Harworth Group plc

Behind every successful transaction is a team driven by dedication and expertise. We're delighted that Harworth Group has been shortlisted for Transaction of the Year at the plc awards 2024, a testament to the hard work and commitment of our people.

New Year, New Unit! Introducing Droitwich 170 – a brand-new industrial and logistics unit available for occupation in July 2025. 📍 Prime location on an established industrial estate, just 5 minutes from J5 of the M5, offering excellent access to key transport routes. ✅ 169,285 sq ft of high-spec space ✅ Targeting BREEAM Excellent & EPC A+ ✅ PV installed as standard An exceptional opportunity to secure a future-ready facility in a well-connected and thriving industrial hub. Download the brochure: https://lnkd.in/e37_KYWi Get in touch today for further information: Gemma Blacker Charles Shephard / James Clements - Knight Frank Charles Spicer / Sebastian Moseley MRICS - Newmark UK

🚀 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗬𝟮𝟰 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗗𝗩 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵   Today we provided the market with an update on our operational performance for 2024, it’s been a busy year for Harworth and we are pleased to say we have seen record land sales which alongside strong progress on planning, drives EPRA NDV growth and gives strong momentum as we enter 2025. Our Chief Executive, Lynda Shillaw, said:   “2024 has been a record year for Harworth operationally and, as we enter 2025, we remain confident in our ability to reach our £1 billion EPRA NDV target by the end of 2027.   “We have an extensive platform to scale the business, owning and controlling a sizeable land pipeline capable of delivering 33.6 million sq. ft. of Industrial & Logistics space and 31,264 new homes, and we remain well positioned in structurally undersupplied sectors that are fundamental to the UK’s economic growth. With low debt and high available liquidity, we are well placed to take advantage of opportunities whilst remaining resilient through the near-term macro-economic uncertainty.   “The consistency of Harworth’s performance over time continues to highlight the agility and resilient nature of our business model, and our team’s expertise in identifying and driving significant latent value from the portfolio. We continue to make solid progress in delivering our strategy and are confident in our ability to continue to drive both strong returns and long-term value from our landbank and development activities.”   Looking ahead, we’re confident in achieving our ambitious growth targets and our ability to continue delivering long-term value for our stakeholders.   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/enNcM-Kq   Jonathan Haigh Andrew Blackshaw Kitty Patmore Dougie Maudsley Luke Passby #Harworth #FullYear #Results #Growth

Looking for new modern space and want to join some of the world’s leading advanced manufacturers?   Secure your space now at Harworth’s Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP), near Rotherham, which has only 15 acres of prime space remaining.   Located just 2 miles from J33 of the M1, the AMP is home to industry giants like McLaren, Rolls-Royce, Boeing and Danieli. And it’s not just about employment though – the nearby space at Olive Lane is an exciting new community hub featuring cafés, shops, and eateries, perfect for creating a vibrant work-life balance. This is your chance to become part of an exciting hub that drives innovation and excellence in advanced manufacturing. Don’t miss out – get in touch and secure your place on the AMP today! Download the brochure to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eNnUtDcY Peter Massie / Tim Powner Rebecca Schofield - Knight Frank

