Avonmouth is a strategic regeneration project that has transformed brownfield land into a high-quality logistics and industrial hub. It’s designed to support both operational performance and workforce wellbeing, and is a modern, energy-efficient space in a highly connected location. Bringing together infrastructure, sustainability and access, alongside landscaped areas and people-focused features, we’re proud of how Avonmouth delivers spaces of all sizes where businesses work, grow and flourish.
The 212 acre site was formerly home to the Britannia Zinc Smelting Works, with over a century of heavy industrial activity, including zinc and lead smelting, which led to extensive contamination from heavy metals. The smelting operations ceased in the late 1990s, leaving behind a complex remediation challenge.
Indurent’s remediation approach was focused on retaining and reusing Made Ground materials on-site, reducing the need for importing materials. Contaminant pathways were severed through a combination of clean fill and engineered construction materials.
Key elements of the remediation included installing a cut-off wall to prevent the migration of contaminants, effluent treatment systems, and a sealed drainage system to manage rainfall and prevent further pollution. This approach not only addressed the contamination issues but also significantly reduced the carbon footprint associated with haulage, saving millions of transportation miles.
The site provides habitat connectivity and important links between Sites of Nature Conservation Importance (SNCI’s) in the surrounding area and around Bristol.
Financial contributions as part of planning consent have also helped fund the creation of new wetland habitat with the Severn Estuary internationally important for biodiversity and birdlife.
Planning has involved skillfull navigation of relevant aspects including highways, ecology, drainage, ground and environmental issues.
Delivery and contributions to on and off-site site infrastructure with new Kings Weston Lane footway / cyclepath and delivery underway to complete “missing links” of wider cyclepath infrastructure, new footway / cyclepath along Avonmouth Way including a bus gate and bus stops within site. All part of wider initiatives for supporting sustainable travel.
The high-quality, sustainable warehouse spaces have attracted prominent tenants, solidifying Access 18’s position as one of the leading employment hubs in the South West.
Notable occupiers include major brands like Ocado, Wayfair, Evri, DB Schenker, and Nisbets. These tenants benefit from the site’s flexible, BREEAM Excellent-rated buildings, which are designed to reduce operational costs through energy efficiency and sustainable practices. Smaller businesses, including SMEs such as Plant Ex and Herschel Infrared, have also found a home in Access 18’s diverse range of units, which cater to both large and small enterprises.
Sustainability has been a core focus throughout the development of Access 18, with all buildings adhering to the Indurent Standard for sustainable construction. This includes energy-efficient features such as photovoltaic (PV) systems, rainwater harvesting, and airtight building designs to reduce energy consumption.
The park integrates wellbeing initiatives into its design, including trim trails and cycling paths, EV charging points, and outdoor seating areas, landscaped areas, all designed to encourage active lifestyles and promote wellbeing for employees. These features reflect our commitment to creating spaces that not only meet business needs but also support the health and productivity of the workforce.
PV panels on roof as standard, generating significant energy savings and Smart LED lighting helping you reduce energy consumption by up to 75%
Roof lights reduce the need for additional daytime lighting and provide a light, bright environment for your employees
BREEAM Excellent rating targeted placing this warehouse in the top 10% of warehouses in the UK for sustainability.
With an EPC A+ rating, customers can lower their energy bills, all whilst delivering net zero carbon offices
Access 18 has already made a significant contribution to local employment, creating more than 2,000 jobs with plans to support around 5,000 jobs upon completion.
The redevelopment of the site has brought substantial employment opportunities to Avonmouth, which has long been a major industrial area. The planned Ocado Customer Fulfilment Centre alone is expected to employ over 800 people.
