Capco has been in the business of London property for over 85 years...
Capital & Counties Property Company Limited is incorporated. Its portfolio grows to include property in London and the home counties.
Capital & Counties plc merges with Transatlantic Holdings plc, which changes its name to Liberty International Holdings in 1996.
Capco acquires the iconic Covent Garden Market and Piazza as well as properties on surrounding streets.
Capco and Great Portland Estates plc form The Great Capital Partnership, a 50:50 joint venture to own, manage and develop properties in central London.
Capco acquires a 50% interest in Earls Court & Olympia. The remaining 50% is acquired in 2010.
Capital & Counties demerges from Liberty International PLC to become Capital & Counties Properties PLC (Capco).
The largest Apple store in the world opens on the corner of the Piazza signalling the repositioning of Covent Garden.
Positive planning decision for proposal to upgrade Olympia to improve capacity and flexibility.
Outline planning applications submitted for the Earls Court Masterplan and a detailed planning application submitted for the Seagrave Road site.
Capco launches The Henrietta, its first luxury residential conversion in Covent Garden. All four apartments are sold in 2012, setting new standards for price and quality in the area.
Positive planning decision for redevelopment of Seagrave Road car park at Earls Court.
50:50 Joint Venture Agreement with the Kwok Family Interests for the Seagrave Road development completes.
The London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham resolves to grant outline planning permission for the Earls Court Masterplan.
Capco acquires The Wellington Portolio - three buildings in Covent Garden comprising 52,694 sq ft of restaurant, office and retail space.
The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC) resolves to grant outline planning permission for the Earls Court Masterplan.
Legendary New York brasserie Balthazar opens its only restaurant in Europe in Covent Garden, confirming its reputation as a fine dining destination.
The Secretary of States consents to the Conditional Land Sale Agreement with LBHF confirming the inclusion of their holdings in the Earls Court Masterplan.
Capco launches its second residential conversion in Covent Garden, The Russell, comprising two duplex penthouses and three lateral apartments overlooking the Piazza.
Capco purchases 50% of the Empress State Building from Land Securities for £117m, becoming sole owner.
Five new openings in Covent Garden including cult Manhattan burger restaurant Shake Shack, Parisian fashion label Sandro and Australian beauty brand Aesop.
The Mayor of London formally confirms his acceptance of the outline planning applications for the Earls Court Masterplan.
Formal planning consent granted for the Earls Court Masterplan following the signing of the Section 106 Agreement.
Planning applications approved for a new mixed-use development in Covent Garden known as Kings Court and Carriage Hall.
Phase 1 of Lillie Square predominantly sold as the scheme's central location and premium specification generated high demand.
TfL and Capco enter into an investmet vehicle to bring forward the first phases of the Earls Court Masterplan.
Detailed planning consent achieved for Earls Court Village including 1,200 new homes, over 3 acres of green space and the first phase of the High Street.
Caprice Holdings signs a lease for The Ivy Market Grill, a sequel to The Ivy, offering an all-day menu of modern British food in a prime location overlooking Covent Garden's Piazza.
Planning permission granted for conversion of the Empress State Building to residential use, providing 340 new homes.
Covent Garden is further established as a dining destination with the launch of LIMA Floral from Michelin-starred Peruvian chef Virgilio Martinez.
Enabling works begin on site at Lillie Square.
Capco's third luxury office-to-residential conversion, The Southampton, comes to market offering six 2-bed apartment and one 3-bed penthouse for rent.
Unique concept stores from Bobbi Brown and Clinique establish Covent Garden as London's newest beauty hub.
Launch of The Beecham, a residential conversion with nine luxury apartments located on the corner of Henrietta Street above The Ivy Market Grill.
A block on Bedford Street acquired for £68m, brings total acquisitions at Covent Garden for 2014 to £167m.
15 high quality penthouses come to market at Lillie Square.
Kiko Milano signs to James Street setting a new Zone A rental level for Covent Garden of £1,000 sq ft.
The successful transition of the exhibition business to Olympia is well under way following the closure of Earls Court exhibition centres.
