Huge new development unveiled at Kirkstall Forge

PLANS for a major new development at the site of the former Kirkstall Forge in Leeds were unveiled today at a property convention in the south of France
By The Newsroom
Published 16th Mar 2010, 12:45 BST

Developer Commercial Estates Group (CEG) will create family homes and 300,000 sq ft of commercial office space on the 56-acre plot – one of the oldest industrial sites in Britain.

The scheme is said to be among the most ambitious yet seen in Leeds and will include a new railway station, set to open by the end of 2012.

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Charles Johnson, development manager of CEG said: "Once the railway station is operational, Kirkstall Forge will be only a six minute journey from Leeds city centre.

"This, together with the riverside frontage and facilities such as a gym, crche, hotel, restaurants and bars makes it an ideal location for business.

"There is over 400 years of industrial history here and it's important that we use this setting, the woodland landscape and waterfront and also provide a variety of modern facilities in order to create a unique commercial environment."

Anne Staton, Leeds City Council's business investment manager said: "Kirkstall Forge is a great location offering public and private sector occupiers a high quality alternative to a city centre location. It is a major development, which will be served by excellent transport links, and has the potential to attract significant inward investment to the city."

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