Lakeside North Harbour sees strong growth in 2024 with over 45,000 sq ft leased

Lakeside North Harbour, Portsmouth’s leading workspace, has welcomed five new occupiers to its expansive rural campus, marking a significant milestone in its growth.

This year has seen an influx of new occupiers, reinforcing Lakeside’s reputation as a thriving hub for diverse businesses. From leading healthcare providers to innovative digital agencies, and from sports retailers to professional services, the development continues to attract a dynamic range of tenants.

The addition of major corporate relocations, alongside vibrant new retail and service offerings, reflects the growing demand for space at Lakeside. In total, the campus has leased out over 45,000 sq ft to new occupiers in 2024 alone.

Here’s a round-up of some of the exciting new businesses that have joined the thriving Lakeside community:

Local NHS Trust leases new office space (24,500 sq ft)

Lakeside welcomed NHS Trust, which has chosen the site for its new office space for its administration wing. The Trust’s move further highlights the site’s appeal to the public sector and healthcare organisations, offering a strategic location for collaboration, innovation, and regional healthcare administration.

Charles Taylor relocates to Lakeside (12,000 sq ft)

In a key milestone for the year, Charles Taylor, a global leader in insurance and risk management services, relocated its operations to Lakeside North Harbour. The move marked an important step in the company’s expansion plans and provided a modern and efficient environment for its growing team. This move strengthens Lakeside’s appeal as a prime location for large businesses in need of excellent transport links and modern facilities.

Bournemouth University’s midwifery department joins the Lakeside community (6000 sq ft)

Bournemouth University’s midwifery wing recently moved its teaching facilities to Lakeside. With a growing demand for compassionate maternity care, their presence at Laskeside adds a vital community focused aspect to the growing mix of occupiers at the site.

Radweb’s digital excellence at Lakeside (2000 sq ft)

Radweb, a leading software company known for its bespoke web development and design services, has made Lakeside its new home. Radweb’s relocation to the site underpins the area’s growing reputation as a digital innovation hub, and the business joins other tech businesses at Lakeside, offering cutting edge solutions to clients across multiple sectors in the UK and overseas.

Retailer Alexandra Sports relocates to Lakeside (1000 sq ft)

Adding to the range of amenities available at Lakeside, Alexandra Sports, the UK’s leading running and fitness specialist, has relocated to Lakeside. The new store offers high quality footwear and related equipment, catering to both professionals and fitness enthusiasts. The arrival of Alexandra Sports brings additional shopping options to employees and visitors.

Simon Bateman, Asset Manager at Lakeside North Harbour, said: “It has been a year of exciting growth for Lakeside, with new occupiers bringing a wide range of services and expertise to the area. The campus continues to attract a diverse mix of businesses, ranging from large corporates and public sector organisations to digital agencies, retailers, and service providers, all benefiting from the site’s excellent transport links, modern facilities, and vibrant community atmosphere.

“As the year comes to a close, Lakeside is looking to build on this growth and will continue to make Lakeside a go-to place for businesses looking for flexible, future proof spaces with a focus on wellbeing.”