Drake Circus, Plymouth

Key Points

  • Opened in October 2006
  • Gross Lettable Area 1,000,000 sq ft (92,902 sq m)
  • 103 Units
  • Approx 19 million shoppers per annum
  • Smith Young advising since 2012 – Leasing
James Martin

James Martin

Director (Leasing)
Qualifications – BSc (Hons) MRICS

James joined Smith Young in 1991 and is an Equity Partner with over 25 years’ experience at the cutting edge of shopping centre leasing.

James lives near York and is married with three daughters. As well as spending time watching hockey and netball matches his interests include skiing, golf, rugby and time out on the bike.

Richard Padley

Richard Padley

Director (Leasing)
Qualifications – BSc (Hons) MSc MRICS

Richard joined us in 2016 from GVA - Leeds, where he was head of the Retail and Leisure team. He's an Equity Partner with over 12 years' experience at the cutting edge of the Retail, Catering and Leisure sectors.

Richard lives in Leeds with his wife and two young boys. Away from work Richard is a big sports fan and likes to keep himself active down at his local Crossfit gym. He also enjoys watching Sheffield Wednesday (unbelievable, but true…).

Simon Cole

Simon Cole

Director (Leasing)
Qualifications – BSc (Hons) MRICS

Simon joined us in 2002. He’s an Equity Partner with over 18 years’ experience of working in shopping centre leasing.

Simon lives in Sheffield with his wife and two sons. When he’s not ferrying them from one sports event to another, he (tries) to enjoy Sheffield United and is a keen motorsports fan. Simon’s an active walker, climber, cyclist and motorcyclist.