performance 28 also offers services, supported us in creating a bespoke and elements to our business which includes modification, detailing and is the exclusive impressive website which showcases our Sales, Servicing, Wheels, Modification supplier of Vossen Wheels in the North brand and services whilst providing users and Detailing, while our fantastic 78 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS photographer and videographer Aaron Carlton who helps bring our vision to life.” Entrepreneurs Aidan Sunter and Tony Thompson launched the company in 2018 and have employed seven members of staff since its establishment, while investing over £800,000 in its base, new services, and digital footprint. Tony Thompson, an experienced specialist within the luxury automotive sector and co-founder of Performance 28, said: “We have always been about taking a different path and have been long time advocates of making performance, visual and aesthetic improvements to vehicles – including alloy wheels, suspension and handling upgrades, spoilers, exhausts, interior mods, bodykits and more. “Since launching, the business has gone from strength to strength and we have enjoyed delivering an unrivalled specialist luxury automotive service. We pride ourselves in creating lasting relationships, offering advice and always going above and beyond expectations. Our experience and network of specialists always allows us to be able to provide a comprehensive approach to supporting our client’s automotive requirements. Our expert team and advanced, creative approach often allows us to improve vehicles to an extent that clients receive a ‘better car back’. “The pandemic obviously presented its challenges, however, we have been more dedicated than ever in developing the business and creating an impressive and high standard for service for our clients. Our determination continues to pay off as we experienced a significant surge in purchases in recent weeks and are now looking to welcome even more stock to our showroom.” For more information, please visit www.performance28.com ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 79 INTERVIEW An interview with Will Welch - Newcastle Falcons Bradley Hall is a proud sponsor of the Newcastle Falcons most recent season. 80 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE INTERVIEW Who has inspired you in your sporting career? My dad used to take me to watch all different kinds of sports when I was growing up. We used to come to the Falcons to follow the rugby, and people like Jonny Wilkinson and Matthew Tait were the obvious stand-out players from that era. I also used to go to St James’ Park to watch Newcastle United. It was the ‘Entertainers’ era with Kevin Keegan in charge, and again it’s the obvious kind of people like Alan Shearer that I really used to look up to, with being from the area as well. Other notable characters would have to include Andy Cole and David Ginola, whom I particularly enjoyed watching. that is really important. Through sport you meet so many different kinds of What qualities make a What has been your people from all sorts of backgrounds and good teammate? proudest moment? cultures. You will learn new things just It is hard to simply list one characteristic, from being in that company. There are as the beauty of a team is that there is a Inside the sport I would have to say that also the obvious benefits that come from huge variety of people, each who bringing making my first team debut for Newcastle physical and mental wellbeing when you their own ingredient to the mix. Attributes Falcons, which was down in Newport are involved in sport. From my own side, I such as selflessness and being light- when I was still a teenager. I had grown started playing mini rugby at Northern FC hearted all contribute to a more dynamic up supporting the club and come through in Newcastle when I was really young, and team. I think you need a mix of big the academy, so it was a special night I just loved charging around in the mud characters who bring fun and personality, getting to pull on the shirt for the senior with my little mates. as well as quieter workers who get on side. Away from rugby, it would be the with things, concluding with strong birth of our two sons, Rex and Max. What has been the leading figures who help direct the rest of the players. The main thing is that What do you think are best advice you have everyone buys into the same vision or been given? goal and plays their own part in helping to the benefits of team bring that to fruition. If you are going to do something, do it sport both for players properly, and enjoy it. If you really commit and local communities? to something, that is when you will get What impact has the I think friendship and camaraderie are the the rewards. But do not forget to enjoy biggest things. It is the relationships and yourself, because people are at their best past year had on the fun you have with the people you meet when they are having fun. club and players? It has had a massive impact on every club, in fact on every business. Specifically, for us, the initial period where games were cancelled, and