EEH Ventures Secures New Lease for Wrexham AFC at Eagles Meadow
Deal News | May 27, 2025 | Cripps
EEH Ventures, advised by Cripps' commercial real estate team, has granted a 17,000 sq ft lease to Wrexham AFC Limited at the Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham, Wales. This deal signifies a pivotal moment in EEH Ventures' ongoing strategy to rejuvenate the shopping center since acquiring it in 2022. The globally recognized football club, co-owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, plans to establish a flagship store, podcasting venue, and the headquarters for its international merchandising. Additionally, a collaboration agreement aimed at increasing visibility and footfall has been included. This leasing agreement underscores the increasing appeal of Eagles Meadow as North Wales' prime shopping and leisure destination. Cripps collaborated with Savills and Adynaton Asset Management to finalize the lease, contributing to the shopping center's revitalization efforts, including a separate initiative with AirHop trampoline park.
Sectors
- Commercial Real Estate
- Sports Management
- Retail
Geography
- United Kingdom – The transaction and activities described in the article take place in Wrexham, Wales, part of the United Kingdom.
Industry
- Commercial Real Estate – The article discusses the leasing of a large retail unit within a shopping center, a core aspect of the commercial real estate industry.
- Sports Management – Wrexham AFC, a football club involved in a strategic leasing deal, falls under sports management.
- Retail – The establishment of a new retail location by Wrexham AFC ties the article to the retail industry.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| EEH Ventures | Vendor | Company | A property investment and asset management company that acquired Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in 2022. |
| Wrexham AFC Limited | Target Company | Company | A globally recognized football club co-owned by actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. |
| Cripps | Legal Advisor | Company | Provided legal advisory for EEH Ventures on the lease deal. |
| Savills | Retail Consultant | Company | Worked alongside Cripps to complete the deal for EEH Ventures. |
| Adynaton Asset Management | Other Company | Company | Partnered with EEH Ventures in the strategic management of the shopping center. |
| Emily Wright | Legal Director | Person | Led the legal team at Cripps for this deal. |