FIREM bags 110,000 sq ft Botany Bay deal
James Donaldson Timber has become the first firm to sign for one of the new-build industrial units at the 1m sq ft Chorley complex.
The manufacturer of structural timber components has signed a lease for 110,000 sq ft at FI Real Estate Management’s £220m Botany Bay Business Park, located off Junction 8 of the M61.
The deal will see James Donaldson Timber relocate from its existing site off Railway Road in Brinscall four miles away.
Talks with other potential occupiers are ongoing and the current phase of the development could reach 45% occupancy before any units have achieved practical completion, according to FIREM.
“It’s fantastic to see how much interest is being generated in Botany Bay Business Park,” said Tim Knowles, founder and managing director of FIREM.
“Our site is able to cater for businesses of all sizes, from local Chorley companies seeking more space, to national brands looking for a convenient location to reach the North West.”
JD Timber’s unit is being designed to cater for its needs, a service FIREM is offering to all potential occupiers.
“We’re able to work closely with tenants to tailor their unit to suit their needs, with bespoke fit-out and plug in and play options, which is really valuable,” Knowles said.
“Now that we’ve got our first tenants signed up, we can see the community we’re building in the heart of Chorley, not only creating new jobs for local people, but also amenities for everyone to enjoy.”
Can’t wait to enjoy the wonderful amenities Mr Knowles is giving us at Botany Bay. Really looking forward to visiting another Greggs and Costa whilst walking on the scenic canal tow path past these fantastic commercial units that sit so well in this historic setting next to the Grade 2 listed former mill. We really are so lucky here in Chorley to have such a wonderful development and i’m sure it won’t be long before the coach trips return to Botany Bay, or at least stop off for a sausage roll.
By Anonymous
Why don’t they just get rid of the towns name and call it what it is: the Preston Agglomeration.
By DT
Couldn’t agree more with Anonymous April 9th. It is an utter delight to walk precariously on the edge of the towpath, avoiding the detritus from the building works, and trying not to slip in the mud. The beauty of smelling a freshly cooked sausage roll, the smell of mass produced coffee, and the fumes of cars. Who needs to see green fields and wildlife when one can drink in the sounds of industrial units and traffic? Furthermore the enjoyment of rubbish from the food outlets will vastly improve the area, especially the Somme-like fields, which were once inhabited by lapwings. Such a fantastic impression of Chorley, as you leave the M61 and enter the Land of Industrial Units and Financial Greed. Mr Knowles has done such a fabulous job in the destruction of green fields, wildlife and the faith of the residents. Well done Sir!
By Anonymous
You’re not building a community you are destroying one!
By Elaine Jefferson
Horrifically bad looking site, totally overwhelms the old mill, looms over the motorway
By Katie