Top Properties


From time to time we produce articles focusing on a specific commercial property. We may also showcase our featured properties in this category too. In addition you will find features about agents in the Top Properties category.


Accor Ventures into UK Hotel Industry with First Adagio Property

Posted on 30 March, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Top Properties

The UK hotel industry experienced a boom last summer with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations and the Olympic Games drawing visitors from around the world to experience the country’s culture. And while the Summer of Sport may be over, the hotel... Read More

Preston Bus Station Bid Rejected

Posted on 27 March, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

Time appears to be running out for Preston’s bus station after a millionaire’s bid to buy it was formally rejected by the council. Simon Rigby hoped to prevent the demolition of the 1960s building by purchasing it for £1 together with a pledge to... Read More

Future of Malmaison and Hotel Du Vin Secured by American Buyer

Posted on 24 March, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Top Properties

Hotel operator Malmaison has been purchased by an American venture capital firm for a rumoured £180 million which is expected to go a long way in paying off debts accrued by parent company MWB Group Holdings. KSL Capital Partners, from Colorado, is now... Read More

UK Firms Win Contracts for Rio 2016

Posted on 19 March, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Top Properties

The London Olympics may be over, but it appears that Britain will also enjoy an element of involvement in the next Games, which will be held in Rio in 2016. Two of the country’s top architecture firms will work alongside Brazilian companies in order to... Read More

Goodbye West London Hello Central London for the BBC

Posted on 18 March, 2013 by MOVEHUT under Top Properties

The BBC recorded the last news broadcast from its West London Television Centre (TVC) last night. The news bulletin which was broadcast at 10pm yesterday was presented by Mishal Husain. Over the years presenters of the programme have included: Angela Rippon,... Read More

Decision on Preston Bus Station Due Within Weeks

Posted on 13 March, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

A decision will be reached ‘within weeks’ over a millionaires’ last gasp attempt to save Preston bus station it is reported. The 1960s bus station has attracted the support of English Heritage and the Twentieth Century Society since Preston City Council... Read More

Property Firm Bids to Convert Centre Point to Residential Use

Posted on 12 March, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

Property investment and development company Almacantar has launched a second bid to convert London’s infamous Centre Point office building to residential use. Together with partner Frogmore, the firm plans to spend £350m transforming the 34 storey 1960s... Read More

Murray Buys Brothers Wedding Venue to Turn into Luxury Hotel

Posted on 28 February, 2013 by MOVEHUT under Top Properties

Tennis star Andy Murray has bought the hotel where his brother got married and plans to turn it into a luxury five-star hotel. The US Open champion and Olympic gold medallist reportedly paid £1.8 million for the Cromlix House Hotel, which is not far... Read More

Head of the Crown Estate Considers Ten Year Plan

Posted on 27 February, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

The head of the Queen’s extensive property portfolio has revealed she is considering a ten year plan for the £8 billion Crown Estate. Speaking to the Evening Standard Alison Nimmo, the first woman to hold the post, was also keen to highlight the diversity... Read More

Demand is Strong in West End Market

Posted on 13 February, 2013 by Neil Bird under Top Properties

Deals Include Luxury Brands, Restaurants and a Public Loo! Luxury brands competing for Bond Street properties, a shortage of space for Soho restaurants and a public loo that is set to become an ice cream parlour are among the market stories making the... Read More

Learn more about our Top Properties category

Sometimes a commercial property will grab the attention of our writers for a variety of reasons. It may be that it offers a unique selling point or it could be a high end property with an astonishing price tag.

Other reasons might include an interesting history or particular architectural merit. We cover all these types of stories here alongside articles focusing on properties featured in our enhanced listings.

You may also find occasional articles on agents in this category concentrating on one or more of the properties they are currently marketing. So if you want to stay up to date with the all the latest top property stories you will find them right here.