Doncaster 246 set for six-figure refurbishment
Lothian Pension Fund is preparing to refurbish the 248,000 sq ft warehouse in South Yorkshire, which will be available for occupation from Q2 2027.
Located at First Point Business Park, the unit is being marketed by Knight Frank and Avison Young.
The facility fronts Water Vole Way at Junction 3 of the M18, with access to the A6182 White Rose Way and wider motorway network including the A1(M) and M62.
The refurbishment will deliver high-specification, energy-efficient accommodation featuring 20 dock-level access doors, four ground-level loading doors, 118 car parking spaces, 27 trailer parking spaces, and a 50 metre secure yard.
The specification will also include warehouse lighting, 50kN floor loading, a gatehouse, two-storey offices, a sprinkler system and base power capacity of 420kVA, which has previously been upgraded to 2MVA.
The site is being positioned to appeal to industrial, distribution, logistics and manufacturing occupiers seeking large-scale space with motorway connectivity.
According to ONS and Nomis data, Doncaster has a population of 323,016 with a working age population of 198,849 which equates to 61.6%. Residents in employment total 150,000 (79.7%).
Jonathan Bucknall, head of economic development, City of Doncaster Council said: “Millions of customers are right on the doorstep. 75% of the UK population is reachable within a four-hour drive time, plus access to specialist supply chain skills, low operating costs, connectivity, a plentiful supply of land for commercial development and a readily available workforce, is really helping Doncaster build an enviable reputation as a world-class logistics hub.”
Rebecca Schofield, partner at Knight Frank, said: “Doncaster is a logistics hotspot with popular, large-scale distribution centres and excellent motorway links.
“It is perfectly located for the efficient movement of goods throughout the UK and beyond whether by road, rail and sea, making it a prime choice for national supply chain operations. We expect good interest in this refurbished facility.”
Lisa Pollock, asset manager for Lothian Pension Fund, said: “Doncaster 246 is a prime example of our strategy to refurbish and reposition industrial and distribution property in key regional markets.
“By investing significantly in the site, we’ll create a high-quality unit that will appeal to both local, regional and national occupiers seeking accommodation with immediate access to the motorway network. It’s located in a prime position with direct access to the M18 at J3.”
Rob Oliver, principal at Avison Young said: “South Yorkshire is a powerhouse for UK logistics and manufacturing, offering strategic connectivity and a strong industrial base.
“Logistics providers, retailers, or manufacturers will see this industrial space as the ideal solution. It offers businesses a facility that meets operational needs while supporting sustainability and growth.”
