for Supporting Retail
Visitor numbers in excess of 4m per annum, connections to the town centre for a park’n’ride service, numerous on-site and nearby workers, local residents in The HD One’s own development and adjoining areas, convenient parking – all point to openings for certain specialist retail offers.
The units available are in prominent positions supported by pedestrian flows and extensive parking close by. The sports retail unit and the convenience store will be seen as the scheme is approached via Stadium Way and present important signage opportunities.
Sports retail
With the expected visitor numbers, a major stadium venue, an outdoor ski slope and numerous other sporting attractions on site, The HD One atmosphere should be right for a major outlet specialising in sports equipment and clothing.
The Upper Plaza unit identified has a stunning double height corner position visible as you enter by Stadium Way. Ground floor entry is from the Upper Plaza and mezzanine level entry is from the ski slope deck adjoining the ski base. This encourages an adventurous use of glazing to provide continuous exposure from Upper Plaza to Deck level as the feature steps rise. Servicing is via the yard accessed behind car park E.
This unit provides up some 15,500 sq ft gross (1,440 sq m) on the two levels.
Convenience store
A store of up to approximately 8,000 sq ft (7,400 sq m) is available, directly serviced at the rear, and less than 50 ft (15m) from car park E with its ground level and multi level parking.
The residential development at The HD One would utilise this store, as would the all day parkers going on to the town centre, on-site office workers and other staff, and local residents and workers at nearby offices and other facilities. The availability of parking adjoining the store will no doubt justify a minor diversion to shop on the way home for those using St Andrew’s Road and Gasworks Street to bypass the town centre ring road.
Service Trades
Currently denoted for estate agent and travel agent use, these two units of approximately 1,450 sq ft (135 sq m) and 1,600 sq ft (150 sq m) would suit many other trades including dry cleaners, CTN, and betting Shop.
