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Richard Holmes and Nichola Gray - Media City Nell's Pizza Deal

  • Writer: Davitt Jones Bould
    Davitt Jones Bould
  • 20 hours ago
  • 2 min read

July 2025


Commercial property partner, Richard Holmes and Nichola Gray recently completed a lease for Nell's Pizza's new location in MediaCity, Manchester.


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Find out more about Richard here.


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Richard has advised the full spectrum of real estate owners from large multinational companies to high net worth individuals and also provides corporate support on a variety of transactions. Richard has worked with some of the largest commercial developers and property owners in the country on a range of different developments, including developments of shopping centres and offices. Clients recommend Richard for his understanding of their business needs and his accessible and approachable manner. Prior to joining Davitt Jones Bould, he was the Head of Real Estate at a Manchester law firm. He has previously worked for Eversheds and Freeths LLP. 



Find out more about Nichola here.

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Nichola Gray(Partner)

Nichola has over 10 years’ experience of practice in commercial property with firms including DLA Piper. She advises on a range of property matters including asset management, acquisitions and disposals, outsourcing and property aspects of corporate transactions. Nichola also edited Ross: Commercial Leases, the acknowledged market-leading text in the commercial property field.








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