A new coffee shop and a successful property development company are the latest businesses to sign up to Crown Passages, a modern mixed-use development located just off the main high street in Hale.  Situated immediately next to the village’s main car park, opposite Hale’s new library and community centre, Crown Passages was formerly Hogan’s Restaurant. In 2018, Rostherne based Forward Property Group acquired the site and began a comprehensive programme of renovation and modernisation transforming the building into ten modern units. Coffee B is the next project from successful Manchester city centre restaurant La Bandera, famed for its Spanish food…

International colour and balayage expert, Callum Heslop has chosen Forward Property Group’s King Street development in Knutsford as the destination for his first solo hair salon. With over seven years salon experience in London, Manchester and internationally, Callum is passionate about promoting healthy hair above everything else. This ethos has gained him a dedicated following and an extensive client list which includes celebrity faces and social influencers with hundreds of thousands of followers. Says Callum, “I’ve been looking for the perfect spot for my own salon for some time. It was very important to me to select a location that…

An expert ultrasound and private midwifery clinic has opened at Forward Property Group’s dynamic new retail development Crown Passages in Hale. Starlight Ultrasound is owned and run by Laura Gardner; a Clinical Specialist Sonographer and senior Registered Midwife.  The clinic offers professional pregnancy and diagnostic scanning services which are underpinned by medical analysis from fully qualified practitioners. Starlight Ultrasound was established at the start of 2019 and opened its first branch in Bury.  Since launch, Laura and her team, which includes husband Ben and sister Nina, have established a widespread reputation for excellence with clients prepared to travel long distances…

A thriving Hale based luxury dog grooming salon is taking a second lease with Forward Property Group to open a new branch in Knutsford. The Canine Cutting Club was established in 2018 by female entrepreneur, Bracken Tighe and offers a comprehensive range of grooming services for all dogs, regardless of breed or size. The company launched in Stockton Heath and then opened in Forward Property Group’s premises at 163 Hale Road in Hale last year. Now, after a successful 12 months, the company is expanding to Forward Property Group’s newly renovated premises on King Street in Knutsford Town Centre and…

Following further investment and refurbishment by Forward Property Group, a number of high quality offices are now available for rent at prestigious Denzell House in Altrincham. The beautiful Grade II listed building sits within 11 acres of stunning landscaped grounds and gardens, which are accessed via a private road off the A56. The M56/M6 is a short drive away, as is Manchester International Airport and Altrincham Town Centre. Tenants benefit from high quality communal spaces including a grand entrance and modern kitchens and bathrooms. There is also a characterful conservatory which can be booked for meetings and is fully equipped…

Forward Property Group has purchased 63-65 King Street in Knutsford, the former home of Broadbents clothing boutique. The Rostherne based business plans to fully renovate and upgrade the building over the next 3 months. The main retail unit will be returned to two single retail units of approximately 600 sq feet each opening on to King Street and a 1,100 sq foot office space to the rear. The upper floors overlooking King Street, comprise two office units which have already been let. There are two further spaces of approximately 200 sq ft, opposite The Cheese Yard, one of which is…

Luxury dog grooming business, Canine Cutting Club, will be opening in the centre of Hale this July having taken a lease with Forward Property Group at its prominent high street retail unit, 163 Ashley Road. Following on from a highly successful business launch in Stockton Heath, Warrington, the business, run by Bracken Tighe, is opening a second outlet offering a whole host of grooming offerings for furry four-legged friends, however large or small. Renowned for going above and beyond, and putting the welfare of your pooch at the heart of all her services, Bracken will be offering an extensive menu…

Renowned for combining state-of-the-art technology, professionals at the height of their career and luxury surroundings, Hale Dental Clinic is now adding an advanced dental teaching arm to its business in the heart of Hale. The cutting-edge clinic is a tenant of Forward Property Group and occupies the upper floors at 163 Ashley Road. Work is underway to expand the Clinic’s already exquisite space into neighbouring offices in order to include a purpose-designed teaching academy specialising in implants. Owner and Director, Richard Brookshaw is a highly skilled dental implant surgeon, having placed more than 5,000 implants to date. He remains one…

In line with Government directive, The Forward Property Group and its residential property arm, Planetree Homes, are working from home for the foreseeable future and would like to reassure all tenants, customers and colleagues that the team are available to them to assist with any queries and to support them during this difficult time. If you would like to contact the team, the most effective route is by email using the main email address – info@forwardpropertygroup.com – which will be redirected to the most relevant contact for your enquiry.  Alternatively, please prefix @forwardpropertygroup.com with the first name of the person…

The sale of the final home at The Orchard, our development of seven homes off Cedarfield Road in Lymm is complete and the new residents have moved in. The Orchard is the work of our residential property arm, Planetree Homes, and is one of many developments crafted in Cheshire’s prestigious towns and villages over the last twenty years. Dom Centeleghe (pictured) of Planetree Homes, he says, “We’re very proud of the high-calibre of our homes and The Orchard is a fine example of our approach.   “It’s a considered combination of fantastic location, appealing and timeless architecture, quality craftsmanship and attention…

