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08/02/2024

Funding Secured To Redevelop Pair Of Landmark Buildings In Leeds

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A joint venture partnership between Asset Capital and Prescient Capital, has secured funding to enable the redevelopment of a pair of vacant landmark buildings opposite the Town Hall in Leeds city centre.

Established senior debt facilitator BLG Development Finance has committed funds for the redevelopment of 26 Great George Street, the Grade II listed former Victoria Commercial & Family Hotel and adjacent Shenanigans pub which closed at the start of the pandemic.

Built in 1865 The Victoria Hotel was a well-regarded ale house with 28 bedrooms situated above, whilst the latter Shenanigans pub occupied the former Masonic Hall and Central Tower.

Last month Stirling Prescient secured full planning consent from Leeds City Council to redevelop the site into purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) on the upper levels whilst retaining the ground floor pub and leisure provision.
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The team behind Kirkstall Brewery and Whitelock's Ale House have pledged to restore the pub to its former glory, whilst the partnership will deliver 54 studio student bedrooms with modern facilities including a concierge, communal lounges, a gym, bin store, TV room and laundry.

The redevelopment involves partial demolition of the existing buildings with a rear extension rising four storeys. The impressive Victorian exterior façade will be sensitively restored, protecting heritage value, and enhancing aspects that contribute positively to the sites significant setting.

Daniel Newett of Asset Capital, said: "We are delighted to partner with BLG to bring forward this important regeneration and conservation project. Our plans will help to preserve this historic pub for future generations to enjoy whilst also making best use of the wider plot for much needed new student accommodation. The JV team is local to the area with considerable understanding and expertise in the long-term viability of commercial estate development and an extensive portfolio of successful student led schemes."

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