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1 A new standard in modern, industrial office space. Beautifully crafted, perfectly packaged. Old Sorting House 46 Essex Road Islington, London N1 Unique Headquarters for Rent

2 The History

The Post Office undertook a large reform in 1839 and 1840, laying the foundations for the Post Office we recognise today.

3 Building History The origins of the Old Sorting House are both rich and varied. An intriguing mix of businesses have graced this imposing building, but it is the original use which captures the imagination most. The Post Office undertook a large reform in 1839 and 1840, laying the foundations for the Post Office we recognise today. In searching for new premises within the Angel area during the 1850 s, the Post Master General found opportunities for existing buildings in short supply. A landmark was required for the postal service of the area, so in the absence of anything suitable, they built their own. Following two years of work, the Northern District Post Office was finished, presenting an impressive building both inside and out. Whilst the Essex Road façade has mutated over the years, the grand elevation flanking Packington Street prevails and a walk through the vast hall provides compelling evidence as to the scope of operation provided by the Victorian-era postal service.

4 The Local Area

Location Bustling Upper Street leads north from

station, while City Road heads east towards

John Street and you ll find the bars and restaurants

the international terminus of King s Cross St Pancras.

s Cross St Pancras for connections north of London,

the other way and you re in the heart of the city s

It takes fewer than 15 minutes to reach Oxford Circus

5 Location Bustling Upper Street leads north from neighbouring Angel and its eponymous Underground station, while City Road heads east towards Shoreditch and the City. Venture south via St. John Street and you ll find the bars and restaurants of Farringdon, or take Pentonville Road westwards for the international terminus of King s Cross St Pancras. Nearby Angel station provides commuters with easy access around the capital and beyond. One stop west (a three-minute hop) takes you to King s Cross St Pancras for connections north of London, or via Eurostar to Europe; two stops and five minutes the other way and you re in the heart of the city s financial district at Moorgate. It takes fewer than 15 minutes to reach Oxford Circus and the West End tube stops, and the commuter hubs of London Bridge, Liverpool Street and Waterloo are all within easy reach.

6 Local Amenities & Transport Links LOCAL OCCUPIERS Cancer Research UK Sage Expedia Elite Models Squire & Partners Architects The Office Group Ticketmaster Business Design Centre Rocket Space Wayfair GoCardless BARS & RESTAURANTS 12 Jamie s Italian 13 Hummingbird Bakery 14 Byron 15 Fig & Olive 16 Banana Tree 17 The Breakfast Club 18 Frederick s 19 Giraffe 20 Planet Organic 21 Wenlock & Essex 22 Ottolenghi 23 Old Queen s Head 24 Pig & Butcher Colebrooke Row 26 Wagamama 27 Yo! Sushi 28 Bill s Map illustration not to scale and for indicative purposes only. 29 Fitness First 30 Virgin Active Gym 31 Screen on the Green 32 Hilton London Islington Hotel 33 Jurys Inn Islington 34 Premier Inn Islington 35 Esporta Health & Fitness 36 Vue Cinema 37 Sadler s Wells Theatre 38 Sofa.com 39 Oliver Bonas HOTELS & LEISURE FASHION Reiss N1 Islingston Centre French Connection Gap L Occitane MUJI H&M Oasis OTHER / RETAIL 42 Waitrose 43 Sainsbury s 44 Marks & Spencer 45 Body Shop 46 Space NK Apothecary 47 Waterstone s 48 Business Design Centre 49 Pret A Manger 50 Cass Art YORK WAY WHARFD ALE RD 34 COPENHAGEN ST KING S CROSS ST PANCRAS INTERNATIONAL RUSSELL SQ 05 SWINTON ST GRAY S INN ROAD 06 CALEDONIAN ROAD CALEDONIAN ROAD & BARNSBURY PENTONVILLE ROAD PENT ON RISE GRAY S INN ROAD CHAPEL MARKET 33 KING S CROSS ROAD FARRINGDON ROAD LIVERPOOL ROAD EXMOUTH MARKET ROSEBERY AVENUE SKINNER STREET UPPER STREET UPPER STREET ST. JOHN STREET ISLINGTON GREEN NEW NORTH ROAD CAMDEN PASSAGE SPENCER STREET CITY ROAD PERCIVAL STREET QUEEN S HEAD STREET ESSEX ROAD GOSWELL ROAD BRITANNIA ROW PACKINGTON STREET CRUDEN ST. MORELAND STREET LEVER STREET THEOBALD S ROAD CLERKENWELL ROAD OLD STREET CHANCERY LANE HATTON GARDEN HIGHBURY & ISLINGTON FARRINGDON ANGEL L E S S BARBICAN ESSEX ROAD T H A N 5 M I N U T E S 10 MINUTE WALK 20 MINUTE WALK PACKINGTON SQ. ESSEX ROAD 30 MINUTE WALK NEW NORTH ROAD SHEPHERDESS WALK BATH STREET BUNHILL ROW OLD STREET

