Nuneaton Baytree & Rhenus, Nuneaton

Project Overview
Baytree, Nuneaton comprises the delivery of a major industrial and logistics campus totalling close to one million square feet. The development includes two large-scale distribution units alongside a three-storey, 30,000 sq ft office headquarters element constructed entirely from cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glue-laminated timber (Glulam), making it one of the largest timber office structures currently being delivered in the UK.

The scheme forms part of Baytree’s commitment to delivering high-performance, future-ready logistics space while prioritising sustainability, employee wellbeing and long-term operational efficiency.

Project Requirements
The client required a highly sustainable industrial and logistics development capable of accommodating modern high-volume distribution operations while significantly reducing embodied and operational carbon. Key requirements included flexible warehouse accommodation, an innovative low-carbon office solution, extensive infrastructure works, and enhanced site accessibility through highway improvements, all delivered to exacting environmental standards.

Glencar’s Role
Glencar was appointed to deliver the design and construction of the logistics units, timber-framed office headquarters, and all associated infrastructure and external works. This included coordinating specialist timber construction, managing complex phasing, and integrating sustainability objectives throughout the design and delivery process.

Scope of Works
Enabling Works / Civils & Infrastructure
- Extensive earthworks and ground remediation
- Utility diversions and site-wide infrastructure installation
- Section 278 highway works including junction upgrades and road realignment

Building / Superstructure
- Construction of two large-scale distribution units
- Delivery of a three-storey, 30,000 sq ft office headquarters
- Office structure constructed entirely from CLT and Glulam
- Shell and core delivery with flexibility for tenant fit-out

Fit-Out & Building Services
- High-performance building envelope solutions
- Energy-efficient building services systems
- Integration of sustainability-led design features

External Works & Landscaping
- Comprehensive landscaping strategy
- Creation of outdoor recreational facilities
- Multi-use games areas (MUGAs)
- Pedestrian routes and enhanced public realm

Technical & Delivery Challenges
The project required the integration of large-scale logistics accommodation with one of the UK’s most significant mass-timber office structures, demanding careful coordination between structural design, fire strategy, and construction sequencing. Delivering the scheme within a live infrastructure environment while undertaking major Section 278 works required detailed planning and stakeholder coordination.

Delivery Conditions Addressed
- Large-scale industrial construction
- Timber-framed commercial building delivery
- Major infrastructure and highway works
- Sustainability-driven design and construction
- Programme-critical logistics delivery

Sustainability & ESG
Sustainability was embedded at the core of the project, with the timber-framed office significantly reducing embodied carbon compared to traditional construction methods. The development achieved BREEAM Outstanding for Unit 1 and was designed to be WELL Ready, prioritising occupant health and wellbeing. Additional measures included energy-efficient building systems, enhanced biodiversity through landscaping, and infrastructure designed to support long-term low-carbon operation.

The Outcome
Baytree, Nuneaton delivers a best-in-class industrial and logistics campus that sets new standards for sustainability, innovation and employee wellbeing. The development provides flexible, future-proofed accommodation while demonstrating Glencar’s capability to deliver complex, environmentally responsible projects at scale.