A NATIONAL dairy company has opened a new office in Trafford.

The new Altrincham base at 6 Ambassador Place, is part of McQueens Dairies’ new business plans for Greater Manchester.

Acting on behalf of its private client landlord, property agents Canning O’Neill have agreed terms with McQueens to let the 2nd floor, totalling 1,320 sq ft and including six on-site car parking spaces.

McQueens Dairies set a precedent in the UK with its milk deliveries, becoming the first dairy to offer two-litre bottles of milk delivered to doors on a two day a week basis.

The modern office in Altrincham town centre boasts on-site parking and has been updated with new kitchen facilities, high-speed internet, 24-hour access and on-site security.

James Dickinson, director at Canning O’Neill said demand for office space in Altrincham is at an all time hight.

He said: “The town centre’s renaissance over recent years has attracted professionals and businesses to the area, establishing Altrincham as a commercial hub in the North West with excellent connectivity.

“The town centre is drawing in successful and established organisations such as McQueens Dairies that recognise the value of the transport infrastructure and motorway networks, as well as the attractive amenities to support their ambitious growth plans.

“We are pleased to have acted quickly to meet McQueen’s requirements in Altrincham, in what is becoming an increasingly competitive market.”

Anna McQueen, owner of McQueens Dairies, added: “Living in the area and now running a business in Altrincham, I have experienced the town’s thriving commercial community and we’re very excited about the prospects this will bring for McQueens Dairies.

“We are already benefitting from the local employment pool, having recruited some high-quality staff and we are confident the location will enable our future growth plans.”

The dairy plans to create 25 jobs at the new Altrincham office over the next few months.