we went for eight months without playing, which was really difficult. Since the resumption of games, I think not being able to have fans inside the stadium has been a huge change. It is disappointing for the players just as it is for the supporters because we thrive on that atmosphere. How do you think the pandemic has impacted the future of sport? Not having fans at the games has really emphasised to us how important our supporters are. Looking to the wider side of the sport, I think it is hammered home the fact that rugby needs to find a more sustainable financial footing. There has to be a longer-term strategy, because you do not know what is around the corner. We want Newcastle Falcons and all the other clubs to still be here in 60- or 70-years’ time, and the pandemic has highlighted the fact that the money has gone a bit wild in terms of what the sport can actually sustain. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 81 NEWS Social Co. directors James Ogilvie, Phil Sutcliffe and Kane Haig MARKETING FIRM CELEBRATES FURTHER GROWTH AND SUCCESS 82 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS A North East based specialist marketing firm is celebrating further growth and success as its founders celebrate a £7m valuation of just one of the arms of the business. Directors of The Social Co. James terms of brand building and influencing a variety of sectors and to advise on any Ogilive, Phil Sutcliffe and Kane Haig opinions. necessary strategic changes to marketing, recently invested in several businesses “Platforms like Facebook and which ultimately play a part in businesses including garden company ATM Outdoor Instagram are always moving forward to survival. For example, the hospitality Living; as well as leading cosmetic teeth improve user experience and create more industry has certainly been hit incredibly whitening company Diamond Whites and opportunities for the business which hard, so it is now more important than the recently launched Diamond Whites choose to market on them. It’s important ever to adapt and stand out from the Aligners. Each of the businesses have to have a strong understanding of how to crowd across several aspects including benefitted from increased turnover grow the following of an account via environment, service offerings and thanks to the marketing expertise of the encouraging engagement and providing marketing.” new shareholders. Successes have interesting content which also supports When the world was forced to close included a significant growth in online the brand personality behind the account. due to the coronavirus pandemic, the firm presence, heightened enquiries and sales, “We work closely with our clients to launched its #weremember campaign, viral social media campaigns, including develop a strategy which will reap which claimed global notoriety as it went celebrities such as of former Love Island rewards. Our team are all incredibly viral online. The campaign was launched contestant and influencer Olivia Bowen as talented and are able to combine their at the beginning of lockdown to inspire for Diamond Whites Aligners. creativity with an in-depth technical positivity and was shared by a large range Diamond Whites Aligners recently understanding of the platforms and an of celebrities including American actress, completed a pre-series a funding round analytical approach to campaigns.” Whoopi Goldberg. The video also which valued the firm at £6.875m. The The firm has expanded its team featured on ITV News and was classified company received £550,000 in funding considerably following a series of as approved content by the United which will secure further significant significant successes in recent months Nations, allowing international growth. including major client wins, while broadcasters access to the footage for James said: “We were delighted to providing innovative social media further use. #weremember touched a apply our experience and knowledge to marketing to more than 300 businesses significant audience and reached over 100 Diamond Whites Aligners and to play a across the UK. With a client base that million views quickly following its launch. part in its significant growth. The covers huge proportions of the UK, as well The campaign also enabled great valuation and funding is the next big as receiving a significant international expansion to The Social Co.’s already milestone for this company as we look to response, The Social Co. has no intentions impressive client base, which now drive it further forward. of slowing down its expansion. From Audi includes a developing collection of local “Social media is something which has & Porsche to large hotel chains such the companies and national organisations become part of our day-to-day lives but is Cairn Group, as well as brands including including Audi, SCS, Spec Savers and the also an essential and cost-effective tool DoubleTree by Hilton, Crowne Plaza and NHS. for many businesses. Managing platforms Hotel Indigo, this marketing company are Kane added: “We’re delighted with the is a task which many companies a results-driven agency determined to success of the Social Co. which