Almscliffe-Dhesi group open Peterlee Passfield retail centre

The development, by Almscliffe-Dhesi Group (ADG), sits on the outskirts of Peterlee in a transformation of a former Vauxhall dealership off Passfield Way.

The site now hosts a line-up of national chains including Sainsbury’s, Greggs, Dominos, CVS Vets, and EVC Electric Vehicle Chargers.

Neil Creeney, co-owner of ADG alongside Bal Singh, said: “It is tremendous news that our Peterlee retail centre, just 200 yards from the A19, is now open.

“This high-quality retail development has made shopping much more convenient for local residents and we are delighted, but not surprised, that there is just one remaining unit left to let.

“We now expect serious interest in our last remaining unit, given the quality of retailers trading successfully.”

The remaining unit is a 1,250 sq ft space next to Dominos, marketed by Lofthouse and Partners and @retail.

The scheme has created at least 100 full and part-time jobs and offers 70 parking spaces, including accessible bays and eight electric vehicle charging points.

ADG said the site is within walking distance for many residents.

Steph Hedger, director of property development at Domino’s, said: “We’re delighted to be part of this new development in Peterlee and to have received such a warm welcome from the local community.

“Peterlee Domino’s has created valuable local employment, and the new store provides a site that fully supports our operations and the service we deliver to customers.

“With excellent accessibility, we’re well positioned to provide the reliable, high-quality service our customers know and love.

“We’re also committed to being a good neighbour, and our team regularly takes part in local litter picks to help keep the area clean and tidy.”

The centre sits just a mile west of Peterlee town centre, next to Shotton Hall Academy and Primary School, within easy access to Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and Newcastle.

He said: “It was tremendous news that a retailer of the quality and reputation of Sainsburys decided to move into our retail centre in Peterlee.

“What a resounding endorsement of our development.

“We now expect serious interest in our last remaining unit, given the quality of retailers trading successfully.”

Bal Singh, co-owner of ADG, said: “It is fantastic for Peterlee that other popular national retailers such as Greggs and Dominos have invested in the town, providing much-needed new facilities and jobs.

“This chimes in with the Government’s levelling up agenda for the north, which aims to invest in northern towns who have previously been left behind.”

Mario Jaconelli of property consultants Lofthouse and Partners, the joint marketing agents for this development with @retail, commented: “This remaining unit is a fabulous opportunity for a local or national retailer to join a stellar line-up of occupiers at Peterlee’s newest retail park. The quality of the retailers, who are now trading successfully, is a resounding endorsement of what this popular park has to offer.”