Muse expands North West team

Placemaker and development partner on a number of major regeneration schemes in Stockport town centre, Muse, has announced the appointment of Tom Darby as Development Director within its North West team.

Tom (pictured) joins Muse after 10 years at Bruntwood where he has helped deliver several transformational commercial and Research & Development opportunities across the UK including Glasshouse at Alderley Park and Begbroke Science Park in Oxfordshire.

Drawing on his experience, Tom will support the £100 million Prestwich Village masterplan in as well as the Innovation Zone in Salford, which is pivotal to the wider £2.5 billion, 252-acre Crescent Salford masterplan. Crescent Salford is being brought forward by ECF – the placemaking partnership between Muse, Legal & General, and Homes England that is also behind the Stockport 8 development, together with Salford City Council and University of Salford.

Phil Marsden, Managing Director at Muse – North West, said:

“Tom has a wealth of experience, he will be invaluable as we progress our exciting and ambitious pipeline across the region.

“His knowledge of commercial and innovation-led regeneration will be crucial as we push forward with our plans for Crescent Salford and the sustainable regeneration of Prestwich Village.

“The last 12 months have been exceptional in terms of growth and Tom’s appointment marks a strong 2024 in which we have invested in our team and our capabilities across the North West.”

Tom Darby, Development Director at Muse – North West, said:

“I am proud to be joining Muse and look forward to playing my part supporting the team across the North West. Building on the team’s track record, and adding my own experience, we will continue to deliver outstanding regeneration and placemaking.”