7 The Building

A rare and historic former sorting office available for rent in Islington, converted into 20,365 Ft² of modern office space combining period charm and contemporary style.

8 A rare and historic former sorting office available for rent in Islington, converted into 20,365 Ft² of modern office space combining period charm and contemporary style. Situated on the doorstep of the bustling heart of Islington, the building is architecturally inspiring and provides a unique opportunity for a headquarter office. Completing Q1 2018

9 What s new in Old Sorting House KEY ASPECTS OF WORKS INCLUDE Prominent street frontage to Essex Road. Retention of character throughout. Unique triplex interconnecting floors within former Old Sorting House. Addition of second floor storey with pitched roof to main hall with generous roof terrace. New four storey building to Queen s Head Street. The building links at every floor level. Full comprehensive design focussed refurbishment throughout. Full air-conditioning throughout. Awaiting CGIs New architectural lighting. New windows. New WC s and cycle store including lockers and showers. Passenger lift. Architecturally striking and charismatic building.

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13 The Space

14 Schedule of Areas Floor SQ FT SQ M 2nd 4, st 4, Ground 5, Lower Ground 5, TOTAL 20,365 1,892

15 Floorplans N 2ND FLOOR PACKINGTON STREET ESSEX ROAD QUEEN S HEAD STREET NIA 4,908 SQ FT / 456 SQ M

16 Floorplans N 1ST FLOOR PACKINGTON STREET ESSEX ROAD QUEEN S HEAD STREET NIA 4,962 SQ FT / 461 SQ M

17 Floorplans N GROUND FLOOR PACKINGTON STREET ESSEX ROAD QUEEN S HEAD STREET NIA 5,199 SQ FT / 483 SQ M

18 Floorplans N LOWER GROUND PACKINGTON STREET ESSEX ROAD QUEEN S HEAD STREET NIA 5,296 SQ FT / 492 SQ M

19 Agents TERMS OLDSORTINGHOUSE.COM A new lease is available direct from the landlord Practical completion of building works Anticipated for Q EPC - To be confirmed For further information, to request data room access or to arrange an inspection of the property please contact: COLLIERS INTERNATIONAL A DEVELOPMENT BY Shaun Simons shaun.simons@colliers.com Elliott Stern elliott.stern@colliers.com Oliver Jay oliver.jay@colliers.com Disclaimer Misrepresentation Act 1967: Colliers International and Martins Properties for themselves and for the vendor(s) or lessor(s) of this property whose agents they are, give notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute, nor constitute any part of, an offer or contract. 2. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to the property are to be relied on as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any intending purchaser or lessee must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained in these particulars. 4. The vendor(s) or lessor(s) do not make or give and neither Colliers International, Martins Properties nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give, any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Finance Act 1989: Unless otherwise stated all prices and rents are quoted exclusive of VAT. Property Misdescriptions Act 1991: These details are believed to be correct at the time of compilation but may be subject to subsequent amendment.

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7-8 Wakley Street. 328 City Road

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