Letting a 17,700 sq ft building in Walthamstow

On behalf of our client, BlackRock, we were instructed to advise and negotiate a new lease at Uplands House.  

The property is a self-contained building, split over ground and first floors, benefitting from parking to the rear, with classrooms and studios at a size of 17,700 sq ft.  

A new lease was agreed for a term of 15 years at £150,000 per annum, to Big Creative Education, to continue with the development of its Uplands House campus. The deal will see the college commit its future to the Borough and continue to provide educational opportunities for thousands of students. 

The Big Creative Academy, located in Walthamstow, is London’s largest creative college and free sixth form, established in 2014. The academy is part of Big Creative Education which also provides creative-focused apprenticeships and training.  

Securing this location for the Big Creative Academy has meant they can continue to bring education and studying to the community in Walthamstow. 

“Securing the new lease means that we can plan for the future with certainty and continue to invest to develop Uplands House and create more specialist spaces. Of our 20 years, last year was one of our best academically with high levels of achievement from our students across all subject areas, including maths and English. We plan to kick on further from here, to offer opportunities to more young people in Waltham Forest and help improve the local community and support businesses.” - Alexis Michaelides, Founder and MD of BCE

“Our agency team is pleased to have secured another lease at Uplands Business Park, one which will enable Big Creative Education to continue with the development of its Uplands House campus thereby enhancing the career aspirations of so many young people and continuing the College’s contribution to the vibrancy and growth of Waltham Forest and north east London.” - Neal Matthews, Industrial and Logistics Director