couldn’t underestimate in terms of time disrupt your news feed. have happened without the dedication of consumption and in understanding the Phil commented: “The past year has our team. Our ambitious and strategic algorithms which each platform runs on. encouraged huge changes in the growth plan will see us treble the size of Social media management is essential to marketing sector. Consumers needs have our team at The Social Co. and increase fully utilise the opportunities it provides – shifted, as we moved into a time which our capacity to welcome new clients. you could create data collection for required more compassion and less ‘hard- We’re currently looking for experienced important communications, marketing sell’. It’s all about understanding the paid ads executives to join the team as campaigns and creatives shown to key audience, what they appreciate and demand for our services grow. Our demographics and warm audiences using respond to which then develops into our portfolio includes a number of national targeting tools as well as gaining insight client’s needs. and international organisations and we from each campaign to improve “From our launch and especially also remain committed to supporting performance. When done right, it has a throughout the pandemic, it has been regional businesses with innovative high ROI and has a positive impact in important for us to analyse trends across solutions to marketing.” ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 83 NEWS BRADLEY HALL LAUNCHES TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME TO SUPPORT NEXT GENERATION OF PROPERTY EXPERTS Due to the growing demand for a number of our services including Property Management and Commercial Agency we are looking for vibrant and passionate team members to join our ambitious and award-winning firm. The economic conditions which have firm. driven people who are looking for a been created by the pandemic have made In addition to school leavers and rewarding career, to meet interesting it an increasingly uncertain and graduates, we are aware that throughout people, learn new skills and become a key challenging time for the next generation the pandemic many dedicated people member of our dynamic team. of talented and dedicated professionals to have unfortunately lost their jobs, which is Our new team members will play a emerge within the property industry. why we wanted to offer the opportunity part in our vision “To support local This is why we have launched the for the people in our region to ‘reskill’ and economy, business and communities with Bradley Hall Talent Development join an industry which is in need of new a full-service approach to residential and programme, to offer not only jobs, but talent. commercial property. Our vision is to long-term and prosperous careers for We are fortunate to have an work hand-in-hand with key organisations local people. We will offer full training and established and dedicated team of and people to support the ever-evolving guidance for our new team members and professionals, many of whom have built environment of the North, making it are dedicated to developing our team in a climbed the career ladder within the firm, a consistently better place to live, work real-working environment surrounded by including our Group Managing Director, and socialise.” experienced team leaders and peers. Operations Director and Head of Property The Talent Development Programme Management, senior surveyors, estate will also support long-term members of agents and administrators. to find out more, please contact the team to follow a clear progression We are looking for energetic, Catherine affleck at path to becoming senior members of the passionate, tenacious, persistent and catherine.affl[email protected] 84 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE COMMERCIAL AGENC Y BIGGER &BET TER THAN EVER EG’S Ov erall M ost A c v e A gents & Deal Mak er of the Year 2018 | 2019 | 2020 We g et deal s done. www.br adl eyhal l.c o.uk NEWS 86 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS PROPERTY FIRM TOPS MOST RESPECTED LEADBOARD IN INDUSTRY A North East full-service property firm has been announced as ‘The Most Active Agent’ in the region for Investment and Retail deals in the most respected contest in the industry. Bradley Hall Chartered Surveyors and challenging year, this win highlights that communities.” Estate Agents was announced by Estates our dynamic, passionate and dedicated Bradley Hall beat other local firms Gazette as top in the Investment and team can evolve and adapt in order to including Gavin Black and Partners as well Retail categories for deals completed deliver results for our clients. We continue as national agents Knight Frank, throughout 2020. to compete and surpass the national and Sanderson Weatherall and Cushman and This adds to their three-year winning specialist agents which operate in the Wakefield to receive the top accolades. streak as overall Most Active Agents in region. Nicholas Bramwell, senior surveyor at the region throughout 2018, 2019 and “Property industry activity is vital to Bradley Hall, said: “This 2020. The figures