Ueshima Coffee’s (UCC) new UK headquarters in Linford Wood

Milton Keynes’ commercial property market has been given a fresh shot of energy as Milton Keynes Development Partnership (MKDP) secured a landmark deal with leading coffee business, UCC, for its new UK headquarters at Linford Wood.

The Japanese total coffee solution brand, known for premium coffee brand, Ueshima, private label and portfolio of coffee machines, will move into a modern facility designed to support growth and innovation. The new headquarters spans 44,523 sq ft, split between office space and a high-spec warehouse, with scope for future expansion.

Currently based in Tilbrook, UCC employs 169 people in Milton Keynes and will relocate to Linford Wood under a long lease that includes potential for expansion on adjacent land. The transaction was facilitated by Kirkby Diamond (now part of Eddisons), demonstrating strong collaboration with MKDP to retain a global business in Milton Keynes.

Matthew Green, Property Development Director at MKDP said: “Securing UCC’s headquarters in the city is a significant achievement for Milton Keynes. Retaining a globalWe are delighted to welcome UCC to Linford Wood and look forward to a long and successful relationship. business and safeguarding local jobs is a vital component in the continued economic success of the city.  

This strategic move reinforces Milton Keynes’ position as a thriving hub for international businesses and innovation.

Kenneth Porter, UCC said “We look forward to operating from our new location in 2026 and beyond. Our new home in Milton Keynes gives us a fantastic, open, modern space for our team to work together in, our customers to visit and collaborate with us and for the long term development of our coffee business.”

Eamon Kennedy, Head of Industrial & Logistics at Kirkby Diamond said  “We took the enquiry, gained a clear understanding of UCC’s specific requirements, and linked this to an off-market opportunity we had been made aware of. This deal demonstrates the strength of our market knowledge and the value of our collaborative approach. Our team was supported by Sam Poynter in our property management division who manages MKDP’s portfolio, as well as our building consultancy team, who advised on the technical aspects. We wish UCC every success at their new headquarters.”