Nicholas House, 1 Black Friars, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2NU

GRADE A OFFICE SPACE FROM 4,800 SQ FT -19,500 SQ FT AVAILABLE SPRING 2026

Nicholas House occupies a prominent position on Nicholas Street, one of Chester's key arterial routes, linking the city centre with the inner ring road and major transport connections. The property overlooks Chester Racecourse and benefits from strong visibility to both pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The building is undergoing a comprehensive refurbishment, to transform it into a modern, high-quality commercial environment suitable for a range of occupiers.

The scheme will deliver contemporary office accommodation with upgraded internal layouts, high-spec finishes, and improved energy performance. The works will also include enhanced common areas, new glazing, new mechanical and electrical systems, and an improved external façade in keeping with the building's heritage and the surrounding streetscape.

Upon completion, Nicholas House will provide flexible and efficient accommodation, ideal for professional services, creative industries, and other modern businesses seeking a prominent city centre address.

The refurbishment will bring the property in line with current occupational standards, providing energy-efficient systems and excellent natural light throughout.

The property benefits from proximity to Chester's core amenities, including the city's, shops, restaurants, bars, and hotels, as well as major employers and transport hubs. The redevelopment forms part of a wider programme of investment in the area, positioning Nicholas House as one of Chester's most attractive refurbished office opportunities.

The property benefits from a secure private car park to the rear, with four spaces per floor plus three shared visitor spaces. Nicholas House is also in close proximity to a number of city centre car parks, where contract car parking is available.

Rent - £22.50 psf pa
Budget service charge - £3.00 psf pa

While Chester's historic charm and tourism are well-known, it's professional landscape is poised for a new chapter. Located just 12 miles from Liverpool and 35 miles from Manchester, Chester is a strategic hub that blends historic prestige with modern business dynamism. This is a city with a robust talent pool, an affluent population, and a strong professional services sector that far exceeds the national average.
Chester's transport infrastructure is a major asset. The intersection of the M56 and M53 motorways is just four miles away, providing direct access to the national motorway network. Chester railway station offers a frequent, fast service to London Euston in just over two hours, while Manchester and Liverpool airports are less than an hour's drive away. This connectivity ensures that your team and clients can reach you with ease, no matter where they are coming from.