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| Casino Opportunities |
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We assessed the market opportunities for introducing a ‘resort style casino’ in light of the Budd Review. As part of the study process we carried out a benchmarking exercise (using examples in Australia, South Africa and the USA), a market assessment, a detailed consultation exercise and examined operational issues.
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| Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (DERA) |
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Completed a detailed site appraisal and viability assessment for a mixed use site in Gosport. The study included a detailed appraisal of the local economy, competing tourism facilities and extensive consultation with potential user groups. |
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| Kuwaiti National Cinema Company |
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We provided strategic business and development advice to KNCC and the property development company Ajial Real Estate and Entertainment Company. We carried out research into the leisure markets in Kuwait and provided masterplanning, feasibility studies and financial modelling for a number of development sites in Kuwait.
The largest scheme involved the re-development of a drive-in cinema site includes a new multi screen cinema complex, bowling, family entertainment, restaurants, retail and ancillary leisure. Project development value Kd 22 million. |
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| Motorway Service Area |
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We analysed the motorway service area (MSA) market and competitive landscape to determine the ideal catering and retail mix for this MSA. We developed and implemented a successful strategy to attract tenants to lease catering and retail units.
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| Pinewood Studios |
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Our involvement included the overall master planning of the Studios, successful Local Plan objections to achieve Green Belt boundary revision and a negotiated planning consent to facilitate this £35 million project. We provided the Expert Witness and evidence to the South Bucks Local Plan Inquiry and instructed leading Counsel under Direct Access. |
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| Rank Leisure Worlds |
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Rank pioneered the concept to group together a broad range of commercial and recreational leisure facilities under one roof. The concept is now being tailored to vary the mix according to the site or property and the characteristics of the local catchment. We were responsible for the development and implementation of a new catering outlet within the Hotshots and Jumpin’ Jaks entertainment venue in Brighton.
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| Site Appraisal, Midlands |
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Working for Leicestershire County Council we were commissioned to carry out a site appraisal. One of the objectives was to assess whether the site could add to the critical mass of leisure/tourism products in the wider area.
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| St Modwen Properties |
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Working for St Modwen Properties we carried out a leisure and tourism options review for a 190 hectare site in the Midlands. The work focused on carrying out a strategic and market review to identify end leisure and tourism uses and the potential mix for the site. |
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| The Kuwait Tennis Federation |
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We assisted in the masterplanning and business strategy for the planning stage of a new National Tennis Centre for Kuwait.
This includes a mix of indoor and outdoor courts, a centre court, international tennis resort and a country club for local members
with multi purpose halls, restaurants and retail areas. Overall project cost circa £50 million.
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| Tony Roma’s |
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We located the first site for the UK operation of this international restaurant chain. |
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| Top Golf |
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Top Golf is the first of a new generation of leisure centres aimed at golfers of all abilities and non-golfers looking for a new leisure activity. We sourced the first UK site for Top Golf and negotiated its purchase. |
