Chester's Northgate development has been showcased as part of Cheshire's investment portfolio, in this year's UK's Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF).

Delegates from Cheshire West and Chester Council are in Leeds this week, showcasing investment opportunities across the region.

The annual event attracts national and international investors and developers - taking place over three days at the Royal Armouries Leeds and Leeds Dock.

Cllr Nathan Pardoe has cited the first phase of Chester's Northgate development alongside the construction of a new archives centre in the city as contributing to the region's significant growth.

The Industrial property market in Cheshire West and Chester has seen a 116 percent increase (Nub News)

He said: "We are returning to UKREiiF this year with new investment opportunities across our region and a strong track record showing significant growth over the past 12 months.

"The first phase of Chester's Northgate development was completed last year and preparations are progressing well for phase two that will welcome new housing into the historic city centre.

"We have started construction of a new archives centre in Chester, one of two buildings to house the precious archives collection."

Delegates from the council will be based at stand H20, where they will reveal more about the 'Invest Chester' proposition.

A new website promoting investment in Chester has now been launched (Nub News)

He added: "With Cheshire and Warrington now a key focus in the Government's devolution agenda, this event offers an opportunity to meet and engage with Cheshire and Warrington's leaders on shaping the future of our region."

The Industrial property market in Cheshire West and Chester has seen a 116 percent increase from 2019.

Overall, 120,136 sqm of transactions took place across 43 deals throughout 2024.

A new website promoting investment in Chester has now been launched, featuring case studies of businesses that have invested in the city along with future opportunities for development.

Sharing an exhibition stand at UKREiiF with Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington, Cheshire East Council and Warrington Borough Council to showcase investment opportunities across the region.

Cheshire West and Chester Council will share an exhibition stand with Enterprise Cheshire and Warrington, Cheshire East Council and Warrington Borough Council to showcase investment opportunities across the region.

It can be found here.