Henrietta Street is established as a new menswear destination with the opening of Nigel Cabourn, The Real McCoy's and Edwin Jeans.
Detailed planning consent is achieved for West Brompton Village.
The development of Kings Court continues, while fashion illustrator Donald Robertson unveils bespoke illustrations for hoardings on Floral Street, launching a new upmarket direction for the street.
Earls Court Partnership Limited ("ECPL"), the venture between Capco and TfL completed. Capco is leading the Earls Court venture.
Deconstruction of the Earls Court exhibition centres begins.
New sports facilities at Fulham Boys School are made available to Earls Court estates residents.
Covent Garden launches new smartphone loyalty app The Pass, providing offers from over 50 tenants.
The iconic illuminated sign is removed from EC1 and archived for potential future use.
Charlotte Tilbury signs to James Street setting a new Zone A rental level for Covent Garden £1,400 per sq ft.
Construction of Phase 1 of Lillie Square progresses on track, with Phase 1 buyers due to start moving in from H2 2016.
Cultural commission of 100,000 white balloons in Covent Garden's Market Building by artist Charles Pétillon, generates over 400 pieces of coverage and attracts 2.3 million visitors to the district.
Earls Court community Hub opens, initiating Capco's presence on the ground in Earls Court and inviting drop-in sessions from the local community.
The Lillie Square three-bedroom mock-up apartment opens on Seagrave Road, while Phase 2 - Lillie Square East - introduces a range of luxury one, two and three bedroom lateral homes and a collection of duplex apartments with private gardens.
1,300 tonnes of steel is lowered as the roof of the former Earls Court 1 exhibition hall is removed.
3INA Cosmetics signs to James Street, setting a new Zone A rental level of £1,475 per sq ft for Covent Garden.
Earls Court Project Rooms open, showcasing the plans and vision for the development.
The former Earls Court 2 roof and structures are demolished to ground level.
SUSHISAMBA agrees terms to occupy the Opera Terrace site in the Market Building, one of the most prominent dining locations in London, set to open in 2017.
The opening of two new dining concepts, Flat Iron and Frenchie, enhance the F&B offer on Henrietta Street in Covent Garden.
Luxury beuaty brand NARS signs lease on King Street for its first stand-alone boutique, joining Covent Garden's Beauty Quarter.
£150 million HCA loan facility signed to fund infrastructure-related works on ECPL land interests.
Earls Court Project Rooms open for the first monthly 'Second Saturdays' community event.
The launch of the Lillie Square Garden Collection offering duplex homes with exclusive private outdoor spaces designed by Andy Sturgeon.
New purpose-built engagement facility for residents of the West Kensington and Gibbs Green estates opens to provide information about the Earls Court development.
Acclaimed New York Chinese restaurant RedFarm signs to the unit next to Balthazar on Russell Street. The restaurant is to open in 2017.
A four-week late night shopping campaign, which resulted in an increase in footfall and positive sales. The campaign included a series of events with street food pop-ups and an installation by fashion designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
Petersham Nurseries signs to the Floral Court development, taking over 16,000 sq ft across four units. Petersham Nurseries will create new bespoke retail and dining concepts at Covent Garden, adding to the strong dining offer.
Topping out of Floral Court development achieved in August.
Capco, together with Robert De Niro and BD Hotels, is granted planning approval by Westminster City Council to create a visionary new 83-room luxury boutique hotel.
The UK's leading independent luxury watch retailer The Watch Gallery opens in the Royal Opera House Arcade, joining Mulberry and Lulu Guinness, to introduce luxury accessories to the Arcade for the first time.
Plans brought forward for the detailed design of Exhibition Square - the gateway to the Earls Court development from Warwick Road. Detailed consent achieved in January 2017.
Fine British shoe brand Cheaney signs lease on Henrietta Street for a 1,000 sq ft unit, further enhancing the retail offer on the street.
Capco purchases Tower House, a substantial corner building at 10 Southampton Street, from Derwent London plc for £67.5 million.
In partnership with the Royal Opera House, Christmas at Covent Garden launches with a public open air performance on the Piazza from the Royal Opera Chorus, followed by excerpts from The Nutcracker performed by artists of the Royal Ballet.
