Tenant Talks: Ad Valorem

Our valued tenants play a vital role in our charity’s success story, so we want to share their stories too and find out how their businesses have been able to evolve as a Parks Trust tenant.

We started by chatting to Nikki Adams (named by Ignition in the Top 50 Women in Accounting in 2023) who is Director of Ad Valorem, an award-winning accountancy firm based at our Grade II listed offices at Manor Farm Court in Milton Keynes.

The Parks Trust's commitment to flourishing tenant businesses is paramount, because their success = our success. To ensure we provide the best, we have a dedicated team of local Property Managers who really get to know tenant businesses and create collaborative business communities.

We have been tenants since 2019 and renewed our lease for another 10 years last year. We had a client who was in units 1 & 2, but as the pandemic struck and more space became available, we snapped up units 3 and 4 too!

At Ad Valorem, we believe that a thriving, positive workplace culture is at the heart of everything we do. In the wake of the pandemic, fostering a sense of belonging and creating an environment where people genuinely want to come to work has become more important than ever. Our commitment to open communication, collaboration, and wellbeing has helped us build a team that feels supported, valued, and inspired. We host regular team-building events, offer flexible working arrangements, and encourage professional development, all of which contribute to a vibrant culture where our people can flourish. For us, a welcoming and dynamic workplace isn’t just a benefit - it’s fundamental to our continued success and our ability to deliver outstanding service to our clients.

We are incredibly fortunate to be based at Manor Farm Court, which offers a unique blend of amenities that enhance the working day. Set amidst the tranquil beauty of the Floodplain Forest Nature Reserve, our offices provide direct access to green open spaces, scenic walking trails, and peaceful surroundings. I take real delight in seeing walking groups venture out at lunchtime to recharge in nature, and it’s inspiring to see colleagues making the most of the setting by running or cycling after work. These amenities not only support wellbeing and work-life balance, but also help to foster the vibrant, healthy workplace culture that we value so highly. And every now and then, we’ve had the odd duck sitting patiently on the mat waiting to be let in or found ourselves rescuing an escaped sheep or cow; just a few of the charming moments that make Manor Farm Court such a special place to work.

Looking ahead, we have ambitious plans to continue growing Ad Valorem, expanding our presence into many more locations while remaining true to the values and environment that have shaped our success so far.

Manor Farm Court has set the standard for the kind of space we want our team to enjoy; spaces that blend character, history, and a vibrant atmosphere that inspires both collaboration and wellbeing. Our new office in Cambridgeshire, also housed in a beautifully converted farm building, is a testament to the lasting influence of Manor Farm Court; it’s clear that the unique setting here has established a blueprint for what we seek in all future locations.

By choosing workplaces that foster community and creativity, we’re confident that Ad Valorem’s growth will be accompanied by a strong, positive culture wherever we go.