New occupants snap up space at converted mill complex

Dean Clough, a 22-acre former mill complex in Halifax, has confirmed a series of deals totalling nearly 5,000 sq ft with seven independent operators taking on space.

The historic site has reported a surge of interest in recent months as it continues redevelopment.

K Jones Interiors has secured a new base within the recently renovated Bowling Mill Courtyard to provide residential and commercial interior design consultations. Session stylist Dawn Walsh has also taken space for a new hair salon, while beautician, Alina Balika has relocated her studio to Dean Clough.

Dot The Jewellers, which has been designing custom jewellery for over 20 years, has relocated to occupy one of the new retail units at Dean Clough following recent redevelopment of the D Mill Courtyard.

Piece by Piece Physiotherapy has set up a clinic to offer expert help for back pain, osteoarthritis, sports injuries, concussions, and vertigo.

Northpark Pictures has also secured a lease for a new studio at Dean Clough. The film production company makes video and content for brands including McDonalds, Virgin Atlantic, Enterprise and Oxo.

Finally, The Engine Room, a café which has been based at the complex for the last 10 years, has secured a new lease on its 1,130 sq ft premises following new ownership.

Jeremy Hall, chairman and managing director at Dean Clough Ltd, said: “Independent businesses are the life blood of our high street, and we are always keen to offer flexible lease structures to support them.

“We warmly welcome them into the Dean Clough family which continues to provide choice, innovation, diversity, and authenticity for our audiences.

“We are progressing apace to expand the provision of high quality, Grade A workspaces for large and small businesses and we are unique in terms of the doorstep provision which includes considerable cultural experiences.”

Dean Clough Ltd is continuing to invest in the site to deliver more office accommodation alongside spaces for retail, leisure, and cultural amenity.

This includes the introduction of flexible workspaces, outdoor pods with enhanced public realm, and the redevelopment of an historic courtyard.

Current works include redevelopment of five floors in Bowling Mill to provide new office accommodation offering space from 3,366 sq ft up to 54,768 sq ft.