Coverdale Barclay attends Bisnow’s Later Living Conference 2024

Having attended Bisnow’s Later Living Conference, which gathered professionals from across later living real estate to discuss the outlook for the sector, Coverdale Barclay’s Account Director Alexander Peel recounts the event and offers his thoughts. There were two fascinating panel discussions at Bisnow’s Later Living Conference, the first centring on investment trends and the second […]

BOXHALL City looking for food and drink partners

Applications are now open to be a food and drink partner at BOXHALL City, the brand new foodie concept from the BOXPARK team.   The food hall, set to open in spring 2025, will feature 13 spaces available for innovative, premium brands in the historic Metropolitan Arcade. Aside from these spaces, BOXHALL City will also […]

We’re hiring for a new Account Executive

We have a new position available for an ambitious Account Executive or Senior Account Executive working with our talented team of PR and engagement professionals. See below for more information on the position, and how to apply.   About Coverdale Barclay Coverdale Barclay is an independent communications agency which specialises in the built environment. We […]

Stockport MDC celebrates five years of successful town centre regeneration

This week, Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) – Greater Manchester’s first MDC, and the first nationwide to focus on town centre regeneration – celebrated its fifth birthday with some major news: the GMCA has confirmed its support of the MDC zone tripling in size, and doubling its housing ambitions.   Having successfully led the regeneration […]

The Budget and the built environment: key takeaways

Much of the discussion around Rachel Reeves’ autumn Budget in the national press has rightly focused on the major themes: rising taxes, a redefinition of the government’s own fiscal rules, and a considerable increase in public spending. But digging down into the detail, which specific policies will affect the built environment most directly?     Coverdale […]

BOXPARK appoints Coverdale Barclay

We’ve been appointed to work with BOXPARK to help refine the brand strategy and launch their new concept BOXHALL City. BOXHALL City will offer a carefully-curated line-up of quality food concepts and retailers, aiming to redefine the food hall experience. The destination, located in the historic Metropolitan Arcade in Liverpool Street will house independent and […]

The proposed NPPF changes – an opportunity for developers

Stakeholder Engagement expert, Rowan Cole, offers his insight on the proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework. By Rowan Cole The opportunity to influence planning policy, by commenting on the proposed changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), ends soon with the consultation closing on 24th September. Once the consultation ends, it’s anticipated […]

Full steam ahead for our Placefirst

It’s been a busy week of news for our client Placefirst, a developer and operator of rental homes. The company has completed a new scheme in Lancashire dubbed Bay Mill, and has also completed the final stage of its iconic Welsh Streets regeneration project in Liverpool – part of a collaborative masterplan conceived in 2016 […]

We’re hiring – Junior Account Manager

Our talented team of public relations experts, stakeholder engagement specialists and marketing professionals is looking for a bright and ambitious Junior Account Manager to join us in delivering strategic communications programmes for the built environment Role Description This is a full-time, permanent role as a Junior Account Manager. We will consider applications from Senior Account […]

London Designer Outlet in Wembley Park ends a blockbuster summer

London Designer Outlet in Wembley Park ends a blockbuster summer on with August sales toppling over the £10m mark for the first time outside of December.  This milestone was fuelled by LDO’s vibrant summer programme, which coincided with major events at Wembley Stadium featuring global stars like Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, AC/DC, and Green Day. […]