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distances to both M6 and M65, linking businesses quickly to Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside and the broader North West economy. For logis- tics operators and manufacturers, that level of connectivity can signifi- cantly reduce transport times and operational costs.
It is a factor that continues to influence site selection decisions across the industrial sector.
“The enquiries we’re receiving at Botany Hill suggest that Chorley is mov- ing from a ‘strong alternative’ to a ‘first-choice’ location. By positioning themselves here, companies aren’t just gaining a warehouse; they’re gaining a logistical vantage point that makes the entire North West cor- ridor accessible within a single drive-time window. It’s about operational agility as much as it is about postcodes.”
As a result, Botany Bay Business Park is increasingly positioned as a strategic location for companies seeking a North West base.
Looking ahead: opportunities in Phase 2
While the first buildings at Botany Hill are nearing completion, the next stage of the development is already moving forward.
Phase 2 of the scheme will introduce design-and-build opportunities for occupiers looking for something more bespoke.
Rather than adapting to an existing building, businesses will be able to work with FI Property Group to design facilities tailored to their specific operational needs, reflecting a growing trend within the industrial market, where occupiers increasingly want buildings that match their processes and long-term growth strategies.
“Every business operates slightly differently,” says Knowles. “With design- and-build opportunities, companies can create facilities that are exactly right for them. It gives them the flexibility to plan ahead.”
A long-term investment in Chorley
For FI Property Group, the development of Botany Hill is about more than delivering new buildings. It forms part of a wider ambition to strengthen Chorley’s position as a key commercial location within the North West.
By providing high-quality industrial and logistics space, the Botany Bay Business Park development is attracting a diverse range of businesses to the area, supporting jobs and long-term economic activity.
“Chorley has always had strong fundamentals as a business location. What we’re doing with Botany Hill is building on that and creating modern space that helps companies operate efficiently and grow.”
With Phase 1 due to complete in Spring 2026 and Phase 2 now offering design-and-build opportunities, Botany Hill is set to play a significant role in shaping the next chapter of Chorley’s commercial development story.
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