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06.12.23

CTD Tiles is looking for new locations

CTD Tiles are introducing a new store concept in line with our exciting brand refresh, providing a unique shopping experience, attracting both retail and trade customers. Help us achieve our vision in the perfect location....

Please download the flyer for further information on locations:

store-relocations-ctd-tiles.pdf

06.12.23

Prime Unit Let to Asda @ Romford Station

Acting on behalf of Citrus, Jackson Criss have leased this prime unit next to Romford Station to Asda for their new Express C-Store format.

For more information please contact Andrew Criss or Dan Turner on 020 7637 7100.

22.11.23

Majestic ramps up store expansion with 3 new store openings in as many months!

Jackson Criss have advised on 3 new openings for Majestic in Newark (4,383 sq ft - located on the popular Maltings Retail Park), Monmouth (6,275 sq ft) and Crouch End (a new small-format store of 3,150 sq ft).

To discuss future requirements for Majestic, contact Dan Turner.

03.11.23

Negotiated settlement reached for Gaucho in Edinburgh

Jackson Criss are delighted to have acted on behalf of Rarestaurants GAUCHO fascia in connection with the rent review of their flagship restaurant at Unit 4A, 4/8 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh.

Following extensive negotiations and a third party appointment the parties have managed to reach a negotiated settlement.

For any further details or leasing advice on any other restaurant units please contact Douglas Macrae on 07977 441 267.

02.11.23

HSBC Bank on Tooting!

Acting on behalf of a private Landlord, Jackson Criss have recently agreed a lease renewal with HSBC securing their occupation for a further 5 years at an enhanced rental.

For any more details or leasing advce on Bank premises, please contact Douglas Macrae on 07977 441 267.

24.10.23

SOLD! London E17 Newly Built Food Store Investment

Acting on behalf of private clients, Jackson Criss have sold a newly built long let London food store investment, with CPI linked increases at Unit 1 Blackhorse View, 15 Forest Road, London E14.

The property is let to Tesco Stores Limited UK with an unexpired term of circa 15 years. It forms part of the 21 storey Built for Life accredited development of 350 new homes Blackhorse View by Barratt London. The Blackhorse Lane area of Walthamstow, identified in the local action plan (2015) is undergoing significant regeneration.

For further information please contact Philip Hay or Rhodri Jones.

24.10.23

Mappin & Webb Take Prime Position in York

Acting for a Private Landlord, Jackson Criss advised on the letting to Mappin & Webb on Davygate in York.

Having purchased the former Debenhams and adjoining property for the client, JC advised on the amalgamation of the units creating a prime corner position for the jeweller, allowing them to create a landmark unit for Rolex in the city.

For further information or to discuss York City Centre please contact Dan Turner

24.10.23

59 High Street, Guildford, Surrey

Acting on behalf of Royal London Asset Management, Jackson Criss are pleased to confirm the sale of a prime retail investment let to O2 UK in the highly affluent town of Guildford.

The unit occupies a prime High Street position adjacent to M&S and close to the entrance to White Lion Walk. The property comprises a well configured retail investment, comprising 3,386 sq ft (315 sq m) over ground and two upper floors. The lease was varied in 2021, rebasing the rent and moving the break clause out from April 2023 to April 2027.

For further information please contact Philip Hay or Rhodri Jones.

12.10.23

Happy Socks Arrive In Kingston

Jackson Criss have let a unit at 13-15 Church Street, Kingston. For more information, and to discuss other opportunities within Kingston upon Thames, please contact Jordan Keating on 020 7637 7100.

05.09.23

SOLD! T K Maxx - Woolwich

Jackson Criss, acting jointly with JLL have sold the freehold investment of the TK Maxx in Woolwich on behalf of CBRE Investment Management to a UK property Company.

Contact Philip Hay on 020 7637 7100 for more information.

