Bradda Capital secures planning consent for Guildford prime office retrofit
- johnmacleod9
- Jul 10
- 2 min read
10 July 2025
Bradda Capital, the UK real estate investment adviser, has secured planning consent
for the comprehensive retrofit of 31 Chertsey Street, a prominent office building in Guildford’s town centre.
The scheme, approved by Guildford Borough Council, involves the transformation of the existing three-storey, 31,000 sq ft office building into a high-quality, future-fit workspace that meets modern occupier needs while respecting its historic town centre setting. Key elements of the retrofit include upgraded amenity space, enhanced sustainability measures and a significant improvement to the building’s streetscape presence.
Designed by Hale Brown Architects, the plans include the removal of the redundant link bridge between 31 Chertsey Street and the adjacent Bottle Works building, creating a more open and attractive streetscape. Externally, the proposals introduce high-quality landscaped amenity areas at ground level, new rear terraces and cycle-friendly facilities.
A central feature of the retrofit is its strong emphasis on sustainability and decarbonisation. It will incorporate 80 rooftop photovoltaic panels and replace gas-powered systems with highly efficient air source heat pumps. In addition, all lighting within the building will be upgraded to low-energy LED systems. These enhancements are expected to cut the building’s carbon emissions by up to 99% and support Bradda Capital’s wider ESG commitments.
The scheme also supports sustainable transport initiatives by reducing onsite car parking and providing 28 new secure cycle spaces alongside new shower and locker facilities. This aligns with Guildford Borough Council’s broader objectives for greener and more connected town centre infrastructure.
Construction is set to start in late summer with completion due in early 2026.
David Phillips, managing director of Bradda Capital, said: “We’re delighted to receive planning consent for this significant refurbishment project focused on decarbonizing the building and reducing its carbon footprint. 31 Chertsey Street is a key asset in our portfolio, and this investment will not only enhance the working environment for future tenants but also support Guildford’s transition to a greener, more sustainable future”.
Letting agents are BNP Paribas Real Estate and Owen Isherwood.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Bradda Capital:
David Phillips, managing director
07768 241358
Tavistock (PR adviser):
James Whitmore
07740 931042
Olivia Rhodes
07760 790610
NOTES TO EDITORS:
Bradda Capital
Founded in 2018, Bradda Capital, and its predecessor, Commercial Management Ltd, have sourced and assisted with structured investment and financing of UK commercial real estate on behalf of the same investors for more than 30 years. They have created several institutional-size portfolios of London and regional offices, shopping centres, warehouses and elderly care, the latter consisting of the Retirement Villages Group, which was sold to AXA IM - Real Assets in 2017.
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