December 2025

Major Grade A Office Refurbishment Set to Deliver 20,000 sq ft of High-Quality Workspace in Chester City Centre

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Nicholas House, 1 Black Friars, Chester

The District Estates has announced the comprehensive refurbishment of Nicholas House, a prominently positioned office building on Nicholas Street, Chester.  The property is being marketed by joint agents Legat Owen and BA Commercial.

When complete in Spring 2026, Nicholas House will provide 20,000 sq ft of high-quality Grade A workspace across four floors, with suites starting from 4,800 sq ft. This is the only building in Chester city centre offering large, flexible floor plates of this size, giving businesses a rare opportunity to secure a prime address in a vibrant, well-connected location.

Occupying a prominent position overlooking Chester Racecourse and situated on one of the city’s key arterial routes, Nicholas House is undergoing a full transformation to create modern, energy-efficient office accommodation suitable for a range of occupiers. The refurbishment will deliver premium finishes, a feature reception, new air conditioning and high-speed connectivity, alongside secure on-site parking and easy access to city centre amenities.

The project forms part of a wider wave of investment in the area, positioning Nicholas House as one of Chester’s most attractive and much-needed office opportunities in the pipeline.

Will Sadler from Legat Owen said:

“Nicholas House will deliver high-quality, energy-efficient workspace in the heart of Chester at a time when demand for Grade A supply continues to grow. This refurbishment will set a new benchmark for office accommodation in the city centre.”

Will Sadler, Director, Legat Owen

Further information is available from the joint agents Legat Owen and BA Commercial.