Expansion in the pipeline at Blackburn business centre as work commences

Work is under way on the top floor of The Beehive Business Centre in Blackburn, to create a range of new office suites.

The Beehive is a three-storey business centre offering a range of flexible office suites from two people (163 sq ft) upwards.

The top floor is being divided into suites ranging from 393 sq ft up to 2,707 sq ft to facilitate expansion space for both current occupiers and businesses looking to relocate to the area.

The centre is home to more than 30 different businesses, supporting in excess of 200 jobs.

Whittle Jones is acting on behalf of owner, the Northern Trust Company, and Nick Hemmings, regional property manager with Whittle Jones North West, said: “The Beehive Business Centre is an extremely well located and established asset within the Northern Trust portfolio, which has operated at near full occupancy in recent months.

“The additional space created by subdividing the top floor will offer huge potential for local SME’s who can benefit from a professional modern business environment, with break-out space and EV charging.

“We have already agreed two pre-lets on the top floor, despite the refurbishment only being due for completion by the end of August, which is testament to the high quality space the Business Centre has to offer.”

The Beehive is located close to junction five of the M65, and provides a managed reception and visitor welcome service, along with meeting room facilities.

Donna Jackson, business centre manager, said: “We have seen strong demand for the smaller range of office suites over the last 12 months. The Beehive offers excellent facilities in an easily accessible location, making it the ideal solution for businesses looking to expand or relocate.”