🏡 Harworth completes record 1,896 Residential plots in Q4 2024 We’re proud to announce that Harworth Group has completed an impressive 1,896 Residential plot sales in Q4 2024, achieving a headline sales value of £71.7 million. This brings our total for 2024 to 2,385 plots – more than double 2023’s total of 1,170 plots – with a headline sales value of £104.1 million. This exceptional performance reflects the growing demand for our de-risked, serviced Residential land and demonstrates the success of our strategy to accelerate delivery and expand our product range.   📊 Key Highlights: • The Q4 disposals were sold to national and regional housebuilders as well as registered providers of affordable housing • Residential plot sales of 2,385 for the year are in line with our strategic target of 2,000 plot sales per year on average and represents Harworth’s strongest Residential sales performance to date • The sales, totalling a headline sales value of £104.1 million were broadly in line with, or ahead of, June 2024 book values • The Group’s extensive Residential land pipeline now totals 31,264 plots, and with 15% of that pipeline already consented, Harworth is well positioned to support delivery of the UK’s housing targets across our regions   🌍 Supporting Growth and Sustainability This success enables us to reinvest proceeds into our Industrial & Logistics developments, acquire new sites, and drive long-term value creation. We remain committed to delivering sustainable regeneration schemes and placemaking, evidenced by our collaborative efforts with strategic partners and our diverse range of housing products.   📌Key Transactions in Q4: • 357 plots at our Coalville development in Leicestershire to Taylor Wimpey. • 530 plots at Simpson Park, Nottinghamshire, to Stonebridge and Bellway Homes. • 295 plots at Moss Nook, Merseyside, to Torus, including Build-to-Rent and Affordable Housing. • 282 plots at Pheasant Hill Park, South Yorkshire, to Homes by Honey and Great Places.   We’re thrilled to be playing a pivotal role in creating vibrant new communities across the UK and contributing to the delivery of much-needed, high-quality housing.   📅 Mark your calendars – Stay tuned for our Trading Update on 28 January 2025 and Preliminary Results on 18 March 2025.   Read full story here: https://lnkd.in/eVGqyMrq #HarworthGroup #SustainableDevelopment #HousingUK #CommunityImpact #Placemaking

📝 Harworth completes 278-acre strategic land sale at Ansty We are delighted to announce the completion of the sale of a 278-acre strategic land site at Ansty, Warwickshire, for £53.5 million. Located next to Junction 2 of the M6 and connecting to the M69, this site is another prime example of Harworth’s ability to unlock significant value from underutilised land. Since acquiring the site in 2019, we’ve worked collaboratively with a number of stakeholders to transform it into a significant development opportunity. The proceeds from this sale will be reinvested into the groups I&L development programme, to support delivery of the extensive 9.6 million sq. ft. consented pipeline, supporting growth and sustainability in the regions we serve. Lynda Shillaw, Chief Executive at Harworth said: “The Ansty transaction demonstrates Harworth’s specialist ability in creating value from strategic land assembly which, alongside the strength of our balance sheet, enables us to take a longer-term view and develop the right schemes for our sites. Collaboration and partnership are key to unlocking schemes like this and we have worked closely with a number of different stakeholders on this project, including the Purchaser since exchange of contracts, ultimately enabling us to accelerate delivery of the site. Our ability to identify and unlock significant value from strategic land is a key factor in Harworth’s outperformance and we continue to identify and acquire strategic sites like Ansty to support our ambitious growth targets. “Completing the Ansty deal last night, on the back of the Skelton Grange Plot 1 land sale to Microsoft last week, makes for a very Merry Christmas and marks the end of an exciting year at Harworth. I would like to say a huge thank you to my colleagues and stakeholders for your continued support, and we look forward to updating you on our operational progress in January.” Andrew Blackshaw Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiWMkseE

🎁Harworth Xmas Community & Charity Initiatives This month, Harworth’s Communities and Placemaking team brought festive cheer to our developments by hosting a variety of Christmas events for the residents. These events were a great opportunity for the community to connect with their neighbours and celebrate the season together with food, drinks and music! Not only have these events created fantastic memories for residents, but they also serve as an opportunity for Harworth to strengthen relationships with local schools, community groups and organisations who support them. These events included: 🎄The supply and installation of 8 Christmas trees at our residential developments. 🎼Carolling and performances by local choirs from St Mary’s School in Edwinstowe, St Michael’s School Band in Rossington and Harworth Church choir in Bircotes. 🎅Santa’s Grotto, kindly run by local Lions groups, which created a fun experience for the children. 😆Rossington also welcomed a special visit from the Grinch who spread mischief and laughter! The team have also been busy supporting a number of fantastic local causes across the regions including: ❄️ Sponsoring a snow flake for The Children's Hospital Charity. 📦 Creating and donating £600 worth of ‘shoebox’ packages for the Leeds Homeless Christmas Shoebox appeal, filled with thermals and toiletries. 🎄Sponsoring the The Story of Christmas Appeal #community #placemaking #charity #festive #seasonsgreetings ⬇️ View the photos below!

