Kids Allowed
In 2007 Barlows invested in a new start up childcare nursery business called Kids Allowed Limited. Through its investment, Barlows provided expertise in all property matters with the first 3 nurseries being developed by Barlows and subsequently leased back to Kids Allowed. After 6 successful years Barlows sold its share to Pets at Home founder Anthony Preston.
Woodfield House
The Woodfield House Joint Venture between Barlows and Urban Splash transformed a derelict and decaying listed building factory (Woodfield House) into a new residential scheme providing 54 units and the relocation of the existing Bowling Club. A sale to Bloor Homes completed in June 2012 providing the Joint Venture with a profitable conclusion following repayment of bank debt.
Gorse Stacks Rufus Ltd
Successful joint development with Watkin Jones and Sons Limited of a City Centre 160 bed Travelodge
together with the successful letting of the ground floor convenience store to Tesco Stores Limited.
Gorse Stacks Rufus Ltd, Chester