Native Land exchanged contracts to buy the former Debenhams site in Guildford from M&G Real Estate at the end of 2020. The site occupies a prominent position in the town and plans to develop the newly named "St Mary's Wharf" have been the subject of much conjecture. Guildford Borough Council have said they will work closely with the new owners to enhance the town centre and rejuvenate the riverside which the building sits alongside.  

Following three rounds of public consultation with high levels of engagement from the local community, Native Land have submitted plans for the proposed construction of 215 flats and 21,000 sq ft of retail and restaurant space in a net zero carbon, all-electric development. 

St Mary's Wharf will be the first project in the developer's strategy to reposition former retail assets in fundamentally strong UK towns and cities.