Bequest a Building
Lead a Project

Save a neglected building & Become a Champion

If you’re a community leader, a development trust, or a building owner looking to take an active role in regeneration, Grand Bequest provides the tools, expertise, and connections to bring your vision to life.

Who Can Lead a Project?

Community Leaders & Development Trusts

For those driving regeneration efforts and seeking structured support to restore and repurpose buildings for community benefit.

Building Owners & Landlords

If you own an underutilised or vacant property, Grand Bequest helps you unlock its full potential, from feasibility to funding.

Regeneration Champions & Advocates

Individuals passionate about historic preservation and urban renewal who want to take an active role in property redevelopment.

Local Councils & Government Bodies

Public sector leaders looking to revitalise properties, attract investment, and create sustainable community projects.

What Does It Mean to Become a Champion?

Becoming a Champion means taking a leadership role in revitalizing neglected buildings and transforming them into valuable community assets. Champions work alongside Grand Bequest to guide projects through assessment, funding readiness, and development, ensuring buildings are brought back into use in a sustainable and impactful way. With expert support and structured resources, Champions play a key role in making regeneration projects investment-ready while fostering community engagement and long-term success.

How It Works

Saving a building has never been simpler. With just a few steps, you can start the journey to bring an empty property back into use. Our process ensures expert guidance, clear next steps, and a path to funding.

Bequest Your Building

Submit the building details, including location, photos, and any known history.

Get a Free Initial 1-on-1

Schedule a consultation with our team to discuss the building’s potential and explore possible regeneration strategies.

Submit & Track Progress

Get a tailored roadmap outlining next steps, including eligibility for funding, partnerships, and development opportunities.
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What Happens Next? The Grand Bequest Process

Once you apply to lead a project, our team begins the process of assessing its potential, guiding you through the key steps to secure investment and bring the building back into use.
Become a Champion

Evaluation & Feasibility Check

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Funding & Investment Potential

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Community & Stakeholder Engagement

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Project Development & Execution

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For local residents, building owners, and community leaders looking to take action.

Reccomended

Champion Certification Workshop

£ 3,000 Inc.VAT
  • Learn how to lead a regeneration project
  • Access funding & support networks
  • Gain official Champion Certification
  • Connect with experts & local councils
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Reccomended

Grand Grade Report

£ 6,000 Inc.VAT
  • Full building assessment
  • Investment viability scoring
  • Compliance & regulatory insights
  • Clear next steps for action
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Rank & Render package

£ 15,000 Inc.VAT
  • Learn how to lead a regeneration project
  • Access funding & support networks
  • Gain official Champion Certification
  • Connect with experts & local councils
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Service Packages

Must complete Champion & Owner Unlock before purchasing these packages.

Owner Unlock

£ 3,000 Inc.VAT
  • Ownership & legal setup
  • Building history & rights verification
  • Strategy for planning permissions
  • Initial viability review
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Site Visit Fee

£ 3,000 Inc.VAT
  • Expert-led on-site evaluation
  • Customised recommendations
  • Regulatory & planning advice
  • Direct support from specialists
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Champion Nomination Package

£ 12,000 Inc.VAT
  • Project certification support
  • Funding & investment preparation
  • Community & stakeholder engagement
  • Official Champion status recognition
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Advanced Development Services

Feasibility & Investment Readiness

Feasibility & Impact Package

£ 60,000 Inc.VAT
  • Comprehensive site analysis
  • Includes drone, structural, realtor & regulation reports
  • Investment-readiness assessment
  • Sustainability & risk evaluation
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Funding Readiness Package

£ 30,000 Inc.VAT
  • Custom website & digital marketing
  • QR code & on-site branding
  • Video promotions for funding
  • Rank & Render optimisation
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Grand Opening Celebration Package

£ 10,000
  • PR event & media coverage
  • Local engagement activities
  • Investor & stakeholder networking
  • Celebration of project milestones
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Why Choose Grand Bequest?

Empowerment Through Leadership

Whether you're a development trust, local leader, or champion, we equip you with the tools, structure, and guidance to take charge—turning a neglected property into a vibrant asset for your community.

Structured, Step-by-Step Support

From your first submission to securing funding, our proven framework breaks the process down into clear stages—ensuring you always know what’s next and how to move forward with confidence.

Backed by a Team of Specialists

Our network includes architects, planners, surveyors, and finance experts. Together, they help you tackle complexity, fast-track approvals, and prepare for long-term success with measurable results.

A Trusted Path to Real Impact

We’ve helped champions across the UK lead projects that deliver environmental, cultural, and economic value. Our process is tried, tested, and tailored to amplify your leadership and local vision.
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More Ways to Get Involved!

Featured
Projects

Discover inspiring regeneration projects that are bringing historic buildings back to life. At Grand Bequest, we identify and support the transformation of neglected properties into thriving community assets. From castles to industrial sites, each project has the potential to create economic, social, and environmental impact. Explore our featured projects and see how you can be a part of the regeneration movement—whether by investing, sponsoring, or leading a project yourself.
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Explore Projects

Lennox Castle

⚲ Lennoxtown, Glasgow G66 7LD, UK

Cook and Sons Saw Manufacturing

⚲ 20 Elliot St, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8EB, UK

Dundee Custom House

⚲ Customs House, Dock St, Dundee DD1 3DU, UK

Frequently Asked Questions

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Registered Office address: 272 Bath Street, Glasgow, UK G2 4JR.

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