Demolition of both former Earls Court Exhibition Centres to ground level is complete.
Representations made to the GLA 'London Plan' consultation, highlighting that Earls Court can accommodate 10,000 homes.
ECPL engaged in public consultations on proposals for 400 new homes at Empress Place.
The largest crane ever used in London arrives in Earls Court to remove the portal beams from over the London Underground lines.
Openings from Hotel Chocolat and premium fragrance brand Atelier Cologne enhances the retail offer in the Market Building.
First residents move into their new homes at Lillie Square as the first units complete.
US 'gastro-fast' restaurant Buns & Buns signs to the Market Building and outerwear brand K-Way agrees lease for Henrietta Street, while Tom Davies and N.Peal sign to the Royal Opera House Arcade.
Signings from Tom Ford, DECIEM and Giorgio Armani Beauty's Armani Box London strengthen the luxury beauty offering on the North side of the Market Building, joining established beauty boutiques from Chanel, Dior and Burberry.
Capco announces the sale of Venues for £296 million. The sale positions Capco to concentrate effort and resources on its core central London estates at Covent Garden and Earls Court.
Floral Court welcomes Petersham Nurseries opening its doors to its first units within the Floral Court development, with a retail store, deli and florist
Show stopping switch on for 2017 in partnership with BBC Children in Need sees Kylie Minogue and Charlotte Tilbury switch on the lights with Pudsey, against the backdrop of a sparkling performance from the stars of 42nd street
£99 million invested to extend and consolidate Covent Garden ownership, including purchase of 15-17 Long Acre and 27b Floral Street
Capco announces the sale of the Empress State Building for £250 million
Iconic New York jewellery brand Tiffany & Co. chooses Covent Garden to showcase its innovative retail approach with a new flagship concept store on James Street
Peloton, the leading US fitness sensation, opens temporary experience on Floral Street ahead of the launch of their first flagship outside the US
The heritage component of The Floral Court Collection (16 apartments) is leased and there is strong buyer demand for the 29 new build apartments
Covent Garden goes from strength to strength as a dining destination with ten new locations open in 2018, including SushiSamba, RedFarm and Buns & Buns
The Christmas campaign was kick-started by a light switch-on which played host to The Kingdom Choir, cast of Matilda and Paloma Faith in partnership with charity Crisis
The luxury retail operator Bucherer agreed terms to upsize it’s offering to a more prominent flagship store within the Royal Opera House Arcade with an increased floor plate
The first ever London Beauty Week launches as a partnership between Covent Garden and The British Beauty Council
Actress Emilia Clarke, Dame Emma Thompson and Director Paul Feig switch on the Covent Garden Christmas lights, along with incredible West End cast of The Snowman. This year’s festivities were in support of Crisis
Capco announces the sale of its interests in Earls Court for £425 million. The sale positions Capco as a prime central London property investment business.
For the Christmas trading period, cosmetics brands Glossier and Huda Beauty have launched pop up concepts on Floral Street and the East Piazza, which is also hosting the Tiffany & Co. ice-skating rink
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December 2019
For the Christmas trading period, cosmetics brands Glossier and Huda Beauty have launched pop up concepts on Floral Street and the East Piazza, which is also hosting the Tiffany & Co. ice-skating rink
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November 2019
Actress Emilia Clarke, Dame Emma Thompson and Director Paul Feig switch on the Covent Garden Christmas lights, along with incredible West End cast of The Snowman. This year’s festivities were in support of Crisis
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November 2019
Capco announces the sale of its interests in Earls Court for £425 million. The sale positions Capco as a prime central London property investment business.
