Kingsgate set for extension
Published: 20 November, 2006
WD (Huddersfield) has unveiled plans to extend its 300,000 sq ft Kingsgate Centre in Huddersfield by 50 per cent in order to accommodate more retail plus an 80-bedroom hotel.
The centre opened in 2002 and it has been so successful that WD is now preparing a planning application for a further 120,000 sq ft net of retail space. The company is already in detailed talks with a major anchor store and a number of major fashion retailers which would account for around 70 per cent of intended new extension space.
Managing director Peter Everest said: "Huddersfield must take account of the considerable gains it has made in the last five years along with the challenges it faces from retail-led regeneration now on-going in nearby locations. The Kingsgate Phase 2 proposal gives Huddersfield a chance to cohesively increase its retailing offer without becoming overextended."
If the plans are approved work could start in 2008 for opening in 2010. Letting agents are Brian Oakwell & Co, King Sturge and Rees Denton.