15.09.23

Jackson Criss welcome Joel Hadfield as a Graduate Surveyor

He joins us after graduating from Nottingham Trent University. Joel will assist the Agency team, dealing with Shopping Centre and High Street Leasing, as well as supporting Partners with retained occupier clients.

He will also work alongside Philip Hay, Jonathan Milburn and John Boissier dealing with investment sales and acquisitions across the UK.

Founded in 1990, Jackson Criss has evolved into one of the UK’s leading independent, niche commercial property practices, providing bespoke, transparent advice to Landlords, Occupiers and Investors from offices in Central London and Edinburgh.

04.09.23

M&S investment sold in Petersfield

on behalf of CBRE Investment Management, Jackson Criss, acting jointly with JLL have sold the M&S Food store in Petersfield to a UK Prop Co.

Contact Philip Hay on 020 7637 7100 for more information.

31.08.23

SOLD!! John Lewis Department Store, Cheltenham

Jackson Criss are delighted to have completed the sale of the John Lewis Department Store and car park investment in Cheltenham on behalf of BlackRock Investment Management.

Contact Philip Hay on 020 7637 7100 for further information.

13.09.23

Two new lettings agreed on Cheltenham High Street

Jackson Criss have let two units at 185-187 to Moss Bros and 189 High Street to Cornish Bakehouse (ex H Samuel).

For more information, contact Adam Rawcliffe on 07968 474 988.

07.07.23

Jackson Criss completes sale of two retail parks on behalf of NewRiver/Pimco JV to Realty Income

Jackson Criss successfully advised NewRiver upon the sale of the two remaining assets (Kittybrewster Retail Park in Aberdeen and Glendoe and Telford Retail Parks in Inverness ) in its 50:50 Napier joint venture with Pimco’s Bravo for £62.955m.

The disposal comprises the final properties in the Napier joint venture, bringing the total sale receipts from Napier to £76m, reflecting a blended net initial yield of 7.4%. Total receipts are 26% higher than the £60.5m price paid when NewRiver and Bravo acquired the portfolio in June 2019.

NewRiver and Bravo continue to own two assets within a separate venture.

For further information – please contact Jonathan Milburn

21.08.23

The Botanist are coming to Bournemouth

Jackson Criss have agreed a letting to The Botanist who will make a welcome addition to Bobby’s department store in Bournemouth (comprising beauty hall, art gallery local artisans and Franco Manca).

Opening Q2 2024, The Botanist will be complete with a rooftop and sun terrace!

This letting will breathe new life into the building now known as Bobby’s, which has brought vibrancy to the town centre as a focal point for the vitality of the day and nightlife within Bournemouth.

For more information, contact Adam Rawcliffe on 07968 474 988.

16.08.23

Rent Review - substantial uplift secured on behalf of the landlord

Acting on behalf of a private landlord, Jackson Criss have secured a 15% uplift on this banking premises in at 50-52 Tooting High Street, SW17.

Having bought the premises for the client 5 years earlier, the reversion and business plan were achieved.

For more information, please contact Douglas Macrae on 07977 441 267.

16.08.23

New Tanning Lounge Open in Witham

Jackson Criss have let Unit 28 Newlands Centre to the New Tanning Lounge on a new 5 year lease.
Other retailers within the centre include Greggs, Boots, Savers, Iceland and Card Factory

For further unit availability in Witham, please contact Jacob Matthews on 07817 722 323.

11.07.23

Cambridge – Unit C, 59 Sidney Street (David Clulow)

On behalf of institutional investors, Jackson Criss have secured a new lease to David Clulow for a further period of 10 years at a rental of £80,000 pa. The lease renewal enabled the landlord to dispose of their investment.

For further details, contact Douglas Macrae

10.07.23

Chichester – Unit 2 Dolphin & Anchor, West Street

On behalf of an institutional investor, Jackson Criss have secured a new lease with Costa for a further period of 5 years.

For more details, contact Douglas Macrae.