Gunners Factory Park is one of the few industrial parks in Epping that makes sense for businesses needing a smaller, properly managed factory or warehouse. Units generally range from about 200 m² to 420 m², with some larger or combined options available. That size range matters because many businesses do not need a 1,500 m² warehouse, but still need proper truck access, office space, security and reliable power.
In my experience, Gunners Park suits companies that want to be in the middle of Cape Town's industrial network without taking on more space than they can use. It is a practical option for light manufacturing, storage, distribution, engineering and technical businesses.
Factory to rent in Epping Industria, with useful unit sizes
The main appeal is the park's modular layout. Typical units include a warehouse or factory floor, offices, ablutions and, in some cases, a mezzanine level. Available configurations include units of approximately 216 m², 245 m², 357 m², 360 m² and 420 m².
This is more useful than it may sound. A 245 m² unit can work for a small manufacturer or service business that needs a reception area, offices and a working floor. A 360 m² unit gives a growing operator more room for stock, machinery or production. Some 420 m² units also offer additional yard space, which is valuable for loading, container staging or secure outdoor storage.
There is also potential to combine adjoining units. For example, a 360 m² unit and a 220 m² unit can create a combined space of about 580 m². That can give a growing business room to expand without relocating immediately.
The double-volume design helps tenants use the available cubic space more effectively. Depending on the unit, eaves heights are around 4.5 metres, with apex heights exceeding 8 metres in certain configurations. Mezzanine areas can provide additional storage or office space without increasing the ground-floor footprint.
Location and logistics in Epping Industria
Gunners Park is located at the corner of Gunners Circle and Grenville Avenue. That puts it in one of the most central industrial nodes in Cape Town, with access to Jakes Gerwel Drive, the M7, N1, N2, N7, M5 and R300.
For a distribution or service business, this centrality can save time every day. Epping is roughly 10 to 12 kilometres from the Cape Town CBD, while Cape Town International Airport is approximately 7 to 8 kilometres away. The park also sits opposite the Epping and Langa train station, with taxi and bus routes serving the surrounding area.
That public transport access is a real operational advantage. Staff do not all need private vehicles to get to work, and businesses have access to a large labour pool from across the Cape Peninsula.
The units generally have on-grade roller shutter doors, often around 4 metres high. This allows goods, pallets and equipment to move directly into the warehouse. Epping's wide industrial roads are also better suited to delivery vehicles and larger trucks than many newer, tighter industrial developments.
Businesses comparing nodes should also look at warehouses in Airport Industria and warehouses in Montague Gardens. Both are strong alternatives, but the right choice depends on delivery routes, labour access and the amount of space required.
Security, power and day-to-day operations
Security is one of the reasons tenants consider Gunners Park. The park has controlled entrances, booms, fencing, CCTV, 24-hour guarding and regular patrols. Epping Industria also benefits from the wider work of the Epping Community Improvement District, which supports cleaning, security, emergency response and traffic management across the node.
No industrial property is risk-free, of course. I always advise tenants to inspect the gate procedures, after-hours access, delivery process and the exact security obligations in the lease. Security charges and operational rules should be understood before signing.
Power is another important point in the current South African operating environment. Gunners Park is marketed as currently being immune to load shedding, although tenants should confirm the exact arrangement, backup infrastructure and limitations for their specific unit. Units commonly have 60 amp to 63 amp three-phase power, while certain configurations may offer higher capacity.
The park is fibre-ready, which is useful for businesses running cloud systems, stock control, point-of-sale platforms, cameras or online sales operations. Utilities such as electricity, water and sewerage are separately metered.
What does the lease include?
Gunners Park generally operates on a fully serviced lease structure. In practical terms, the basic rental may cover many property expenses, but tenants should not assume that every cost is included.
Allow for separately metered electricity, water and sewerage. Depending on the lease, there may also be charges for refuse, rates and taxes, security or other park services. These extras can materially affect the real occupancy cost, so compare the total monthly cost rather than looking only at the advertised rental per square metre.
The units are often refurbished when they become available. Improvements can include new flooring, industrial painting, updated office fittings, kitchenettes and ablution facilities. That can reduce the tenant's initial fit-out spend, but the condition of the specific unit still needs to be checked during the viewing.
Who should consider Gunners Park?
Gunners Park is best suited to businesses that need a compact industrial footprint and a professional operating environment. Typical users could include light manufacturers, wholesalers, storage operators, component suppliers, engineering or repair businesses, technical service providers and last-mile distribution companies.
It is less suitable for a tenant that needs a very large yard, heavy manufacturing capacity or extensive vehicle parking. In those cases, a standalone facility elsewhere in Epping may be a better fit.
Before choosing a unit, check the power requirement of your machinery, the door height, mezzanine loading, truck turning space, parking, permitted use and the full service-charge schedule. These are the details that determine whether a factory works in practice.
For a wider view of Cape Town's industrial market, browse our market insights and review the relevant information from the City of Cape Town. If Gunners Park sounds suitable, search available industrial properties or get in touch. We can help you compare the available units and negotiate the lease on the full occupancy cost, not just the headline rental.