are based on Radius maintain a healthy economy, including acknowledgement from EG is another Data Exchange and provide a detailed having a huge impact on employment via outstanding milestone for the commercial breakdown of 2020’s full-year transaction direct, indirect and induced jobs and property team at Bradley Hall. Our volumes on both national and regional spending. It is our priority to get deals success continues thanks to Bradley Hall’s levels and across various property types. over the line not only for us and our growing network, reputation and Group Managing Director, Neil Hart, clients, but for the wider impact it has on presence in the market.” said: “Despite what has been a our fantastic cities, towns, and www.bradleyhall.co.uk Contact our award winning Commercial agency team. neil hart Peter Bartley Richard Rafique nicholas Bramwell Joseph i’anson Group Managing Director Group Director Director Senior Surveyor Senior Surveyor 0191 232 8080 0191 383 9999 0191 232 8080 0191 232 8080 0191 383 9999 ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 87 NEWS IN BRIEF Inside the showroom at Ultimate (Commercial Interiors) Ltd brand new headquarters. award-winning Allan Cook and Paul Salked at the top of the new staircase as one of the sets of concrete steps are lowered into place. Commercial interiors firm announces tolent’s Milburngate the future of opening of 16,000 sq ft development takes our high streets head Office and IT’S been an extraordinary year, that’s for step forward sure! showroom MILBURNGATE has taken a step towards What the future holds for us in the COMMERCIAL interiors firm founded in enhancing pedestrian connectivity in ‘new normal’ is the big question, but out 2002, Ultimate (Commercial Interiors) Durham with the installation of a brand- of adversity often come opportunities. Ltd, have announced their 16,000 sq ft new suspended staircase, which will The retail sector has been decimated & Head Office is now open in West create a direct route into the it’s arguable whether it will ever recover Yorkshire, alongside regional offices in development and the riverside from to where it was pre-pandemic. Manchester, Newcastle and Liverpool. Durham railway station. However, timing is everything. Three Following its completion in October Installed over two days, around 80 years ago, we started work on STACK 2020, purpose-built design hub, The Hive, tonnes of pre-cast concrete steps were Newcastle. What has happened since has has been operating safely on an carefully positioned into place using a been remarkable. It has been a rip-roaring appointment only basis. Featuring specialist mobile crane, which is designed success. STACK has demonstrated that products from over 60 brands, the latest to operate in a confined space and able to leisure developments can be a catalyst to furniture ranges and a dedicated manoeuvre the 14 individual pieces up to revitalising high streets which appear to Materials Lab, the space facilitates around 54m from ground level and have a bit of a bleak future as people specifying projects from start to finish. between the trees on the bank at the rear continue to work from home. Company Owners, Mark Hickey, Mark of Milburngate. We have only recently completed Naisbitt and Dan Platt commented “The This new staircase will provide STACK Seaburn, but can you imagine any Showroom is the go-to destination in the seamless pedestrian access to coastal town not benefiting from such a North for commercial interiors, not only Milburngate, connecting to a walkway development when so many seaside housing the biggest range of products in through the development down to the towns are struggling? Whilst STACK the industry but also the trusted expertise riverside offering uninterrupted views Newcastle was designed as a short term of our team. We want the client across the River Wear towards the spire fix on an empty site, it may be that we experience to be a journey from the of St Nic’s church. have stumbled across a longer term moment they walk into the building. We Allan Cook, Managing Director of solution to the future of the high street are extremely excited to use our unique Arlington Real Estate, the joint venture for many towns & cities. Why wouldn’t space to its full advantage once developer of Milburngate with you want one? restrictions lift.” Richardson, said: “This staircase has always been a fundamental part of the design of Milburngate, connecting the railway station to the heart of the city. We always envisioned the view from the walkway through Milburngate of St Nic’s spire and then, at the lower levels, the stunning views of the cathedral and castle and standing at the top of the steps we can see the first part of that vision coming to life.” Paul Salkeld, Project Manager from main contractor Tolent, said: “This is another important milestone for the scheme as Milburngate continues to take shape. It was a challenge to complete the install in such a tight area, which included the treeline either side of the staircase location, but our specialist lifting team, together with the Tolent project team expertly handled the project. Peter Swift of Dunwoodie Architects, Architects for STACK Newcastle and STACK Seaburn. 