CMB arranges commercial mortgages, bridging loans and development finance for property professionals across Knaresborough and North Yorkshire. Led by Matt Lenzie, ex-Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland, institutional-grade underwriting, direct lender access and decisions in 48 hours.
CMB combines former Lloyds and Bank of Scotland underwriting experience with direct board-level relationships at the UK's leading commercial lenders.
Former Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland professionals who understand lender criteria inside-out
Direct relationships with lender decision-makers for faster approvals and better terms
Proven success arranging complex commercial property finance across the UK
The factors lenders weigh when assessing Knaresborough commercial mortgages, sector demand, transport connectivity and active regeneration programmes.
“Picturesque market town above River Nidd. Mother Shipton's Cave tourism. Strong community.”
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Knaresborough town centre conservation; castle grounds and riverside improvements; Waterside area enhancement; Chain Lane housing; Scriven Park development; Mother Shipton's heritage investment
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40 commercial sales in Knaresborough across the last 60 months, sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. 14 records in the current sample are confidently sector-classified; the wider recent sample is shown as general commercial transaction evidence.
The Union Hotel, Thistle Hill, Knaresborough
The Board Inn, 3, High Street, Knaresborough
South Barn, 1, Goldsborough, Knaresborough
86, High Street, Knaresborough
14, Market Place, Knaresborough
69, High Street, Knaresborough
25a, High Street, Knaresborough
Tawny House, New Road, Scotton, Knaresborough
18, High Street, Knaresborough
Rowan House, Main Street, Staveley, Knaresborough
Highfield House, York Road, Knaresborough
58, High Street, Knaresborough
14, High Street, Knaresborough
37, High Street, Knaresborough
6, Park Square, Knaresborough
Low Mill Hall, Milner Lane, Scotton, Knaresborough
30, Manor Road, Knaresborough
2, Park Square, Knaresborough
2, Grimbald Crag Court, Knaresborough
Strikes Garden Centre, York Road, Knaresborough
3, Belmont Avenue, Forest Moor, Knaresborough
The General Tarleton, Boroughbridge Road, Ferrensby, Knaresborough
8, Aspin Oval, Knaresborough
38, Marsh Avenue, Knaresborough
Junction 47 A1m, Units 7-11, Knaresborough
9, Appleby Court, Knaresborough
2 - 4, Jockey Lane, Knaresborough
2, Park Row, Knaresborough
3, York Place, Knaresborough
The Tiger Inn, Coneythorpe, Knaresborough
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records). Sector classification is address-based and best-effort; unclassified records are shown as general commercial transactions and smaller sectors may include mixed-use or conversion deals.
Three core debt structures cover the majority of Knaresborough commercial property deals. Each carries a different lender panel, LTV ceiling and pricing band, match the structure to the asset and the timeline.
Founder & Principal Broker
With a career spanning Lloyds Bank, Bank of Scotland, and a partnership in a corporate finance business, Matt brings institutional-grade expertise to every deal in Knaresborough. Currently a board advisor to a pension administrator and trustee with £3.9bn of assets under advisory, Matt has raised over £300m of capital for property professionals across the UK.
View Full ProfileWhat makes Knaresborough fundable, where the development opportunity sits, which lenders are active, and the asset classes our team finances most often.
Knaresborough presents development opportunities linked to Knaresborough town centre conservation. Growing demand from the Tourism & Heritage sector is creating opportunities for purpose-built commercial space and conversion projects. Strong transport links enhance viability for mixed-use and residential-led schemes.
Good appetite for quality properties.
Our team has deep experience arranging commercial mortgages, bridging loans, and development finance across Knaresborough and the wider North Yorkshire region, from commercial property purchases to independent retail investments.
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We provide commercial mortgages, bridging finance, and development finance throughout North Yorkshire.
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Data-grounded answers about commercial property finance in Knaresborough, sourced from HM Land Registry transactions and our own deal flow.
HM Land Registry recorded 40 commercial property transactions in Knaresborough during the most recent reporting window. The median commercial sale price is £250,000, with the middle 50% of deals between £192,438 and £450,000. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Category B records).
The median commercial sale price recorded by HM Land Registry in Knaresborough is £250,000. Smaller end deals (lower quartile) sit around £192,438, while larger transactions (upper quartile) reach £450,000 and above. These are the figures lenders will benchmark valuations against when assessing a commercial mortgage application in Knaresborough.
The most active commercial sectors in Knaresborough (by recorded transaction count) are: retail (9 transactions), office (3 transactions), hotel (1 transaction). Sector mix matters because lender appetite, LTV ceilings and rate pricing all vary by use class — speak to our team for an indicative quote on the sector you are targeting.
Yes. We arrange commercial mortgages, commercial bridging finance and development finance for property in Knaresborough. Typical loan sizes range from £150,000 to £25m+, with LTVs up to 75% on standard commercial assets and up to 70% LTGDV on development. Whole-of-market access — including the high-street banks, challenger lenders and specialist commercial funders.
Call 07595 366094 or use the contact form to request a commercial mortgage quote in Knaresborough. We will review the asset, sector, deal structure and lender appetite specific to Knaresborough and come back with an indicative rate, LTV and term within 24–48 hours.