New £1.5 million retail scheme in Culduthel in Inverness is almost complete – Crown Vets has been confirmed as the first tenant and Dessert Parlour Shakes ‘n’ Cakes is expected to take another unit
Work on a new £1.5 million shopping development in Inverness is almost complete.
The scheme in Culduthel has four units, covering a total area of 4100sq ft, as well as 23 parking spaces and is due to open next month, creating dozens of jobs.
Crown Vets has been confirmed as the first tenant to take a space and is now fitting out the unit ahead of opening – Dessert Parlour Shakes ‘n’ Cakes is expected to take another unit.
It has been built by Aberdeen-based West Coast Estates, and director Iftikar Mian said: “Our business is always on the lookout for development opportunities like Culduthel where we can support companies to set up and serve their local communities.
“There’s no doubt the retail units on Culduthel Avenue will be a fantastic addition not only to this bustling area but to Inverness as a whole.
“Over the last few years, we’ve seen a significant rise in the popularity of retailers in neighbourhood locations. Since the pandemic, communities are even more intent on doing their shopping closer to home, whenever they can.”
It is anticipated it will provide up to 40 job opportunities for the area.