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July 2019
The first ever London Beauty Week launches as a partnership between Covent Garden and The British Beauty Council
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May 2019
The luxury retail operator Bucherer agreed terms to upsize it’s offering to a more prominent flagship store within the Royal Opera House Arcade with an increased floor plate
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November 2018
The Christmas campaign was kick-started by a light switch-on which played host to The Kingdom Choir, cast of Matilda and Paloma Faith in partnership with charity Crisis
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October 2018
Covent Garden goes from strength to strength as a dining destination with ten new locations open in 2018, including SushiSamba, RedFarm and Buns & Buns
-
September 2018
The heritage component of The Floral Court Collection (16 apartments) is leased and there is strong buyer demand for the 29 new build apartments
-
August 2018
Peloton, the leading US fitness sensation, opens temporary experience on Floral Street ahead of the launch of their first flagship outside the US
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May 2018
Iconic New York jewellery brand Tiffany & Co. chooses Covent Garden to showcase its innovative retail approach with a new flagship concept store on James Street
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March, 2018
Capco announces the sale of the Empress State Building for £250 million
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December 2017
£99 million invested to extend and consolidate Covent Garden ownership, including purchase of 15-17 Long Acre and 27b Floral Street
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November 2017
Show stopping switch on for 2017 in partnership with BBC Children in Need sees Kylie Minogue and Charlotte Tilbury switch on the lights with Pudsey, against the backdrop of a sparkling performance from the stars of 42nd street
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August 2017
Floral Court welcomes Petersham Nurseries opening its doors to its first units within the Floral Court development, with a retail store, deli and florist
-
April, 2017
Capco announces the sale of Venues for £296 million. The sale positions Capco to concentrate effort and resources on its core central London estates at Covent Garden and Earls Court.
-
February, 2017
US 'gastro-fast' restaurant Buns & Buns signs to the Market Building and outerwear brand K-Way agrees lease for Henrietta Street, while Tom Davies and N.Peal sign to the Royal Opera House Arcade.
-
February, 2017
Signings from Tom Ford, DECIEM and Giorgio Armani Beauty's Armani Box London strengthen the luxury beauty offering on the North side of the Market Building, joining established beauty boutiques from Chanel, Dior and Burberry.
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December, 2016
Representations made to the GLA 'London Plan' consultation, highlighting that Earls Court can accommodate 10,000 homes.
-
December, 2016
ECPL engaged in public consultations on proposals for 400 new homes at Empress Place.
-
December, 2016
The largest crane ever used in London arrives in Earls Court to remove the portal beams from over the London Underground lines.
-
December, 2016
Openings from Hotel Chocolat and premium fragrance brand Atelier Cologne enhances the retail offer in the Market Building.
-
December, 2016
First residents move into their new homes at Lillie Square as the first units complete.
-
November, 2016
Fine British shoe brand Cheaney signs lease on Henrietta Street for a 1,000 sq ft unit, further enhancing the retail offer on the street.
-
October, 2016
Capco purchases Tower House, a substantial corner building at 10 Southampton Street, from Derwent London plc for £67.5 million.
-
November, 2016
In partnership with the Royal Opera House, Christmas at Covent Garden launches with a public open air performance on the Piazza from the Royal Opera Chorus, followed by excerpts from The Nutcracker performed by artists of the Royal Ballet.
-
November, 2016
Demolition of both former Earls Court Exhibition Centres to ground level is complete.
-
September, 2016
The UK's leading independent luxury watch retailer The Watch Gallery opens in the Royal Opera House Arcade, joining Mulberry and Lulu Guinness, to introduce luxury accessories to the Arcade for the first time.
-
September, 2016
Plans brought forward for the detailed design of Exhibition Square - the gateway to the Earls Court development from Warwick Road. Detailed consent achieved in January 2017.
-
August, 2016
Topping out of Floral Court development achieved in August.
-
August, 2016
Capco, together with Robert De Niro and BD Hotels, is granted planning approval by Westminster City Council to create a visionary new 83-room luxury boutique hotel.
-
July, 2016
Acclaimed New York Chinese restaurant RedFarm signs to the unit next to Balthazar on Russell Street. The restaurant is to open in 2017.
-
July, 2016
A four-week late night shopping campaign, which resulted in an increase in footfall and positive sales. The campaign included a series of events with street food pop-ups and an installation by fashion designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
-
July, 2016
Petersham Nurseries signs to the Floral Court development, taking over 16,000 sq ft across four units. Petersham Nurseries will create new bespoke retail and dining concepts at Covent Garden, adding to the strong dining offer.
