Leading real estate expertise connecting people and places

Delivering expert services that transform spaces, build value and shape futures.

With a bold and agile approach, our expertise spans the entire property lifecycle to realise the maximum potential of real estate assets, while delivering quality spaces that connect business, people and places.

At Firethorn, we are progressive in our thinking, decisive in our actions and innovative in our delivery, enabling people and communities to prosper.

Meet The Team

James Sanders

Director, Head of Industrial & Logistics​ Click to show details

Responsible for driving forward opportunities in the I&L market, James leads the Firethorn Logistics team, sourcing new land and development opportunities and managing commercial leasing for our national logistics portfolio.

Charlie Ingham

Director, Head of Investment Click to show details

Responsible for leading on investment opportunities across numerous sectors, Charlie deploys Firethorn’s full-service capabilities to maximise the performance of real estate assets and developments for Firethorn’s own capital for clients.

Marcus Weeks

Director, Head of Living Click to show details

Responsible for driving forward opportunities in the residential markets, Marcus leads the Firethorn Living team, sourcing acquisitions and executing development activity across the UK.

Paul Martin

Director, Head of Development Click to show details

Responsible for leading his teams across the acquisition and development lifecycle of projects, Paul oversees and drives forward development-related activities, from concept to completion.

Peter Mather

Partner Click to show details

Co-leading on Firethorn’s strategic direction and responsible for shaping and executing Firethorn’s investment strategy, Peter leads the deal sourcing team, directing on the underwriting and analysis of all new opportunities.

Chris Webb

Partner Click to show details

Co-leading on Firethorn’s strategic direction, Chris is responsible for optimising income, managing risk and driving value through active management of both assets and developments, in alignment with Firethorn’s investment strategy.

Richard Whitby

Chief Financial Officer Click to show details

Responsible for leading the finance and operations across the Firethorn portfolio, Richard plays a key role in the analysis of potential acquisitions, with a focus on corporate structuring, tax and debt financing.

OUR STORY

We invest, develop and deliver.

At Firethorn, we do things differently. Our entrepreneurial vision is combined with disciplined execution to deliver high quality real estate solutions. From net-zero industrial warehouses, to residential accommodation, we create modern spaces that enable businesses and people to thrive.

We don’t just build properties; we create long term value. With market-leading expertise across multiple disciplines and sectors, we have the ideas – and infrastructure – to maximise asset performance and unlock new opportunities.

OUR SERVICES

Investment Strategy

We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing institutional-quality investment strategies and uncovering high potential real estate opportunities. Our work is driven by research, underpinned by a deep understanding of evolving market dynamics, as well as asset fundamentals. It is supported by a proven ability to deploy and return capital to achieve consistently strong, risk-adjusted returns.

Acquisitions & Disposals

Firethorn targets value-add and opportunistic acquisitions. Our vertically integrated, full-service team gives us the ability to act fast and with precision, unlocking value at every stage of the investment lifecycle. Our multi-disciplinary market presence allows us to make informed, strategic hold-sell decisions, ensuring client returns are consistently maximised.

Development

With extensive experience of delivering success across a variety of sectors, our development team has a unique ability to tailor deal structures that meet the unique needs of our clients. Our solutions range from build-to-suit and speculative developments, to providing expert third-party development management services.

Development Management

Firethorn’s clients benefit from our market presence as an active principal investor, as well as our trusted relationships with leading design and construction partners, meaning we can provide reliable cost projections early in the design phase. Our proactive approach enables us to manage risks effectively, while delivering projects on time and within budget.

Asset Management

As trusted advisors to our clients and capital partners, we develop and execute tailored strategies that drive superior asset performance. Our primary objective is to maximise investment returns, while contributing to the economic vitality of the communities in which we operate.

Outsourced Real Estate Services

Our industry-leading expertise provides clients with a trusted alternative to maintaining in-house real estate teams. We offer an entrepreneurial, comprehensive, institutional-quality suite of services and tailored solutions throughout the entire investment and development cycle, enabling us to drive success and maximise value for our clients.

Our Commitment to Communities

Building better today, for a brighter tomorrow.

United in the belief that we can make a positive difference to both people and places, we put community impact at the heart of every project.