🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Sorbon Estates has acquired the freehold of St. Martin’s Centre, Caversham – a vibrant retail and leisure hub at the heart of the community. Home to Waitrose, specialist independents, and a thriving artisan market, this centre continues to go from strength to strength. Hicks Baker is thrilled to remain involved, continuing our long-standing relationship with the centre after nearly 15 years of success. A huge welcome to Sorbon Estates, who share a vision of enhancing the centre’s offering for tenants and the local community. 📍 Discover more about St. Martin’s Centre and its latest developments here: https://zurl.co/mBcIu #StMartinsCentre #Caversham #RetailSuccess #HicksBaker #PropertyNews
Hicks Baker
Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
Reading, Berkshire 499 followers
Hicks Baker provides all the expertise required to meet the varied requirements of developers, investors and occupiers.
About us
Hicks Baker provides all the expertise required to meet the varied requirements of developers, investors and occupiers. We provide an extensive range of commercial property services focused around transactions, management and consultancy. Based in Reading, the ‘capital’ of the Thames Valley, we cover the key property sectors including office, industrial and retail. Not only do we have an intimate knowledge of the local and regional market, our expertise extends beyond the Thames Valley acting for international and national clients throughout the UK. We produce regular market research and analysis which can be viewed on our website.
- Website
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http://www.hicksbaker.co.uk
External link for Hicks Baker
- Industry
- Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Reading, Berkshire
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- Office & Industrial agency, Retail & Leisure agency, Corporate relocation & acquisition, Development, Investment, Property management & outsourcing, Business rates, Landlord & Tenant, Valuation, Rent reviews, and Lease renewals/re-gearing
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John Adams House
29 Castle Street
Reading, Berkshire RG1 7SB, GB
Employees at Hicks Baker
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Fiona Brownfoot
Owner, Hicks Baker
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Stephen Head
Consultant at Hicks Baker
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Dominic Faires (MRICS)
Director at Hicks Baker. Helping businesses find property solutions across the Thames Valley and Wider South East Regions.
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Richard Duncan MRICS
Helping Retail Investors secure higher returns on their properties. Helping ‘bricks and mortar’ Retail Occupiers find their next property. All…
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📢 Have your say on the future of commercial property law! The Law Commission has launched a consultation on reforming the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, one of the most significant pieces of legislation for business tenants and landlords. With the Act turning 70, it’s time to ask: does it still meet the needs of today’s market? The consultation is open until 19 February 2025. Don’t miss your chance to shape the future of business tenancies. Learn more: https://zurl.co/Nbri #CommercialProperty #BusinessLaw #LandlordAndTenantAct #Consultation #LawReform
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🏠 Government Housing Targets: Ambitious but Unlikely to Deliver? Giles Blagden of Hicks Baker joined a panel of business leaders in South East Business Insider to discuss the state of the real estate market. The conversation explored the ambitious government housing targets, the realities of delivering on these promises, and the current trends shaping both residential and commercial property sectors. Discover insights into what lies ahead for the industry and the impact of shifting government policies. 👉 https://zurl.co/JdIB #PropertyMarket #RealEstateInsights #HicksBaker #SouthEastBusinessInsider
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🚀Securing Strategic Growth Space for Oxford BioTherapeutics Discover how Hicks Baker helped Oxford BioTherapeutics, a leader in immuno-oncology, find their ideal lab and office space at the prestigious Oxford Science Park. From identifying off-market opportunities to negotiating competitive lease terms and managing a seamless transition, our team ensured their rapid expansion stayed on track. Client Testimonial: "Hicks Baker delivered the solution on a very short timeframe... client-focused and excellent at communication. We’d be happy to use them again!" 🔗 Read the full case study and see how we can support your business growth: https://zurl.co/2crH #CaseStudy #OxfordBioTherapeutics #CommercialProperty #BusinessGrowth #LabSpace #OfficeSpace
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Retail Market Update Q3 2024: New Trends & Insights with a Spotlight on Windsor 📊 From the latest budget shifts to growth in fast-food and convenience sectors, the retail market is seeing big moves! In Windsor, where retail has rebounded well post-Covid, vacancy rates are now among the lowest in the UK. Hicks Baker is proud to be part of notable transactions, including securing new tenants on Peascod Street. Read our full market commentary here: Retail Market Commentary Q3 2024 🔗https://zurl.co/3TKd #RetailTrends #WindsorRetail #HicksBaker #MarketCommentary
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Scaling Up Success for Dice Medical Communications 🚀 When Dice Medical Communications needed a larger space for their growing team, Hicks Baker found a solution within their existing building, avoiding a disruptive move. By negotiating favourable lease terms, we secured a custom-designed office space that fosters creativity and supports their growth. Want to learn more about this successful expansion? 💡 Follow this link to read the full case study: https://zurl.co/5jNC Contact Dominic Faires at Hicks Baker today at d.faires@hicksbaker.co.uk or call 0118 959 6144. #OfficeExpansion #CaseStudy #RealEstateSolutions #Growth
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Responding to Today’s Office Occupiers 🏢✨ The pandemic has transformed the office market, making flexible working essential for attracting top talent! 💼🌟 Today’s offices are shifting from simple workspaces to collaborative hubs. Occupiers now seek “better than home” experiences with enhanced amenities like cafes, gyms, and bookable meeting rooms. 🚀 Landlords are adapting by improving transport connectivity and ESG credentials. Notable examples include One Station Hill in Reading and Tempo in Maidenhead, both featuring excellent amenities and sustainability. 🌿🚉 For insights on local office trends, read our article here:🔗 https://zurl.co/a76Y For office space advice, contact Dominic Faires at 07967 375962 or email d.faires@hicksbaker.co.uk. #OfficeTrends #FlexibleWorking #HicksBaker
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Hicks Baker is delighted to announce that the company has been recognised as the leader in "Retail Lettings Berkshire" for both Q3 and Year-To-Date rankings in 2024 by EG, a leading data and intelligence provider. If you’re seeking a retail location in the Thames Valley area, contact the best and get in touch today: info@hicksbaker.co.uk
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🔑 Planning for a Lease Renewal? We’ve Got You Covered! Our latest article is packed with essential advice on how to navigate lease renewals effectively. Whether your lease is protected under the Landlord and Tenant Act or not, planning ahead is crucial. Discover top tips from our Head of Lease Advisory, Adam Schofield, and learn how early strategy can secure the best terms for both landlords and tenants. Head over to our website to download the full article now: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTa4Sqss #CommercialProperty #LeaseRenewal #PropertyManagement #HicksBaker #LeaseAdvisory #RealEstate
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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 The Honesty Cafe has opened its doors at the iconic Horlicks Quarter in Slough! This new community hub is the perfect place to connect, enjoy great coffee, and celebrate the rich heritage of the former factory. ☕️🏛️ Fiona Brownfoot, our Retail Director at Hicks Baker who facilitated the deal for Honesty Group, is actively seeking similar opportunities to expand the presence of vibrant, community-focused retail spaces. Read more here: https://zurl.co/zjq3 #HonestyCafe #HorlicksQuarter #CommunityHub #Slough #NewOpening #CoffeeLovers #Heritage #CommercialProperty
Honesty Cafe Opens at Horlicks Quarter, Slough - Hicks Baker
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