25 September 2025 | Nottingham, UK [Steve Palmer with tedNEWS]
The North England Conference (NEC) of Seventh-day Adventists has purchased a new headquarters building in Sherwood Business Park, Nottinghamshire, marking the end of a century-long chapter at its historic site on Zulla Road, Nottingham, UK.
The new premises, known as Vertex, will house the administrative offices of the NEC and serve as a centre of mission and service for its members. The move follows the recommendation of the 2024 Conference Session that the NEC “continue the search for a replacement of 22 Zulla Road and secure a suitable headquarters.”
From Vision to Reality
Since 1920, 22 Zulla Road has been the home of the NEC, where leaders and staff have prayed, planned, and worked for mission. NEC leaders expressed gratitude for the legacy of the past while recognising the significance of this transition. Quoting Ellen G. White, the leaders recalled her words: “We have nothing to fear for the future, except as we shall forget the way the Lord has led us, and His teaching in our past history” (Life Sketches, p. 196).
Lessons from the Search
In 2024, the NEC considered acquiring Asher House in Ripley, but survey findings confirmed it was not a suitable long-term solution. The process, however, strengthened determination and clarified the requirements for a new headquarters.
This achievement also builds on the vision and foresight of past administrations, who recognised the limitations of Zulla Road and laid the foundation for this moment, the official statement commented. Special acknowledgement was given to the NEC Building Committee for its “prayerful and diligent work.”
A Home for Mission
The NEC emphasised that the new site is intended to serve as more than office space. It will provide a hub where ministries are resourced, leaders equipped, and members supported.
“This building is not for a few, but for the entire family of the North England Conference,” wrote Steve Palmer, NEC president, in an open letter. “It is a resource to strengthen our shared mission and expand our collective impact for the kingdom of God.”
Looking Ahead
The NEC has invited members across the territory to pray for wisdom and guidance as the move is finalised. “Our desire is that everything done in and through these new headquarters will bring glory to God’s name,” the statement concluded, quoting Philippians 1:6: “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
[Photo: courtesy of the North England Conference].
The original version of this article first appeared on the North England Conference’s website.
