New chapter for Gratterpalm as agency moves HQ into city

The Leeds-based firm, which is currently based in Kirkstall, is relocating to the city centre in the summer after securing a lease on the second floor of No.1 Leeds, Whitehall.

The company, which works with some of the biggest names in retail and employs 145 staff, said it had outgrown its current building.

It said the move to the new premises means it will have more space for its employees and there is also an option to take on additional space in the building.

It added that the new central location, which was closer to the motorway network and public transport links, would be more convenient for staff and clients.

Gordon Bethell, managing partner of Gratterpalm, said: “We have been looking for a centrally-located, easily-accessible building which could be occupied cost-effectively.

“We have been very impressed with the running costs of No.1 Leeds, which has undoubtedly justified the relocation. We have access to our new office from May 1, but as we don’t have to leave our current premises straight away, we can ensure there is minimal disruption to our colleagues and clients alike.”

Gareth Healey, managing partner at Gratterpalm, added: “We unveiled our new home at No.1 Leeds to our staff on January 30 and we couldn’t have hoped for a better response.

“This move is very significant to the company and marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Gratterpalm’s history.

“The next 12 months and beyond promise to be momentous for the company and we’re looking forward to building a bigger and brighter future for our company, our colleagues and our clients.”

Established in 1978, Gratterpalm focuses on brands and retailers and counts Asda, DFS, Greggs and Morphy Richards among its clients.

Last year, Asda hired the company to target the student market by providing artwork to promote the company’s in-store Student Shop.

Gratterpalm was also behind a campaign to re-launch office supplies brand, Viking, which is the direct mail and e-commerce channel of Office Depot.

In addition, it won the brief to develop a social media campaign for the Butterkist brand. Manufacturer Tangerine Confectionery updated its TV commercial based around the strapline, ‘You can’t resist Butterkist’.