Representative Experience

White Lion Walk

Prime Guildford town-centre mixed-use asset linking the High Street and North Street retail pitches, combining secure national income with a clear value-creation plan.

Asset Type: Mixed-Use Retail & Office
Location: Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom
Size: 55,500 SF

Overview

White Lion Walk is a prime mixed-use asset located in the heart of Guildford town centre, linking the town's two principal retail pitches, High Street and North Street. The asset comprises approximately 38,000 square feet of retail accommodation and 17,500 square feet of newly developed office space following a significant refurbishment programme.

The investment combined secure income from national occupiers with a clear value creation strategy centred on leasing, commercialisation and operational optimisation.

Role

Mandate scope

Acquisition Underwriting
Financial Modelling
Investment Memorandum
Due Diligence
Capital Raise Support
Investor Presentations

Involvement

Work delivered

Built and maintained acquisition underwriting models
Analysed tenant mix, lease structure and income profile
Produced investment memorandum and investor materials
Assisted with capital raising presentations
Undertook due diligence and market analysis
Evaluated leasing assumptions and business plan scenarios
Assisted in communicating the investment thesis to prospective investors

Investment Thesis

Why this asset

Prime Guildford location with strong demographic fundamentals
National tenant base including Starbucks, Chipotle, Vision Express, Greggs and Anytime Fitness
Significant refurbishment completed in 2021
Future office income growth through leasing of newly developed office accommodation
Additional upside through vacant retail leasing
Commercialisation opportunities and service charge efficiencies
Exposure to major surrounding regeneration projects within Guildford town centre

Key Skills