A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS: PLANNING APPROVED FOR LANDMARK JOSEPH’S WELL STUDENT TOWER

On January 13, 2026   /   Commercial, Developments, Student Residential  

We are delighted to announce that Pullans has secured full planning approval for a major new student living development at Joseph’s Well in Leeds city centre and has appointed McLaren Construction Yorkshire and North East as main contractor. The 14-storey building, known as The Tower, will provide 256 high-quality student bedrooms in a mix of studios and cluster apartments, alongside thoughtfully designed communal and amenity spaces that support wellbeing, connection and everyday student life. This project is the single largest investment in Pullans’ 140-year history and represents the most significant evolution of the Joseph’s Well estate in more than 45 years. Christophe Demoulin, Contracts Manager at Pullans, said: “This consent marks a truly exciting milestone for Pullans. The Tower reflects our long-term commitment to Joseph’s Well and to the future of Leeds.” We are proud to be working with an experienced project team including Cunniff Design (architect), FutureServ (MEP), Orion Fire (fire consultant), Roscoe (civil and structural engineer) and RBA (quantity surveyor and employer’s agent). Andrew Beaumont, Managing Director at McLaren Construction Yorkshire and North East, added: “We are delighted to be part of this landmark project in the heart of Leeds and look forward to delivering a building that

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JOSEPH’S WELL WELCOMES THREE NEW HEALTHCARE AND TRAINING SPECIALISTS

On December 9, 2025   /   Commercial, Developments, Residential  

We’re pleased to welcome three new organisations to Joseph’s Well: Mentor Merlin Limited, OxyHealthCare Limited and Rehabwell 360 Physiotherapy & Healthcare Limited. Together, they have taken 2,318 sq ft of workspace in the building, further strengthening the growing cluster of healthcare, wellbeing and clinical training services based here. Mentor Merlin Mentor Merlin has moved into a 940 sq ft suite to create a dedicated training centre for students preparing for their Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). With existing OSCE test suites already at Joseph’s Well, their new space allows both training and assessment to take place in one location – offering students a streamlined and supportive experience. “Being located within the same building as the OSCE testing suites makes a real difference for our students. It gives them a seamless experience from training to assessment, and the professional setting at Joseph’s Well reflects the high standards we aim to deliver.”Hermercheese Balan, Chief Operating Officer, Mentor Merlin OxyHealthCare OxyHealthCare has opened a 700 sq ft clinic providing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for recovery, rehabilitation and wellbeing. The new Leeds centre supports two franchise territories across the North and South regions, helping to increase access to HBOT

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HISTORIC COOKRIDGE HOSPITAL REDEVELOPED INTO VIBRANT NEW LEEDS COMMUNITY

On November 27, 2025   /   Commercial, Developments, Residential  

A landmark redevelopment in North East Leeds has reached completion, transforming the former Cookridge Hospital into a thriving residential community. Led by Chartford Homes in partnership with Pullans, the 19.5-acre site has undergone a multi-phase regeneration to bring new housing, community services and life back to a historically significant location just six miles from the city centre. The ambitious mixed-use development delivers a blend of family homes, apartment living and specialist extra care accommodation. Central to the scheme is the sensitive conversion of three listed hospital buildings, now carefully restored and repurposed for modern use while retaining their original heritage features. Set within established parkland and connected by nature gardens and woodland trails, the community enjoys an attractive green environment with a strong sense of place and identity. A New Chapter for a Historic Leeds Landmark The redevelopment marks a major milestone for the former hospital site, which has been transformed over several years into a diverse and inclusive neighbourhood. Key achievements include: 159 new homes in total, delivered across several build phases 106 affordable homes provided in partnership with Housing & Care 21, Stonewater and Leeds & Yorkshire Housing Association Conversion of the Main Hospital Building into 14 houses,

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PRACTICE PLUS GROUP RELOCATES YORKSHIRE BASE TO JOSEPHS WELL

On November 6, 2025   /   Commercial  

Practice Plus Group, England’s largest provider of care for people in contact with the criminal justice system, has relocated its Yorkshire base to Joseph’s Well – the landmark city-centre office building in Leeds. The move sees Practice Plus Group take 5,281 sq ft of newly refurbished office space in a letting that reinforces Joseph’s Well’s reputation as one of Leeds’ most popular and best-value business addresses. The relocation forms part of Practice Plus Group’s plans to create a modern, flexible workspace that encourages collaboration and supports future growth, while offering excellent accessibility for staff and visitors. Situated just a short walk from Leeds train station, Joseph’s Well provides easy access to major transport links and nearby amenities. With on-site parking, upgraded facilities and a contemporary design, the building offers a professional and convenient environment for a wide range of occupiers. Managed by J Pullan & Sons Ltd (Pullans), Joseph’s Well combines the character of a thoughtfully restored heritage building with the functionality of a modern office. The development features open-plan suites, meeting rooms, breakout areas and a welcoming business lounge, alongside generous parking provision. Michael McGonnell, Regional Director (North) – Health in Justice Services at Practice Plus Group, said: “Having

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COREFINITY EXPANDS OPERATIONS WITH MOVE TO JOSEPH’S WELL IN LEEDS

On July 24, 2025   /   Commercial  

Cloud and infrastructure specialists Corefinity have taken up residence in Joseph’s Well, securing 3,024 sq ft of high-quality office space in a move that supports the company’s rapid growth and future expansion plans. Corefinity, known for its developer-first approach to hosting mission-critical and e-commerce applications, has grown out of a frustration shared by developers over outdated, unreliable hosting platforms. Founded by a team of seasoned Magento developers and engineers, Corefinity has built a platform-agnostic, scalable hosting solution that leverages cloud providers such as Google Cloud and AWS to deliver secure, fast, and reliable performance for e-commerce businesses. Navid Nadali, Director at Corefinity, said: “As Corefinity continues to grow, we were seeking a modern workspace that could support our current operations and allow us to scale further. Joseph’s Well stood out to us because of its character, central location, and excellent facilities. The flexibility and quality of the space made it the ideal environment for our team and for welcoming our partners and clients.” The move to Joseph’s Well marks a significant milestone in Corefinity’s business journey, providing a collaborative and functional space aligned with its values of innovation, reliability, and support for development communities and agencies. Managed by J Pullan

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HOWLEY PARK SECURES THREE NEW LETTINGS AS BUSINESSES SCALE UP

On June 26, 2025   /   Commercial, Industrial  

We’re delighted to have completed three major lettings at Logistics Hub Howley Park Estate, totalling over 62,000 sq ft, reinforcing the site’s position as a key industrial and logistics location in West Yorkshire located at Junction 28 of the M62 in Morley, Leeds. The largest of the deals sees Coptrin Limited expand from 40,000 sq ft to now occupy 55,740 sq ft across Units 1, 2 and 4 on a 10-year lease. The company, a major supplier of catering packaging and biodegradable products, have expanded into the new space for warehousing and distribution to meet increasing demand. Meanwhile, The Yorkshire Resin Company Limited, a long-standing tenant at Howley Park, who are specialists in the installation of resin driveways and car parks, has taken 6,662 sq ft at Unit 5 also on a 10-year lease. This marks a step up from their previous premises at the park, providing enhanced storage, showroom, and office facilities to support their continued growth at Logistics Hub. These lettings follow the recent occupation of an 18,940 sq ft unit by a national parcel delivery company, bringing further momentum to the estate and adding to the impressive list of occupiers already based at Howley Park. Bruce Strachan,

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