YORKSHIRE BUSINESSES EXPAND AT HOWLEY PARK ESTATE

On May 28, 2026   /   Commercial, Industrial  

Two Yorkshire businesses have expanded their operations at Howley Park Estate in Morley, taking more than 17,000 sq ft of industrial space at the Logistics Hub development. Total Resource (UK) Limited has taken 8,586 sq ft at Unit 7, relocating from its previous Leeds depot. The company supplies traffic management and maintenance equipment across the UK and will use the premises as a combined storage, servicing and office facility. Thermo King UK Limited has relocated from South Kirkby to Unit 6, comprising 8,488 sq ft. The business specialises in the servicing and maintenance of refrigerated units for commercial vehicles and has fitted out the unit to provide workshop space, secure parking and improved customer vehicle handling facilities. Both businesses cited the estate’s accessibility, extensive yard space and proximity to Junction 28 of the M62 as key factors in their decision to relocate. Bruce Strachan, Property Director at Pullans, said: “Demand remains strong for industrial space that can support a range of operational requirements while providing occupiers with the flexibility to grow. It’s particularly positive to see Yorkshire businesses investing in their future and expanding within the region. We’re pleased to welcome both Total Resource and Thermo King UK to Howley

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TOGETHER WOMEN MARKS 20 YEARS WITH MOVE TO JOSEPHS WELL

On April 17, 2026   /   Commercial  

Together Women are celebrating its 20th anniversary with a move to a new, larger home at Joseph’s Well, creating a more connected space to support women across the region. The Yorkshire and Humber charity has relocated its Leeds base from 13 Park Square East after outgrowing its previous offices, reflecting both the growth of its team and increasing demand for its services. We are delighted to have agreed a lease for 4,931 sq ft and delivered the design and fit out of the new workspace. The tailored environment includes meeting rooms, consultation spaces, showers and kitchen facilities, supporting both staff and service users. The move provides Together Women with a central, accessible base, close to transport links, enabling the organisation to expand its services and strengthen collaboration with partners. The new space will support more group sessions, one-to-one support and partnership working, helping deliver more coordinated support for women facing complex challenges. Rokaiya Khan, Chief Executive Officer at Together Women, said:“Joseph’s Well is the right home for us in this next chapter. It gives us a great space in the heart of Leeds to grow our work and build even stronger, more joined-up support around women. As we reach 20

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APSLEY HOUSE FULLY LET FOLLOWING TWO MAJOR OFFICE LETTINGS IN LEEDS

On February 10, 2026   /   Commercial  

We have completed two significant lettings at Apsley House on Wellington Street in Leeds, bringing the landmark city centre office building to full occupancy. Lantern Group has expanded and relocated its head office to occupy the entire third floor (10,360 sq ft), while adult education and training provider Aim2Learn has taken the whole first floor (14,340 sq ft). Together, the deals total 24,700 sq ft and complete the building’s occupier line-up alongside Accenture, Carter Towler, Image Sound and KVH Media. Apsley House is a historic Grade II listed building in Leeds’ prime professional and business district. Originally designed at the turn of the 20th century by architect George Carson as a wholesale department store, the building has been carefully repurposed to provide high-quality contemporary office space. Its flexible, characterful environment continues to attract ambitious organisations to Leeds city centre. Bruce Strachan, our Property Director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Lantern Group and Aim2Learn to Apsley House and to see the building fully let. These lettings demonstrate the continued appeal of distinctive, well-located buildings in Leeds city centre and the important role they play in supporting growing businesses. Apsley House has developed a strong occupier community, and we are pleased

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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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