Acquisition of Cooper's Studio, Newcastle

November 2019

The Fund acquired Cooper’s Studios, an office building in Newcastle at a purchase price of £4.7 million which reflects a yield to the Fund of 6.5%. The building comprises an architecturally significant former carriage repositary and continues our strategy of investing in enduring heritage buildings favoured by occupiers, with proven alternative uses. The property is let to Ryder Architecture Limited until 2033. Ryder Architecture is the largest regional architectural practice in the UK and have been in occupation of the property since 2009. The rent reflects £18.72 per sq ft which we believe is low for a major regional city. It is located 200 metres from Newcastle railway station.