Redcliffe Wharf, central Bristol’s last remaining waterfront site, is finally to be developed following selection of Complex Development Projects (CDP) as the city council’s preferred developer.
And a local brewery is already hoping to secure one of the waterside bar/restaurant units to use as a micro brewery while a proposed office building on the site is attracting considerable interest.
The historic and sensitive site, close to St Mary Redcliffe church, has remained derelict for more than 20 years with continual debate over the most suitable development.
London-based CDP specialises in the partnership regeneration of difficult sites and is well suited to bring forward a high-quality development with the council, taking account of the views of local groups.
CDP managing director Ian Harrabin said: “This is the jewel in Bristol’s crown. It has a fantastic setting on the Floating Harbour and the location, close to both the Temple Meads station and at the gateway to the city centre, is second to none.”
CDP’s mixed use development proposals include a Grade A 34,000 sq ft office building with two separate restaurant units and a mix of retail/workshop/small office units.
In addition, 14 apartments will be created in converted warehouses and new buildings, all having outstanding harbour views.
The plans incorporate the redevelopment of two buildings already on the site, one of which was used to build the replica of John Cabot’s The Matthew.
Property agents CBRE’s Bristol office has been appointed as the commercial agent on the scheme.
CBRE’s director for development and regeneration in Bristol, Caroline Mitchell-Sanders, said: “Redcliffe Wharf is in a great location offering a unique waterside environment of considerable historical importance. The offices will stand above everything else available in the city as the best landmark building, built to very high environmental standards. They are ideal for a single occupier who wants to make a statement in the city. The leisure units in particular offer a great opportunity that will appeal to innovative and entrepreneurial restaurant or café owners.”
Work on the development is due to start next year.
