Presenting Hadrian's Tower

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PRESENTING HADRIAN’S TOWER

Hadrian’s Tower is set to become the most sought after residential address in Newcastle.

The prestigious development provides 26 storeys of prime, luxurious living in the heart of Newcastle. Hadrian’s Tower is bringing an iconic new landmark to the city, courtesy of local financial and property experts, The High Street Group.

The world-class accommodation will encompass 162 one and two-bedroom apartments, a café, launderette, touchdown meeting spaces and exclusive Sky Lounge. The service offering is just as premium as the accommodation, with an on-site concierge, cleaning services, maintenance, resident support, Wi-Fi and high-speed broadband.

Hadrian’s Tower offers a capital-city lifestyle in an outstanding Newcastle location, making it one of the most exciting UK investment prospects for 2018.

In keeping with the development’s exclusive offering, the investment details offer an exceptional opportunity, with 5% interest on all exchange money throughout the 18-month build phase. Hadrian’s Tower provides an assured 7% NET yield for five years, with completion scheduled for Q4 2019/Q1 2020. This unique offering means that investors can benefit from a superb financial structure, as well as an outstanding development. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

HADRIAN’S TOWER HAS BEEN DESIGNED WITH RESIDENTS’ EVERY CONVENIENCE IN MIND.

The ultimate accommodation for urban tenants, the development offers luxurious homes backed up by comprehensive facilities. Such an offering would be at home in any capital city around the world, with developers The High Street Group seeking to make their mark on their home town.

Superb apartments are complemented by outstanding shared facilities and social spaces at Hadrian’s Tower. The Sky Lounge offers an exclusive, laid back venue for rest, relaxation and entertaining, with the backdrop of the city skyline providing a stunning view. Meanwhile, the touchdown meeting spaces embrace the modern style of living and working and the café provides a warm, welcoming space that’s perfect for catching up with friends or colleagues. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

ON LOCATION

Hadrian’s Tower enjoys a premium city centre location, meaning that residents have access to the business and leisure facilities of this thriving city. Chinatown, St James’ Park and the O2 Academy are just a short walk away, while The Gate, Intu Eldon Square and the Theatre Royal are all easily reachable.

Central Station is just 5 minutes’ walk from Hadrian’s Tower, ensuring that residents can benefit from superb connectivity via a primary rail connection.

Views from the Sky Lounge and upper floors also encompass a number of famous local landmarks including Grey’s Monument, Tyne Bridge and Millennium Bridge. With such a superb location and quality build, Hadrian’s Tower is raising the game for residential accommodation in Newcastle. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

World-class apartments, facilities and service

Superb city centre location, perfect for business and leisure purposes

Stunning Sky Lounge offering city skyline views

Twin-aspect views in most apartments

Café and touchdown meeting points provide a versatile environment

Whole-house ventilation and sprinkler system protection in all apartments

Superior support for residents including concierge, maintenance and cleaning services

All apartments are wheelchair accessible GROSS VALUE ADDED (GVA) IS A MEASURE NEWCASTLE OF THE VALUE OF GOODS AND SERVICES INVESTMENT CASE PRODUCED IN AN AREA, INDUSTRY OR SECTOR.

Newcastle upon Tyne enjoys one of the fastest economic growth rates of any city in the UK. In the five years to 2015, Newcastle’s total GVA grew by 18.5% - the third fastest rate in the UK. GVA per head grew by 15.6% – the second fastest rate in the UK. FAST FACTS

- Newcastle sits on the bank of the River Tyne, in Tyne & £18.22billion £25million Wear. The Future Homes Fund is bringing £25m worth GVA 2015 - The city is the most populous in the North East and forms part of investment to the Newcastle and Gateshead of the 8th most populous urban area in the UK. housing markets between 2015 and 2018. - Newcastle is committed to the environment and is on track to 70.1% be a carbon neutral city by 2050. Employment rate (2015) - The city is the commercial and educational focus of North 38.99% East England. Newcastle enjoys a business start-up - Along with Gateshead, which sits opposite it across the River rate of 38.99 per 10,000 population. £44,536.77 Tyne, Newcastle is the cultural capital of the North East. GVA per worker (2015) - The North East Local Enterprise Partnership is bidding to be one of the national testbeds for 5G technology

131,600 - Newcastle’s population grew at a rate of 12% in the four Newcastle and Gateshead together make up Newcastle’s level of employment stood at years to 2016, to reach 298,250. the North East’s key employment area. They 131,600 as at February 2017 – the highest - Newcastle and Gateshead attracts around 2 million visitors are the main driver of city-region growth. rate since current records began in 2004. per year, with 9 out of 10 hotel rooms full every weekend

- The Tyne and Wear Metro is the second largest rapid transport system in the UK A city willing to intervene to support the economy, with an ambitious investment plan, and active measures to support jobs and skills. A city large enough to sustain the facilities and services required by a modern economy and society; and yet NEWCASTLE small enough to be accessible and welcoming.” INVESTMENT CASE Councillor Nick Forbes, Leader of Newcastle City Council

