The South East In My View by Simon Fryer, owner of Bracknell’s Fryer Commercial ARLINGTON SQUARE BRACKNELL RG12 1WA


converted into flats, resulting in smaller but better quality stock. Many landlords have taken the bull by the horns and fully fitted and furnished vacant offices, a quicker and easier solution for tenants, and often better value and less time consuming than tenants doing their own fitouts.


Highly flexible newly refurbished Grade A workspaces enhanced by exceptional shared amenities


2,300–31,000 sq ft


So a reduced but wide ranging supply is offered at rents of £20 psf pa to mid £30’s – plenty of variety and cost levels to suit all.


ONE + THREE Arlington Square, Bracknell. Best in class, to include restaurant and a padel tennis court!


I have been talking to Simon Fryer, owner of Bracknell’s Fryer Commercial, a veteran of Berkshire’s commercial property market since the 1970’s who told us that Bracknell has become an interesting office market in recent years, primarily as a result of the excellent Lexicon retail centre.


A smaller town than its near neighbours, it suffers no traffic congestion and is best placed for the M3 and M4 motorways.


Good local bus services and a multitude of attractive bicycle routes. Also a supportive and progressive Council and a large successful Business Improvement District, (BID).


As with other towns, much of the poorer office supply has been


Additionally, due to hybrid working, in response to that and the resultant downsizing by some companies, many landlords have divided larger suites into smaller ones, with improved on site amenities, restaurants, break out/’play’ areas, EV charge points and even a padel tennis court in Arlington Square.


Many companies are keen to attract particularly the younger staff, graduates/trainees etc back into the office, and landlords are reacting by attempting to provide more of a ‘home from home’ feel to their office offer.


2023 was a relatively good year for office lettings (take-up); 2024 currently less so, partly due, I feel, to the initial uncertainty of the general election date and now uncertainty as to some of the new government’s policies.


As I write this in early September, as usual, there is a considerable increase in office viewings, now the summer holidays are over.


Orbit Southern, Success in the Southeast Orbit Southern are Developments, a


proud subsidiary of Orbit


the


UK’s leading commercial property providers and have specialized in delivering high-quality, modern office spaces for over 50 years. As a family-run business, the mission is to offer a service tailored to businesses of all sizes, supported by an experienced and knowledgeable team.


Fitted office spaces for all businesses, whatever the size At Orbit Southern, we understand that every business has unique needs. From start-ups, looking to expand or downsize, to international organizations looking to relocate. We aim to help you find an office space that not only meets your requirements but also supports your growth, ensuring you get the best value without sacrificing quality.


Prime, Locations in the South East Our diverse portfolio includes office spaces situated in convenient locations across the Southeast of England, including Heathrow Airport, Ascot, Brentford, and Redhill. Each location offers excellent transport links to Central London and the motorways and easy access to local amenities.


Recent success


Since the beginning of 2024, we’ve successfully completed over 30,000 sq ft of deals across the South West, with whole wings being completed in both Maidenhead and Egham. The deal in Egham was especially successful as


30 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MONTHLY 2024 this was completed within 5 weeks of Heads of terms being agreed.


Discover Your Ideal Space At Orbit Southern, we offer a variety of office solutions, including fully furnished modern suites and spaces that you can customise according to your style and needs. We aim to provide an environment that fosters productivity, regardless of the size of your business.


Many of our locations feature amenities designed to support a balanced work-life. Enjoy lunchtime exercise classes, monthly food trucks, seasonal events, and facilities for coffee breaks, with some of our sites even offering Peloton bikes for all occupiers to use, free of charge.


To learn more about our properties and how we can assist your business, please visit our website or contact our Leasing Director Dylan Laing dylan.laing@emerson.co.uk


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