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Love life at Lingfield – offices with soul and service »

There aren’t many places of work where you can feel the love as much as at Lingfield Point.  Customers that rent office space in Darlington are cherished and a new concierge service is the icing on the cupcake.

The 2,000 people who work at Lingfield Point already know the many benefits of being based at ‘the best postcode in town’ and it’s no exaggeration to say it’s not just where they work . . . it’s a way of life.

Eddie Humphries, estate manager and our new concierge team are ready to say hello

Just to make it even better the business park is now supported by a team of concierge staff on hand 24/7 to meet ‘n’ greet, direct and assist customers and visitors alike.

They’re easy to spot in their distinctive uniforms with their smiley-faced philosophy of providing ‘service excellence’ at all times.

It’s no accident the concierge idea was borrowed from the hotel and hospitality industry – customer service is all.

Plasma screens have been installed at the entrances to provide a colourful welcome. And ‘concierge’ packs containing all the information anyone could ever need to know about life at Lingfield are available.

As well as the concierge service Lingfield Point has first class security – delivered in a typically understated and discreet way via CCTV cameras, automatic entry barriers and automatic number plate recognition.

So it’s not just about finding a place to do business that’ll do, that suits or that fits… it’s about finding a place you LOVE.

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Godfathers of (offices with) Soul! »

We’re always keen to hear how our offices to rent in Darlington – and services – are being received by our customers. A recent survey produced a comment which really made us think.

When asked why they liked their offices at Lingfield Point so much our customer replied “Because they have soul.”

Offices with Soul…..  there’s something you don’t get every day!

So what is it that gives one building soul and another none? We concluded that part of this must be to do with the building’s heritage; when a building has very obviously had a previous life (in Lingfield Point’s case a wool factory) and when that past is celebrated in its present form the result can be very special. Another ingredient of offices with soul must be the amount of love and attention to detail lavished on its creation and crucial aftercare.

Marchday – owners of Lingfield Point -  don’t create average offices – just look around our neighbourhood or take a peak at the offices at New Lodge, Windsor (www.newlodge.co.uk). Set in 55 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds this Victorian Manor House was built in 1857 and just oozes soul.

“Basing your business at Lingfield Point is more than a business decision, it’s a lifestyle choice.” says John Orchard, Director at Marchday, “Where else can you work wirelessly, surrounded by beautiful art, stimulating games or enjoying a peaceful escape in a vintage retro snug? ”

So there you are – soul just one of the differences that make our offices just a little bit better than the rest!

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Growing support in our wider community »

Our allotment project ‘Gro-zone’ run in conjunction with Friends of the Earth (Darlington) is really starting to take shape.  Over 2000 people now enjoy office space at Lingfield Point and this initiative is a great way meeting colleagues and trying to grown your own vegetables in a stimulating and supportive environment.

Getting ready for growing again at Lingfield Point

Kendra Ullyart, organiser of this unique partnership said: ” We want to make it easy for people to take up an allotment. We know that allotments in general have a high drop out rate in the first year because people panic when they realise how much work they involve but thats why we have created smaller raised beds to let people just come in and start growing.

“We are trying to provide everything they need to make it as simple as possible.”

The initial 24 plots at the site have been filled, including a number taken over by community groups such as the Red Hall Fishing Group, which works with young people on the estate.

Garry Donald, 19, a youth worker, said: “I’ve signed up about ten kids to come and work over here and I know someone else had about eight coming over. It’s a good place for them to come and get a bit of exercise and away from the streets with all the messing about that goes on. Its a brilliant idea.”

Anyone who would like to sign up for an allotment at the GroZone can email kendraullyart@talktalk.net

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Making a difference with dynamic ways of working »

Thanks to our creative office space in Darlington, our business community often feel inspired to find more dynamic ways of working. Only a few days ago, we held a great neighbourhood catch up with colleagues where ideas simply buzzed around!

Spring is making its presence felt at Lingfield

It’s not only our unique office space that can provide inspiration, we’re based within 107-acres of land brimming with art and  leisure. Mature gardens exist with picnic areas allowing our 2000+ employees  to feel closer to nature.

Always looking for how we can improve our customer experience, we joined forces with Integritas Landscapes last year.  Celebrating our first year anniversary of this unique partnership, we can honestly say this union has provided us with bucket loads of ideas helping creating our sustainable landscape of the future.

Outsourcing support of this nature is always a dilemma but we’ve been able to integrate new ideas with the knowledge of our existing team; introduce new techniques which build on our specialist knowledge of the unique gardens and land around the business park.

We see all our relationships as partnerships.  In this instance, the value Integritas has provided from ideas – bolting onto existing knowledge – has been great fun and we know that our customers will certainly be benefiting from the excitement created here.

Congratulations Colin!

With ideas come excitement and motivation and none more so than at Lingfield Point.  Colin Hinde,  our grounds maintenance professional has achieved his NVQ level 2 in horticulture through our partnership.  As part of the NVQ course Colin also undertook a first aid course and his Pa1 and Pa6 for pesticide handling and application.   We’re really proud of both our relationship with Integritas and Colin’s achievements – something we could never have delivered without Integritas Landscapes.

The maintenance and landscaping of our 107-acre neighbourhood is in safe hands which has allowed us time to think more creatively about our customer needs.

We love creating an atmosphere where our customers can relax; work and play.  This Summer, we’ll be introducing a wide range of trails around the park; masterclasses based around horticulture and even lawn games – thanks to the blossoming unique partnership between Integritas Landscapes and Lingfield Point.