Newcastle is one of the only six No.1 Centres for Offshore Renewable £1.25billion Newcastle University is the top location for Engineering in England Newcastle and Gateshead’s tech sector is computer sciences in the country, supporting worth £1.25bn and have a projected growth the next generation of tech entrepreneurs to rate of 28% over the three years to mid-2019. flourish in the city. 114% Student numbers at the former have risen UK city centres have experienced an Sqm by over 70% since 2000 and by more increase in demand for housing since 512,000 than 114% at the latter. the millennium. Newcastle City Council’s Office Needs Study found that at least 512,000 square metres of office space would be needed by 2030 14,000 £205million In Newcastle, some 14,000 jobs are The North East region is benefitting from expected to be created by 2030. around £205m of European Regional £2million Development Funds between 2014 and 2020. £2 million is being invested in improving wireless access in Newcastle, along with £92million providing free WiFi networks in public and The city has an Accelerated Development Along with Gateshead, which sits opposite community buildings. Zone, with three key strategic sites it across the River Tyne, Newcastle is the attracting £92 million worth of investment. cultural capital of the North East. NEWCASTLE SALES & RENTAL MARKET

SALES MARKET RENTAL MARKET

Estimates suggest that Newcastle and Gateshead will need more than 30,000 additional homes in order to house their growing population of 6.92% pcm 500,000 people by 2030. £959 Rental yields in Newcastle range Newcastle has a current average from 4.89% to 6.92% depending on asking rent of £959pcm, according £206,258 <30,000 the properties’ size and location. to December 2017 data from Zoopla Newcastle had an average current Estimates suggest that Newcastle and property value of £206,258, according Gateshead will need more than 30,000 +25% Top 10 to Zoopla’s December 2017 figures additional homes in order to house their growing Chartered Surveyors has predicted A 2017 study flagged population of 500,000 people by 2030. that rents will increase by just over Newcastle as one of the top ten 25% in the coming years UK locations for rental yields.

-1.0% CURRENT ASKING RENTS IN NEWCASTLE £1598 £1600 Newcastle, like many UK cities, has House 24.78% Apartment £1280 lower house prices currently than in Property values in the city have risen £1400 £1183 2007 – prices were 1% below 2017 by 24.78% over the past five years. £1200 £1053 values at the time of writing. £1000 £893 £771 £800 £689 £659 £600 £538

£400 £381 £ Price per calendar month £200

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WORLD-CLASS, CAPITAL QUALITY RESIDENCES LAND IN NEWCASTLE

Hadrian’s Tower is leading the way in bringing a new style of urban living to Newcastle.

Newcastle-based developer, The High Street Group, is looking to Hadrian’s Tower to be its flagship local project, showcasing the very best in contemporary residential accommodation.

The innovative development will provide 165 apartments (54 one-bedroom homes - 106 two- beds and 3 three-beds) in an iconic, 26-storey tower that will add an impressive new element to the dramatic Newcastle skyline. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

WORLD-CLASS, CAPITAL QUALITY RESIDENCES LAND IN NEWCASTLE

Hadrian’s Tower is leading the way in bringing a new style of urban living to Newcastle.

Newcastle-based developer, The High Street Group, is looking to Hadrian’s Tower to be its flagship local project, showcasing the very best in contemporary residential accommodation.

A NEW VISION FOR NEWCASTLE

The focus on quality during the conception and design of Hadrian’s Tower has never faltered.

The development will offer world-class living of a standard not previously seen in the North East of England. Individual homes will be spacious, bright and airy, with twin-aspect views for almost all apartments.

At the same time, equality is built into the design, with dual lifts and every single apartment being wheelchair accessible. Kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms are all of a superior standard.

Contemporary considerations have been incorporated throughout Hadrian’s Tower. All of the two- bedroom apartments, for example, include two double bedrooms in order to permit effective subletting. Meanwhile, the superior service offering has been designed to appeal to modern renters looking to get the very best from their accommodation. Newcastle International Royal Victoria Airport HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE Hospital

Newcastle Newcastle University University Library Newcastle University Medical School Great North Sports Centre Museum CONNECTIVITY Newcastle Northumbria DESTINATION DISTANCE TIME Leazes Park University University Tyne Theatre & Opera House 100 Metres 1 Minute

Newcastle Central Station 0.3 Miles 5 Minutes Laing Art Grainger Centre For Life 0.3 Miles 5 Minutes St James Park Gallery Market Football Ground Eldon Square China Town 0.2 Miles 5 Minutes Shopping Centre Discovery Museum 0.2 Miles 5 Minutes Church of England Chinatown Primary School The Gate 0.3 Miles 5 Minutes

St James Park Football Ground 0.4 Miles 6 Minutes Theatre The Gate Royal Leazes Park 0.4 Miles 6 Minutes

Eldon Square Shopping Centre 0.5 Miles 8 Minutes

Grainger Market 0.5 Miles 8 Minutes Manors 1 MILE RADIUS Royal Victoria Hospital 0.8 Miles 15 Minutes NEWCASTLE Tyne Theatre & Quayside 0.7 Miles 15 Minutes Opera House 02 Academy Newcastle University 0.8 Miles 15 Minutes Newcastle Discovery Mossley Street Metro Radio Arena 0.7 Miles 15 Minutes Nightlife/Bars/Restaurants Museum Newcastle Northumbria University 0.9 Miles 17 Minutes Castle Newcastle The Sage 1.0 Miles 20 Minutes Newcastle Centre Central Station Quayside The Baltic 1.1 Miles 22 Minutes for Life City Marina Gateshead Newcastle International Airport 20 Minute Drive Millenium Bridge Tyne Bridge BALTIC Centre for Metro Radio Contemporary Art Arena

The Sage River Tyne HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

PREMIUM LOCATION

The market-leading nature of the Hadrian’s Tower development demands a superb location – and that is precisely what it has. The highly accessible site is located close to Newcastle’s Regeneration Zone.