-
May, 2016
The launch of the Lillie Square Garden Collection offering duplex homes with exclusive private outdoor spaces designed by Andy Sturgeon.
-
May, 2016
New purpose-built engagement facility for residents of the West Kensington and Gibbs Green estates opens to provide information about the Earls Court development.
-
April, 2016
Earls Court Project Rooms open for the first monthly 'Second Saturdays' community event.
-
March, 2016
£150 million HCA loan facility signed to fund infrastructure-related works on ECPL land interests.
-
February, 2016
SUSHISAMBA agrees terms to occupy the Opera Terrace site in the Market Building, one of the most prominent dining locations in London, set to open in 2017.
-
February, 2016
The opening of two new dining concepts, Flat Iron and Frenchie, enhance the F&B offer on Henrietta Street in Covent Garden.
-
February, 2016
Luxury beuaty brand NARS signs lease on King Street for its first stand-alone boutique, joining Covent Garden's Beauty Quarter.
-
December, 2015
The former Earls Court 2 roof and structures are demolished to ground level.
-
November, 2015
3INA Cosmetics signs to James Street, setting a new Zone A rental level of £1,475 per sq ft for Covent Garden.
-
November, 2015
Earls Court Project Rooms open, showcasing the plans and vision for the development.
-
October, 2015
1,300 tonnes of steel is lowered as the roof of the former Earls Court 1 exhibition hall is removed.
-
September, 2015
The Lillie Square three-bedroom mock-up apartment opens on Seagrave Road, while Phase 2 - Lillie Square East - introduces a range of luxury one, two and three bedroom lateral homes and a collection of duplex apartments with private gardens.
-
August, 2015
Cultural commission of 100,000 white balloons in Covent Garden's Market Building by artist Charles Pétillon, generates over 400 pieces of coverage and attracts 2.3 million visitors to the district.
-
August, 2015
Earls Court community Hub opens, initiating Capco's presence on the ground in Earls Court and inviting drop-in sessions from the local community.
-
July, 2015
Construction of Phase 1 of Lillie Square progresses on track, with Phase 1 buyers due to start moving in from H2 2016.
-
June, 2015
Covent Garden launches new smartphone loyalty app The Pass, providing offers from over 50 tenants.
-
June, 2015
The iconic illuminated sign is removed from EC1 and archived for potential future use.
-
June, 2015
Charlotte Tilbury signs to James Street setting a new Zone A rental level for Covent Garden £1,400 per sq ft.
-
April 2015
The development of Kings Court continues, while fashion illustrator Donald Robertson unveils bespoke illustrations for hoardings on Floral Street, launching a new upmarket direction for the street.
-
April, 2015
Earls Court Partnership Limited ("ECPL"), the venture between Capco and TfL completed. Capco is leading the Earls Court venture.
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APRIL 2015
Deconstruction of the Earls Court exhibition centres begins.
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April, 2015
New sports facilities at Fulham Boys School are made available to Earls Court estates residents.
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MARCH 2015
Henrietta Street is established as a new menswear destination with the opening of Nigel Cabourn, The Real McCoy's and Edwin Jeans.
-
March, 2015
Detailed planning consent is achieved for West Brompton Village.
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JANUARY 2015
The successful transition of the exhibition business to Olympia is well under way following the closure of Earls Court exhibition centres.
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DECEMBER 2014
Kiko Milano signs to James Street setting a new Zone A rental level for Covent Garden of £1,000 sq ft.
-
NOVEMBER 2014
Launch of The Beecham, a residential conversion with nine luxury apartments located on the corner of Henrietta Street above The Ivy Market Grill.
-
NOVEMBER 2014
A block on Bedford Street acquired for £68m, brings total acquisitions at Covent Garden for 2014 to £167m.
-
NOVEMBER 2014
15 high quality penthouses come to market at Lillie Square.
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OCTOBER 2014
Unique concept stores from Bobbi Brown and Clinique establish Covent Garden as London's newest beauty hub.