88 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS IN BRIEF Residents to benefit from thousands of activity packs A LOCAL charity is teaming up with Barclays to deliver 4000 activity packs to support residents with independent living across Northumberland and Tyne & Wear. The packs, which will be distributed by Rise North East across all six local authorities, will contain items to help maintain and improve strength and balance, such as resistance bands and sponge balls as well as printed tea towels with exercises to do safely whilst the kettle boils. Rise has been chosen as one of Barclays UK’s partners to help deliver their £100m Community Aid Package for the work they do with local communities, supporting the immediate needs of low- income families, those facing financial hardship, and isolated elderly people. Adam Brougham, Strategic Lead for Adult Health and Wellbeing for Rise said: “We’re delighted to be working with our North East residents enjoying Rise activity packs. local authorities to distribute the packs to to exceed financial targets, prompting residents across our region - supporting further investment in talent and a new them in regaining their confidence and HQ. independence through physical activity.” Sales Director, Emma Dodsley, said: “When restrictions came into play, we adapted quickly to offer the high Ben Johnson interiors standards of service that Ben Johnson set for record growth Interiors is renowned for, in a safe and compliant way. 2020 was a significant year despite COVid-19 as we celebrated 10 years of Ben Johnson challenges Interiors, so it was really rewarding to be able to continue with projects safely. YORK & Newcastle-based commercial “The workplace is set for a major interior design firm, Ben Johnson shakeup as we all move back into offices, Interiors, has reported it is set for a record with hybrid-working rising in popularity. growth year, despite the obvious We’re delighted to have worked with Hirestreet founder launches the #rentalrevolution. challenges brought about by the forward-thinking companies embracing pandemic. the change and investing in their Following a surge in projects, with workspaces, ready to adjust to whatever affordability Vs clients including LeoVegas, Shark Ninja, the new normal might be”. Sulzer, Mott McDonald, Spectrum Vaccine sustainability Head to benjohnson.co.uk/interiors for Centre & Epic Games, the business is set “THERE is often a conflict between more information. affordability and sustainability.” Isabella West launched Hirestreet, the UK’s leading fashion rental platform, “to directly compete with fast fashion, not because it was the most profitable sector of the rental industry, but because it would be the most impactful.” 3 years on, Isabella and her team have launched Zoa, the UK’s first white label rental technology enabling retailers and aspiring rental brands to launch their own rental offering and join the #RentalRevolution. “The last 3 years have been a journey to understanding who we want to be as a business and what part we want to play in the future of circular fashion. This business pivot is a natural extension of our focus on making sustainable fashion accessible to everyone”. Earlier this month, Drapers recognised the positive impact that Zoa is likely to have on the fashion industry by awarding Hirestreet the 2021 Recommerce Award. To find out more visit zoarental.com. Ben Johnson Interiors is set for a record growth year. ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 89 NEWS IN BRIEF insecurity mapped onto it and although I don’t think we can solve the problem of climate change, we can be the start of the solution." gym thanks sunderland Council for support A WOMEN’S only gym has thanked Sunderland City Council for its support throughout the pandemic as it reopens to the public. Club Zest Ladies Leisure, which like all gyms has been closed for the majority of the pandemic, will now reopen thanks to the hard work of its owners and support from the local council. For further information visit www.g3architects.com The award-winning gym is operated by owners Holly McBride Donaldson and Jennie Moyse and supports hundreds of gt3 launches virtual going green could local women in achieving and maintaining work experience for support and drive job physical and mental wellbeing. Holly said: “For over 20 years Club students numbers in the region Zest has been helping women from across LEADING architecture practice GT3 Developing Consensus is calling for the the Sunderland and North East area Architects has launched an innovative property and development sector to become fitter, healthier and more virtual work experience for students support the North East England Climate confident. interested in design and the built Coalition and drive forward green and “Covid-19 has provided challenges we environment. sustainable jobs. never could have imagined and it’s been The work experience, which is aimed The coalition, which is currently tough. We’ve had to adapt to the current at students aged 14-18, will last for five hosted by Voluntary