Wragge & Co LLP Real Estate group has advised English Heritage on its acquisition of a historically important building – 54-57 Albion Street in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter.

Built in 1837, the property is a Grade II* listed jewellery workshop. The building's stock, equipment and company records remain in the property, creating a unique historical record of the industry. As part of the transaction, English Heritage has retained the services of Mr Tony Evans. He is the third generation of his family to have been involved in the business at the property. Mr Evans will work with English Heritage to collate and interpret the building's contents.

Real estate partner Sarah Thompson led the team. Employment specialist Rebecca Jones advised on the retention of Mr Evans as a consultant and Jordanna Popli provided intellectual property law expertise. The team worked alongside Tim Johnston and Ceri Pemberton from English Heritage.

Sarah Thompson said: "We have greatly enjoyed working with English Heritage on this unusual and fascinating project. A cross-firm team delivered a result that ensures the building and the knowledge of Mr Evans are conserved."

English Heritage protects and promotes England's historic environment and ensures that its past is researched and understood. It is the Government's adviser on the historic environment. Wragge & Co has a long-standing relationship with English Heritage. The firm advised English Heritage on the purchase of a Grade I listed building and gardens at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire and on the relocation of its head office to Waterhouse Square in London.

Wragge & Co's 27-partner Real Estate group is one of the largest full-service real estate teams in the UK. It advises major private and public organisations on matters ranging from asset management to environment; planning to tax; and litigation to regeneration. According to the Chambers & Partners 2008 'Who Acts for Corporate Britain' report, Wragge & Co is ranked as the joint-third largest real estate law adviser to FTSE 100 companies. Other clients include local authorities, developers and investors.

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