-
SEPTEMBER 2014
Capco's third luxury office-to-residential conversion, The Southampton, comes to market offering six 2-bed apartment and one 3-bed penthouse for rent.
-
AUGUST 2014
Enabling works begin on site at Lillie Square.
-
JULY 2014
Covent Garden is further established as a dining destination with the launch of LIMA Floral from Michelin-starred Peruvian chef Virgilio Martinez.
-
MAY 2014
Caprice Holdings signs a lease for The Ivy Market Grill, a sequel to The Ivy, offering an all-day menu of modern British food in a prime location overlooking Covent Garden's Piazza.
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MAY 2014
Planning permission granted for conversion of the Empress State Building to residential use, providing 340 new homes.
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APRIL 2014
Detailed planning consent achieved for Earls Court Village including 1,200 new homes, over 3 acres of green space and the first phase of the High Street.
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MARCH 2014
Phase 1 of Lillie Square predominantly sold as the scheme's central location and premium specification generated high demand.
-
MARCH 2014
TfL and Capco enter into an investmet vehicle to bring forward the first phases of the Earls Court Masterplan.
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DECEMBER 2013
Planning applications approved for a new mixed-use development in Covent Garden known as Kings Court and Carriage Hall.
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NOVEMBER, 2013
Formal planning consent granted for the Earls Court Masterplan following the signing of the Section 106 Agreement.
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JULY 2013
Five new openings in Covent Garden including cult Manhattan burger restaurant Shake Shack, Parisian fashion label Sandro and Australian beauty brand Aesop.
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JULY 2013
The Mayor of London formally confirms his acceptance of the outline planning applications for the Earls Court Masterplan.
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MAY, 2013
Capco purchases 50% of the Empress State Building from Land Securities for £117m, becoming sole owner.
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The Government grants consent to the CLSA with LBHF
The Secretary of States consents to the Conditional Land Sale Agreement with LBHF confirming the inclusion of their holdings in the Earls Court Masterplan.
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APRIL 2013
Capco launches its second residential conversion in Covent Garden, The Russell, comprising two duplex penthouses and three lateral apartments overlooking the Piazza.
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FEBRUARY 2013
Legendary New York brasserie Balthazar opens its only restaurant in Europe in Covent Garden, confirming its reputation as a fine dining destination.
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NOVEMBER 2012
Capco acquires The Wellington Portolio - three buildings in Covent Garden comprising 52,694 sq ft of restaurant, office and retail space.
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November 2012
The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea (RBKC) resolves to grant outline planning permission for the Earls Court Masterplan.
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September 2012
The London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham resolves to grant outline planning permission for the Earls Court Masterplan.
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August 2012
50:50 Joint Venture Agreement with the Kwok Family Interests for the Seagrave Road development completes.
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February 2012
Positive planning decision for redevelopment of Seagrave Road car park at Earls Court.
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FEBRUARY 2012
Capco launches The Henrietta, its first luxury residential conversion in Covent Garden. All four apartments are sold in 2012, setting new standards for price and quality in the area.
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June 2011
Outline planning applications submitted for the Earls Court Masterplan and a detailed planning application submitted for the Seagrave Road site.
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October 2010
Positive planning decision for proposal to upgrade Olympia to improve capacity and flexibility.
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AUGUST 2010
The largest Apple store in the world opens on the corner of the Piazza signalling the repositioning of Covent Garden.
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May 2010
Capital & Counties demerges from Liberty International PLC to become Capital & Counties Properties PLC (Capco).
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July 2007
Capco acquires a 50% interest in Earls Court & Olympia. The remaining 50% is acquired in 2010.
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March 2007
Capco and Great Portland Estates plc form The Great Capital Partnership, a 50:50 joint venture to own, manage and develop properties in central London.
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August 2006
Capco acquires the iconic Covent Garden Market and Piazza as well as properties on surrounding streets.
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June 1992
Capital & Counties plc merges with Transatlantic Holdings plc, which changes its name to Liberty International Holdings in 1996.
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1933
Capital & Counties Property Company Limited is incorporated. Its portfolio grows to include property in London and the home counties.