Caddick has secured planning consent for the first phase of the EM.EX Worksop development in the East Midlands.
Located to the east of Worksop on the Apleyhead junction of the A1, the 300-acre site can accommodate up to 4.5m sq ft of I&L space at ground level. The planning approval includes detailed consent for a multi-level unit totalling around 2m sq ft for a known occupier.
In addition to phase one, outline planning permission has been approved for the remaining phases of the EM.EX site. Construction on phase one is expected to begin in 2026 with staged development continuing over the coming years.
The wider masterplan will bring forward a mix of unit sizes to suit a range of business needs.
Chris Procter, director at Caddick, said: “Following many years of close collaboration with the local authority, it’s fantastic news that we now have a detailed consent for EM.EX Worksop, accompanied by a market-facing outline. This decision gives us the opportunity to start looking ahead to future phases of development and to realise the long-term vision for EM.EX Worksop. Through our ongoing investment in the area, we’re unlocking significant employment opportunities through the creation of a next-generation logistics hub.
“The scheme’s in-built flexibility and excellent location make it attractive to a range of national and international businesses, and we’re looking forward to continuing to work with Bassetlaw District Council and other key stakeholders to cement Bassetlaw’s standing as a key player in the UK’s industrial and logistics sector.”
Claire Ward, mayor of the East Midlands, added: “The news of up to 4,000 extra jobs coming to Worksop is a welcome step forward for our region. Distribution hubs are a key driver of the East Midlands economy and this scheme will further strengthen our position as a leading logistics corridor. I look forward to watching this progress over the next couple of years as it supports my goal to make our region the best place to live, work and learn.”
The project team includes Stantec, KPP, FPCR, BWB, Brookbanks, MBA and joint letting agents CBRE and BNP Paribas Real Estate.
