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The site of one of Gloucestershire’s largest office buildings is set to be transformed into a mixed-use campus under new plans.

The multimillion-pound scheme will see the Grange - the former HQ of Zurich Insurance in Bishop’s Cleeve - redeveloped as a site for businesses and local organisations.

The campus will sit in 14 acres of green space, with a further 11 acres of parkland adjoining the site, including wetland, a wildflower meadow, an orchard and ponds.

Under the proposals, the 175,000 sq ft office will be reconfigured to create various spaces for working. A wide range of improvements will also be made to the building's interiors including improved accessibility. Another potential other addition to the site is a wellness centre or day spa, according to the developers.

Phase one will include a redesigned reception; common areas; and 30,000 sq ft of office space, which will be able to divide into suites. The designs feature a glazed atrium above a green boulevard, with island planters and art installations.

Architects Marchini Curran Associates will be designing the new campus. Des Curran, director of the firm, said: “Our design focus is on embracing and enhancing the building’s qualities, like the fantastic full height reception space and the internal ‘street’, while adding fresh elements that promote well-being for all users."

The joint marketing agents for the campus are JLL’s Bristol office and Cheltenham’s THP Chartered Surveyors.

Ian Wills of JLL said: “It’s an important location with a great heritage and this project carries that forward, thoroughly modernising the space for the next generation of businesses. Post-Covid, companies are looking at office space differently, and Grange Park anticipates that. It will provide contemporary offices that staff will want to come to, and when there, can enjoy a range of facilities and amenities not available elsewhere.”