Search for tenants to fill empty town centre units

BUSINESSES are being sought to occupy key new shops in a Northumberland town centre.

- JAMES ROBINSON

Bedlington’s market place project has been completed by Advance Northumberland, and includes six apartments and four retail units.

While all of the houses have been let, only bakery chain Greggs has taken one of the retail units. Advance, which is Northumberland County Council’s development company, is currently marketing the units and has claimed interest in them is high.

Steven Harrison, CEO at Advance Northumberland, said: “This is a significant step forward for Bedlington. The completion of this development not only improves the fabric of the town but also provides real opportunities for local businesses and residents alike.

“We're already seeing increased interest in the available units and are confident this will act as a catalyst for further regeneration. All six apartments are let and we have now commenced marketing the retail units beneath.