🏗️ Phase 1 of Landmark Deal Completes at Skelton Grange 🌱 Harworth Group is pleased to announce the completion of the sale of Plot 1 at our Skelton Grange site in Leeds to Microsoft for £53.4 million. This transaction marks the first phase of a 48-acre land sale at the site, where Harworth has been leading the regeneration of this strategically located brownfield development since its acquisition in 2014. This sale represents another significant step in transforming the former Skelton Grange power station site into a hub of sustainable development, supporting inward investment and economic growth. Upon completion, the site is set to deliver: 🏢 250,000 sq. ft. of Grade A Industrial & Logistics space ⚡ A hyperscale datacentre and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) 🌍 A renewable energy facility and 28 acres of natural habitat Alongside the Plot 1 sale, Harworth will retain 16 acres to promote further employment space, unlocking additional growth potential for the region. The combined sale of Plots 1 and 2 is expected to realise a remarkable IRR exceeding 40%. Skelton Grange showcases the transformational power of Harworth’s master-developer model. Despite challenging ground conditions, Skelton demonstrates Harworth’s ability to optimise plans, invest effectively in remediation and infrastructure, and deliver sustainable regeneration that creates value for shareholders and our regions. For more information, please find the announcement here: https://lnkd.in/effmhxMR Lynda Shillaw, CEO of Harworth Group, commented: “I am delighted to be able to announce that we have completed the first phase of our landmark 48-acre land sale at Skelton Grange to Microsoft. Our technical teams are now fully mobilised and initial site works are underway. We continue to work closely with Microsoft and other key stakeholders as we focus on the full remediation and servicing of the site to enable the second tranche of the sale, which remains on track for H1 2026.” #HarworthGroup #LandRegeneration #SustainableDevelopment #EconomicGrowth #SkeltonGrange #Microsoft Jonathan Haigh, Matt Smith

🌳 Pioneering Sustainability: Harworth's Second Woodland Plantation at Highthorn We’re excited to announce that Harworth Group has secured an England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) grant for our second woodland plantation at Highthorn in Morpeth, Northumberland. This 230-acre site will feature over 150,000 trees, including native broadleaf species, conifers, and scrub, delivering significant biodiversity and community benefits. Highlights of this project include: ✅ New public footpaths to enhance community access. ✅ Contribution to Harworth’s Net Zero Carbon (NZC) Pathway, supporting our ambition to achieve NZC status by 2030. ✅ Potential creation of 25,000 Pending Issuance Units (PIUs) through authentic carbon sequestration efforts. This builds on the success of our first plantation at Chevington North, where 110,000 trees were planted earlier this year. Together, these initiatives bring Harworth’s total number of trees planted in Northumberland to over 260,000. Alex Standerwick MRICS FAAV, Natural Capital Manager at Harworth Group, said: "The woodland plantation at Highthorn demonstrates our commitment to stewarding our land responsibly, enhancing biodiversity, and ensuring the carbon credits we generate deliver lasting social and environmental value. This project, along with Chevington North, showcases how we’re embedding sustainability into everything we do.” We’re proud to contribute to a greener future while delivering long-term benefits to local communities. 🌍✨ #Sustainability #NetZeroCarbon #Biodiversity #WoodlandCreation Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQ4KCiJJ

🏫🌳 Exciting progress at Thoresby Vale, Edwinstowe! In September, Harworth began construction of a new Primary School at our Thoresby Vale development in Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, where 800 new homes are being delivered in addition to community amenities and a 350-acre country park, which was opened to the public in the Spring. Over the last 15 weeks, fantastic progress has been made on site despite the recent weather conditions: ✅Timber structures for the Juniors and Early Years pavilions now complete. ✅Low-level masonry well-progressed on the Juniors & Early Years pavilions. ✅Slab and upstand on the admin building complete. ✅Foundations for the hall due to commence shortly following installation and sealing of attenuation tank. In partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council and the Local Education Authority, the new style ‘forest school’, operated by Diverse Academies Trust, will offer a unique educational environment where students can learn and thrive in close connection with nature. The forest school is designed by Lungfish Architects and constructed by principal contractor Stepnell. Opening in September 2025, the school will immerse students in the beauty of the neighbouring Sherwood Forest, providing a nature-filled environment that encourages creativity, mental well-being, and a deep connection to the environment. ⬇️ Watch the timelapse video below for progress to date: #ForestSchool #Education #Wellbeing #Communities #Regeneration