Organisations’ climate and have been providing a range days and conducted via Microsoft Teams. Network North East (VONNE), is working of online options for our clients including Students will meet the team, learn about toward making the North East, ‘England’s classes and personal training, as well as the processes behind architecture, Greenest Region’ following its launch. out-door training when restrictions have interiors, and graphic design, and then A report released by the allowed us to. tasked with developing their own project. Manufacturing Technologies Association “Sunderland City Council have been Judith Atkinson, project architect at stated that the necessary move to green incredibly supportive and that, coupled GT3, said: “We’re delighted to launch our could create up to 90,000 new jobs in UK with our determination to keep our clients virtual work experience and hopefully manufacturing and a further 83,000 jobs supported, has allowed us to overcome inspire the next generation of architects. in supply chains, adding up to £20bn to hurdles we never thought we would We know this has been an extremely GDP. experience. difficult year for students undertaking Tim Bailey, Head of Practice at Xsite “We’ve really missed seeing our clients their GCSEs and A-Levels and we hope Architecture and member of Developing and are so excited to be open again. Due that this experience will help them make Consensus, said: “It’s crucial that we take to guidelines we will be running gym-only informed choices about their career. a collaborative approach to climate and 1 to 1 sessions for now, but are “Inviting students in also has big benefits change and one of the fundamental looking forward to introducing our group for us, as we hear fresh ideas and unique reasons for this is to secure the future of sessions and range of classes as soon as inputs into the design projects so we can’t our next generation. The built possible.” wait to virtually host our first students!” environment has never had this level of Club Zest opens again and thanks Sunderland City Council for support Developing Consensus calls for the property and development sector to support NEECCO 90 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 GindRustORiaUl uNnitD tO lFet LOOR UNIT F BRIDGE END INDUSTRIAL ESTATE Hexham, NE46 4DQ Rental OF £11,500 PeR annuM • Total size of 157.9m² (1,700ft²) • Within a popular industrial estate newcastle • EPC Rating D92 0191 232 8080 • Close to Hexham town centre [email protected] • Car parking facilities www.bradleyhall.co.uk ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 91 NEWS KARPET MILLS BUILDS FOR THE FUTURE “This will be a real gamechanger for us” – Karpet Mills pleased to invite customers to new premium flooring showroom after latest lockdown ends Karpet Mills, the North East leading “This will be a real game changer for Carpet and Flooring retailer, are delighted us, and we’re excited for people to finally to announce that all stores are now open get the chance to see it” says Joel. “Our for business again after the latest Designer Flooring Showroom at our lockdown, including the NEW Designer Karpet Mills branch in Hexham has had Flooring Premium Showroom at their great success since its launch in early Kingston Park branch in Newcastle. 2018, so it has always been the plan to All six stores have successfully re- open up further showrooms and expand opened, with COVID measures still in the business. The new Designer Flooring place to help customers shop with showroom will allow us to provide confidence, and early signs have been customers with the largest selection of extremely positive, with footfall numbers premium flooring brands in the North incredibly high. East.” “The coronavirus crisis and Karpet Mills combines the experience subsequent national lockdowns have had gleaned from over a 140 years trading an significant impact on the flooring with the modern-day expectations of sector, but I am absolutely thrilled to quality and service to provide the full announce that we are fully back open for package for every customer. All branches business and here to help anyone who (Kingston Park, Gateshead, Hetton-Le- requires carpets and flooring.” Says Joel Hole, Hexham and Benton) are open for Dickinson, Karpet Mills director. “It goes trade 7 days a week. Please be aware that without saying that the entire world has all stores now feature new measures, in (almost without exception) had to adjust Joel Dickinson, Karpet Mills Director accordance with Government advice and to the impact of COVID-19. However, our guidelines, to ensure the safety of all company has been established for over available in today’s market, including customers and staff at all times. 