Proven Results in Commercial and Residential Development
At CBRS Estates, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality, scale, and long-term value. We specialise in delivering both light industrial estates and sustainable residential developments that are built to meet the needs of modern businesses and communities.
Spotlight Project
St Cross Business Estate – Winchester
One of our flagship commercial developments, St Cross Business Estate comprises over 1,000,000 square feet of light industrial space. Designed with flexibility and functionality in mind, this estate supports a wide range of business operations and contributes significantly to the local economy. It stands as a testament to our ability to deliver high-spec commercial environments at scale.
Below is a list of recent projects showcasing a variety of occupiers and developments across different sectors, highlighting key details such as location, footprint, and job impact for each site.
USER TYPE: OFFICE/STORAGE
OCCUPIER: Ainsworth Insulations Ltd
LOCATION: Grange Farm Industrial Park, Netley, Soton
DATE: 1994
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 42,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 2
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
LOCATION: Somerton Industrial Estate, Mariners Way, West Cowes
DATE: 1999
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 70,000
USER TYPE: TRADE COUNTER OCCUPIERS
OCCUPIER: REXEL, Howdens Joinery
LOCATION: Trade Counter Unit, Manners View, Newport, IOW
DATE: 1996
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 20,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 2
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Manufacturers of Natural Fuel Burners
LOCATION: A J Wells, Manners View, Newport, IOW
DATE: 1997
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 40,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 1
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Gurit
LOCATION: Gurit, Monks Brook, St Cross Business Park, Newport, IOW
DATE: 1998
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 144,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 1
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturers
LOCATION: Vestas Wind Turbine Blades
DATE: 1998
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 250,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 1
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: OFFICE
OCCUPIER: Glanvilles Solicitors, HTP, South Wight Housing Group, St James Place Asset Management, ETC
LOCATION: The Courtyard Office Development, Newport, IOW
DATE: 2002
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 45,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 9
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Hampshire Constabulary, WRVS, Yes Electrical, NHS, IOWCC, Cross Print, Wight Handling
LOCATION: Newport Business Park, Newport, IOW
DATE: 2003
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 110,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 15
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: OFFICE
OCCUPIER: NHS, RFEL, Trigg & CO, Monks Brook Dental, Glandvilles, French Franks, Pertemps, Vectawave
LOCATION: The Apex Centre, Monks Brook, Newport, IOW
DATE: 2005
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 54,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 8
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Various Tenants
LOCATION: The Brook, Monks Brook, St Cross Business Park
DATE: 2021
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 20,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 6
USE: B2 & B8 Use
USER TYPE: INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPIER: Jewson, Delux, City Plumbing, Jr Zone, Speedy Hire
LOCATION: Manners View, Newport, PO30 5FA
DATE: 1996
TOTAL FOOTPRINT SQUARE FOOTAGE: 29,000
NO OF COMPANIES ON SITE: 5
USE: B2 & B8 Use
Land Opportunities
We are always seeking new land opportunities—whether for residential or commercial development.
At CBRS Estates, we work closely with landowners to maximise the value of their land while ensuring a transparent and stress-free process. We fund all planning and development costs up front, manage every stage from concept to completion, and always ensure that landowners retain full control over the decisions that matter.
We’re based in Hampshire and focus our core activity within the county. However, we are open to exceptional opportunities further afield, depending on the land’s potential.
Ideal Land Criteria:
Sites with or without planning permission
Greenfield or brownfield land
Located within Hampshire or surrounding counties
Potential for residential or light industrial development
If you’re a landowner and would like to understand how we can help you unlock the full value of your land, we’d be happy to talk through our approach with you.