THE ANNOUNCEMENTS AFFECTING SMALL BUSINESSES AND THOSE IN THE RETAIL/LEISURE INDUSTRIES Chancellor Rishi Suna last week delivered his first Budget in the House of Commons with several significant announcements affecting small businesses and those operating in the retail and leisure sectors. The Chancellor announced a ‘business rates holiday’ for those operating in the retail, leisure and hospitality sectors with a rateable value of less than £51,000. This includes shops, cinemas, theatres, restaurants, art galleries, gyms, caravan parks, cafes, small hotels, sports clubs and night clubs – all business that would be hard hit if customers chose to stay away to…

Planetree Homes, the residential property development arm of Forward Property Group, has agreed a sale on the final property at The Orchard, its development in Lymm, Cheshire. The Orchard sits in a private enclave off Cedarfield Road and comprises seven three and four bedroom three-storey townhouses split into two blocks of three and four dwellings. The new homes feature traditional style architecture in keeping with the local residential area, and have been constructed in an attractive rustic brick with stone cills and door arches. Inside, the homes offer spacious and light filled modern style living accommodation with open plan kitchen/diners,…

The Forward Property Group has commenced the final phase of the redevelopment of the former Hogan’s restaurant at Crown Passages in Hale. In late 2018 the former restaurant building went on the open market. Although in need of full renovation, Forward Property Group spotted the potential to transform the building into high quality contemporary retail, leisure and commercial office space suited to entrepreneurial small to medium sized local businesses. It’s fantastic location, just off the main high street and lying adjacent to the main public car park, will be of benefit to all manner of potential businesses, from traditional village…

An innovative new ‘artists hub’ aimed at providing easily accessible space for artists and musicians with disabilities and on low incomes has taken up residence in Forward Property Group’s premises on Grosvenor Road in Altrincham. The former warehouse has been let to A4 Studios, a not-for-profit community interest company founded by four artists and entrepreneurs. A4 Studios will provide 22 wheelchair accessible ground floor studios with a further 10 studios located on the mezzanine. These fully serviced studios will be accessible 24 hours a day and will provide well-lit, secure, wi-fi equipped facilities for artists and makers in the Trafford…

Planetree Homes, the residential property development arm of Forward Property Group, has revealed artists impressions of its development of architect designed luxurious new build homes in Lymm. The properties are due for completion this Summer. A total of seven homes will be constructed in a coveted location off Cedarfield Road, comprising six three bedroom homes and one four bedroom home. Each home will provide living space across three floors and has been designed with the modern family very much in mind, whilst also being sympathetic to the local area and architecture. The three-bedroom townhouses offer a choice of layouts. “Type…

Forward Property Group has now let all of its high quality office accommodation at St Baldred’s Hall on Ashley Road in Hale. The characterful Victorian building, which was built in 1883 as a ‘Home for Girls’, was purchased by the Group in 2009 and has recently been comprehensively refurbished to offer smart office premises for small to medium sized businesses. The last suite, an 1800ft2 space on the ground floor has been occupied by High Access Maintenance Ltd The building’s distinctive red brick façade, large windows and high ceilings have made it a popular choice with businesses looking for an…

Planetree Homes, the residential development arm of Forward Property Group, has achieved planning permission for a high quality development of seven new build homes off Cedarfield Road in Lymm. The new scheme will provide a choice of three and four bedroom three-storey townhouses split into two blocks of three and four dwellings. The design of the new homes has been inspired by the local architecture and borrows many of its most attractive elements to ensure the new arrivals are in harmony with their established neighbours. A choice of four different designs of property will be offered, each providing versatile and…

Denzell House on Dunham Road in Bowdon is now fully let. The final two office suites within the beautiful Grade II listed building were occupied earlier this month by new tenants Garston Entertainment Ltd and Urban Design & Consult Ltd. Leading commercial landlords, Forward Property Group, acquired Denzell House in Spring 2015. The building has a long and interesting history; it was originally constructed in 1874 and was a private home up to 1936 when it was bequeathed to the local council. It was used by the local health service until it was converted into offices in 1989. Since acquiring…

‘Forward Presents’, the monthly property industry networking lunch staged at Manchester’s prestigious St James’s Club, every second Tuesday of the month.Uniting senior decision makers and influencers from all areas of the property world, the lunch allows friends, colleagues and associates, old and new, to catch up, network and discuss topical industry and business issues over a delicious three-course lunch.The event is one of the highlights of the social calendar, with its welcoming and friendly atmosphere proving conducive to beneficial business dealing, as well as good conversation and plenty of banter!Each lunch welcomes a guest speaker, invited to share their wealth…