140 years and although this is the biggest famous names such as Amtico, Axminster, crisis we have had to face in our family’s Crucial Trading to name just a few. living memory previous generations in our In addition to having the North-East company have overcome enormous largest selection of premium flooring on obstacles including two World Wars” display, the new showroom also features The first enforced lockdown in 2020 state-of-the-art design software from came just as Karpet Mills had launched both Hugh Mackay & Amtico, allowing their new premium Designer Flooring customers to create completely bespoke showroom in Kingston Park, Newcastle. carpets and flooring, and even providing The new 10,000 sqft showroom displays them with visual representations of how the highest quality floor coverings their new flooring will look in their home. 92 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE EST 1878 YOUR HOME. YOUR CHOICE. YOUR FL OORING. THE NOR TH EAS T’S WE’RE BACK LARGES T OP PREMIUM FL OORING C EN A ! SHOWROOM LL NOW SHOWROOM ALSO AT K ARPET MILLS HEXHAM PAR T OF THE KARPET MILLS GROUP NEWS Story Homes invests in new office space ahead of planned growth for 2021 Privately-owned housebuilder Story Homes recently celebrated seven-years of building high quality homes across the North East. With continued success and future growth plans, the housebuilder is quickly outgrowing its current regional headquarters and has invested in a new office; Scotswood House. Allan Thompson, managing director size of Panther House, is being marketed the building to negotiating the purchase, for Story Homes in the North East said: and managed by Bradley Hall Estate providing a building survey as well as “We have a number of new sites in the Agents, who have invested a significant lettings and property management. We pipeline for the North East with ambitious amount of time into the development of look forward to welcoming more local growth plans firmly in place. the building throughout the marketing businesses, specifically exciting start-ups “To support this growth we are process. and SMEs to the upper floors of investing in future talent and creating Richard Rafique, director at Bradley Scotswood House which is home to more jobs in the region, which is why the Hall Chartered Surveyors and Estate Riverview Business Centre.” move to Scotswood House is important. Agents said: “It is great to see a North Story Homes is working with Ultimate Although many of our colleagues are East firm which is achieving impressive on the fit out of the office space and working remotely at the moment, we growth. The success of the firm will progress is well under way; the new office need to ensure that as things start to encourage a significant economic impact should be ready to occupy from May of return to normal, we are fully equipped to within our region including delivering this year. support the new members of our teams more quality homes to the market as well Steve Cowley, associate director at as we continue to grow.” as the opportunity to create corporate Ultimate said: “We are thrilled to be given Scotswood House is located on roles, construction jobs, indirect and the opportunity to carry out the fit out Amethyst Road in Newcastle Business induced jobs. works for Story Homes and are delighted Park, close to the builder’s current “We were delighted to utilise the full- to play a small part in this success story of Newcastle Headquarters, Panther House. service Bradley Hall approach on the such a well known business.” The building, which is nearly twice the Scotswood House project, from sourcing For more information about story homes please visit www.storyhomes.co.uk 94 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE BH PLANNING & DESIGN PREP ARE DE SIGN MANA GE Resi den #al ǀ Commer ci al ǀ Indus tr ial ǀ Str ategi c Infr as tr uctur e Str ategi c Land Promo#on | Pre+ Appl ic a#on Enqui ries | Planni ng Appl ica#ons Planni ng Appeals | Devel opmen t Appr ai sal s | Desi gn Exper #se 1 Hood Str ee t, N ewcas tl e, N E1 6JQ 0191 232 8080 pl anni ng ,bhpd.c o.uk www.bhpl anni ng anddesi gn.c o.uk NEWS FIRM GROWS RESDIENTIAL GROUND INVESTIGATION ARM Stockton ground investigation firm Solmek is growing its services in supporting ground investigations for residential developments following a successful period of growth. Following the appointment of projects such as houses, bridges and standing relationships with numerous Managing Director Richard Woods the roads being built. house builders and consulting engineers company has gone from strength to Its wide range of services include such as Billinghurst George and Partners. strength following its success under the detailed Phase 1 Desk Studies and Phase Solmek has gained numerous other helm of Gary Dresser. 2 Site Investigations using a variety of top-line industry accreditation in recent The 38-year-old joined the company in intrusive methods of drilling and trial years, including ISO 9001 for quality 2006, starting as a graduate engineer pitting to obtain soil parameter data for management systems, 14001 for before becoming an engineer and senior both foundation design as well as land environmental standards and 45001 for engineer and taking over as a director in contamination. health and safety. 