Town has more to offer

DEVELOPERS, agents and other property professionals from across the North West attended the launch of the 13th annual Warrington Property Review
Key message of the review, compiled by BE Group, was that Warrington has more to offer than just business space and is getting development off the ground to become a more rounded economy.
The review provides an overview on movements in the commercial and industrial property market, together with details of deals and strategic developments within the town.
BE group director Vince Sandwell presented the findings of the report and Andy Farrall, the borough council’s executive director of environment and regeneration, also gave a presentation.
He highlighted the town’s achievements and gave an update on plans for regeneration and growth already well underway.
Mr Farrall (pictured) said: “The word ‘regeneration’ doesn’t really appear any more in what we’re trying to do. It’s about economic growth, both in the sub-region and Warrington itself. We’ve focused on key sites in the town centre and some from outside, like Daresbury and the Omega Site, that can make a difference.
“The criticism has always been that Warrington has business space but nothing else, but that is changing.
“The Orford Park project is coming to fruition, which is a major Olympic legacy project.
” Decathlon start onsite with their store next month and the council will be choosing its partner for the major development of the Bridge Street Quarter in June this year.”
Copies of the review can be obtained from Angela Hankey on 01925 442371, or [email protected]