Regeneration work in Newcastle is adding to the city’s already-impressive residential, commercial and cultural offering. Two of the key regeneration projects are St James’ Boulevard and the Science Central Business School Zone.

St James’ Boulevard has seen extensive regeneration work, which began in the 1990s as part of an initiative to bolster the city centre offering. Completed in 2010, the regeneration work encompassed commercial premises, leisure facilities, residential accommodation, a hotel and a 12-storey car park. The project expanded the city centre at the same time to adding to its amenities. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

BUILDING FOR TODAY & TOMORROW

The Science Central regeneration project focused on the large-scale regeneration of a former industrial site, adding a hotel, student accommodation, academic facilities and retail and leisure areas to the city centre.

Regeneration work is now focused on a new high rise city district, which will complement the facilities already added in this thriving city. Hadrian’s Tower is located in this new district, providing investors with the chance to be part of Newcastle’s most up and coming area.

Investors in Newcastle are coming from far afield. In 2016, an EY report showed an increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) in North East England of 83% from 2014 to 2015, with some 44 FDI-funded projects contributing to the area’s bright future. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

A HOTBED OF CULTURE AND HERITAGE

Hadrian’s Tower is perfectly positioned to allow residents to engage with all that this bustling city has to offer. The sizeable Intu Eldon Square shopping mall is within easy reach of the development, as is The Gate entertainment complex. The two destinations provide an extensive array of retail options and leisure pursuits, from bars and restaurants to Aspers casino.

The nearby Theatre Royal, O2 Academy and The Sage Arts Centre provide excellent choice for lovers of the performing arts. Newcastle also offers a host of museums and galleries for those looking to enjoy their fill of culture in the city, including the outstanding Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

Newcastle is also home to an impressive array of historic buildings, with the 12th century Newcastle Castle standing out as one of the most stirring.

All of this is backed by a vast range of eateries, from tiny independent cafés to rooftop restaurants and Michelin starred venues. This extensive offering has played a large role in the expansion of Newcastle city centre’s population in recent years, as residents seek to be at the heart of the action, which is precisely where living at Hadrian’s Tower will allow them to be. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

FUTURE-PROOF RESIDENCES

Hadrian’s Tower has been designed as a future-proofed residential offering in a commanding city centre location. The building’s shared and communal spaces speak to the evolving demands of renters, who are increasingly keen to access on-site amenities that blend lifestyle elements into their accommodation.

The services provided at Hadrian’s Tower will also serve residents for years to come, from the 24/7 concierge to the residents’ support and cleaning and maintenance services. The building itself has also been future-proofed, having been built to meet the new Design Space Standards. These standards ensure that all residents have ample space to enjoy in their accommodation, with internal spatial requirements dictated by the number of bed-spaces in each apartment.

Whole-house ventilation and sprinkler system protection have also been included at Hadrian’s Tower, to ensure that the building benefits from the latest design technology. Wi-Fi and high speed broadband are also available throughout. HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

LOCAL VISIONARIES

The Newcastle born and bred team at The High Street Group are the visionaries behind DIRECTORS & ADVISORS Hadrian’s Tower. With the chance to raise a flagship development in their home city, the Company Name: Security Trustee: team have ensured that the apartments at Hadrian’s Tower are second to none. This is world- High Street GRP Limited Castle Trust Group class living backed by superb amenities. 932 Europort, Gibraltar Company Number: Auditors: The High Street Group is a leading financial and property group that has built a reputation as one of the most 07831810 recognised and trusted brands in the North East. Spanning development, construction, hospitality and leisure, the Stokoe Rodger Registered Address: Chartered Accountants group operates across multiple sectors in order to deliver superior quality projects. 2nd Floor 15 Bankside, The Watermark With over a decade of experience to call upon, The High Street Group has enjoyed rapid expansion. Its Newcastle Cuthbert House Gateshead Tyne & Wear headquarters is now home to more than 100 staff, with the group’s companies providing services across the UK. All Saints Business Centre NE11 9SY The High Street Group currently has developments under management in excess of £300,000,000. Hadrian’s Newcastle upon Tyne Lawyers: Tower is one of its most exciting opportunities, as the group seeks to place its stamp on its home city of Newcastle. Tyne and Wear NE1 2ET Mincoffs Solicitors LLP 5 Osborne Terrace Director: Newcastle upon Tyne Gary Forrest NE2 1SQ HADRIAN’S TOWER, NEWCASTLE

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