2015. Woods said: “This is a great Tees Woods mapped out his future hopes The firm employs 23 staff at its offices Valley-based company to work for which for Solmek, adding: “I think we are the and geotechnical testing laboratory on is growing, and I’m definitely proud to be main site investigation contractor in the Yarm Road. Solmek operates its own the new managing director. Tees Valley after more than doubling in UKAS accredited geotechnical laboratory, “We have a really great, loyal team size with our turnover in the last five including laboratory apprentices who have been with us a long time, and years. employed directly from the Tees Valley some fantastic clients. We train and “Using our fantastic team of engineers area and conducts works across the UK as promote from within and want everybody and technicians we want to grow the well as throughout the North East and to progress. company by providing our existing and Tees Valley, along with regular contract “The aim is to keep pushing forward.” new clients with an unrivalled service.” locations such as Leeds, Wakefield and Solmek has been trading successfully the Midlands. since 2002 and has grown an impressive The firm specialises in geotechnical portfolio of clients from across the Tees Find out more about solmek and geoenvironmental engineering – civil Valley such as Able UK, Ineos, on the company’s new website: engineering of the ground prior to ConocoPhillips and SABIC as well as long www.solmek.com 96 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE NEWS CASE STUDY CLASPER VILLAGE, GATESHEAD – LARGE RESIDENTIAL PROJECT The site investigation was carried out by - Installations placed around the site - The trial pits were excavated to Solmek on a large area of redevelopment (25-50m distance) to capture obtain details of the shallow soil land in the Redheugh area of Gateshead, potential ground gas from the profile and obtain samples for commonly known as Clasper Village, Tyne areas of made ground. geotechnical testing and and Wear. The proposed development • A number of cable percussive environmental samples for comprises c.180no residential houses with boreholes drilled to depths of between contamination testing. front and rear gardens along with 13.95mbgl and 19.95mbgl. - Specific trial pits undertaken to hardstanding as access roads and parking. - The borehole locations were spread prove the location of mine shafts at Solmek were initially tasked with across the whole area to give a the site. undertaking the initial Phase 1 Desk Study general site coverage. In-situ standard penetration tests and Coal Mining Risk Assessment for the - Boreholes drilled to determine (SPT) were undertaken in the boreholes. scheme. This was followed with a series of deeper ground conditions and Undisturbed samples were undertaken site investigations to prove the underlying obtain samples for geotechnical within the cable percussive boreholes. In- ground conditions and provide samples testing and environmental samples situ hand shear vane tests were carried for geotechnical and contamination for contamination testing. out in the trial pits and small percussive laboratory design. Additionally, the site • A series of dynamic probing to depths boreholes along with taking disturbed contained four known former mine samples and environmental samples for entries and the Coal Authority requested of between 5.00 and 6.00mbgl. - The aim of the probes was to laboratory testing. each of these were found by intrusive Solmek successfully located all four of methods. attempt to locate the up and down shafts of Redheugh Colliery the shafts which enabled the client to Fieldwork was undertaken as: position the proposed housing in areas to • 2no days of hand-held rotary probing avoid the influence of the shafts. The • A series of small percussive boreholes to depths of up to 20.00mbgl. drilled to depths of between 0.90 and client has also been able to obtain costs to - The aim of the probes was to locate cap and grout the shafts. 5.45m below ground level (bgl). the up and down shafts of - The borehole locations were spread Redheugh Colliery based on across the whole area to give a general site coverage to determine • Hand-held rotary probing to depths of shallow ground conditions and up to 20.00mbgl. obtain samples for geotechnical - The aim of the probes was to locate testing and environmental samples the up and down shafts of for contamination testing. Redheugh Colliery based on Numerous machine excavated trial SOL MEK • Installation of combined ground gas pits to depths of between 0.60 and and water wells. 4.00mbgl. www.solmek.com ISSUE 11 : SPRING 2021 97 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY C 20.7 M 2.7 Y 0 K 86.7 B Y 23 K 0 Retail unit tO let 35 SILVER STREET Durham, DH1 3RD Rental OF £40,000 PeR annuM • High footfall area • Awaiting EPC rating • Ready for immediate occupation • City centre retail unit to let durham 0191 383 9999 • Total size of 270m2 (2,911ft2) [email protected] • Well known neighbouring occupiers www.bradleyhall.co.uk 98 PORTFOLIO MAGAZINE Built f or t he n ext ge ne ration o f industrial e xcellence. Un its f ro m 600 ,000 s q f t Phase 1 r eady 30,000 – 8 0,000 sq f t in to tal su mmer 2 022 ava ilable En qui ries: HT A R eal E state Cushman & W ake eld 0191 2 45 1 234 0191 22 3 5 800 www.htare.co.u k www.cushm anwake eld.co.u k hill thornb usinesspar k.com Supported b y S underland C ity C ouncil