 

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CABE gives the Lingfield Point proposals the Thumbs UP! »

Lingfield Point has enjoyed two recent meetings from dignitaries of the design world.

A group from the Design Council CABE Board visited to tour the site and visit the wool factory buildings which have been recycled into inspirational, award winning workplaces with us being the first stop for office space in Darlington.

They also heard about the first phase of residential development about to begin on site. Last week the Northern Architecture review panel in association with CABE reviewed Taylor Wimpey’s proposed design and were mightily impressed;

The North East Design Review & Enabling Service is the CABE-Affiliated Panel which examines most major developments in the north-east with a view to ensure they achieve the maximum design value and sustainability that is possible, given the project brief.The Panel meets monthly in a number of venues around the region and assess four projects at each meeting. January’s meeting was held at Lingfield Point which proved to be an easy to find location well-served by parking and public transport. The managers of the venue were most helpful in meeting the Panel’s requirements and provided and excellent room and refreshments.

We hope to return when the Panel next meets in this locale. In their proposals for the first phase of residential at the Lingfield Point site, Taylor Wimpey have built upon their track record of pursuing innovative development forms, first seen locally at The Staithes, Gatehead. The proposals include some genuinely fresh approaches to edge-of-urban residential development, commencing with the main approach to the residential development via the existing Italian Gardens with the route terminating in a set-piece square. Other interesting features include a innovative pedestrian dominated “walled garden/route” where residents very much take precedent over the car, and the creation of a landscaped bowl and belvedere in the north-west corner to create form in an otherwise flat site. Overall the development responds well to its setting, is thoughtful and will be a fresh offer on the local housing market.

The Design Review Panel made a number of supportive suggestions which the developer responded positively to and they think the scheme deserves to succeed.

Great stuff indeed! The first new homes at Lingfield Point are planned for later this year so watch this space for details.

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Lingfield Point supports ‘BUY LOCAL’ »

Lingfield Point provides office space in Darlington to over 50 businesses employing over 1800 employees from around the area and is actively encouraging businesses to back the town-wide ‘BUY LOCAL’ Scheme when it launches on Wednesday at its first EXPO exhibition. 

Lingfield Point also practices what it preaches…. its main suppliers and partners come from around Darlington confirming we ‘BUY LOCAL’ where we can.

With its award-winning office space home to some of the most significant businesses in the North East including Student Loans Company, Capita, FaulknerBrowns, Four Seasons Health Care, NFU Mutual, NAAFI and Recognition PR – this rallying call across the business park will certainly encourage support.

Now, thanks to the recently launched, unique space, YARN, Lingfield Point is now also home to an ever-increasing entrepreneurial group of companies that thrive in the innovative support network available in Darlington.  ‘BUY LOCAL’ could really help these new neighbours become established in the local economy

John Orchard, director of owning company, Marchday group plc, says  “Darlington’s business environment is not just a collection of companies in the same location; it’s a dynamic community working to support each other -  nurturing our entrepreneurial spirit and protecting the vitality of the local economy.

Buy local sums up the difference that Darlington can offer business. A great local network of like-minded professionals willing to help you sustain your business and your employees.”  

From small incubator units in Lingfield House to the unique, creative space of YARN with space ranging from 260sqft to single 100,000 sqft floor plates, Lingfield Point can offer you inspirational business space to suit your needs.

Great location, easy access with plenty of car parking and a new on site bus service that can take you straight into Darlington town centre in less than 10 minutes is now a great ‘BUY LOCAL’ bonus.

Visitors feel the place has a real soul due to reusing dramatic buildings with an obvious former life.  This ‘soul’ and unsurpassed customer service combine to foster a real community spirit and culture.   The result is lingfield life -  a friendly neighbourhood with personality, social heart, flexible business facilities and a customer focused approach, designed to help your business thrive.

Lingfield Point is delighted  is delighted to support this innovative way of getting to know your neighbour in Darlington – it echos our own sentiments.

But don’t just take our word for it – pick up the phone on 01325 486486 or come and visit and don’t forget -  buy local.

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Foundation for Jobs gains momentum and national support »

Following the successful launch at Lingfield Point; Darlington’s Foundation for Jobs is gaining momentum.

Lingfield Point is home to some of the largest businesses in the region and  is usually the first – and only – stop for office space in Darlington. The business park continues to support this rallying call to train and develop the next generation of people to work in business.

The Prime Minister and David Miliband have both thrown their support behind this ambitious scheme. The scheme which was launched by the Bishop of Durham is focussed on placing at least 100 apprentices with companies in the borough as well exposing hundreds more to the real life workplace.

David Cameron described the campaign as a ‘brilliant initiative’;

I welcome this brilliant intiative from the Northern echo; it is just the kind of thing we need to give young people the skills, training and opportunies to succeed.

Labour’s ex leader David Miliband added;

The Foundation for Jobs is just the kind of initiative that can break through the bureaucracy and develop new ideas that give access to young people to the jobs of the future.

Lingfield Point’s owners, Marchday, was one of the first to sign the charter underlining the commitment to create apprentice places.  John Orchard said of our experience:

At Lingfield Point we have already taken on apprentices and have gained greatly from the experience. I know that some of our customers have done the same. There’s no doubt that this scheme will raise the profile of apprenticeships and open people’s eyes to the advantages to their business.

With over 50 companies and 2000 people working at Lingfield Point we hope the initiative will make Darlington an even better place to do business.

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