Taking centre stage: Shaftesbury announces the launch of The Theatre Cafe Diner in Seven Dials
Shaftesbury has today announced the opening of a musical theatre inspired dining concept, The Theatre Cafe Diner, in their West End village, Seven Dials. Located at 154 Shaftesbury Avenue, the brand-new diner-themed restaurant spans 2,455 sq ft over two floors.
Cornish Bakery opens Scottish location at Caledonia Park
Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced the opening of Cornish Bakery at Caledonia Park, Scotland’s premier designer village. The addition of the 2,500 sq ft independent operator marks the first stage in the evolution of the destination’s F&B offer, with detailed negotiations underway with a number of other F&B brands to join the line-up.
Getting cosy: Centre:mk welcomes Cosy Club
Cosy Club, the well-known restaurant brand managed by award-winning hospitality business, Loungers, has officially opened its latest location at centre:mk Milton Keynes, one of the top 10 retail destinations in the UK.
Good things come to those who weight: Sloane Stanley secures Ultimate Performance flagship on Fulham Road
Sloane Stanley has announced the signing of world-leading personal training business Ultimate Performance, at 293 Fulham Road. The 5,095 sq ft space will form the brand’s flagship location and is set to launch in early 2023.
RED Construction London to deliver prime resi accomodation within £17m redevelopment of Townsend House
RED Construction London, a regional arm to the main contractor RED Construction Group, has announced its appointment to deliver five high-quality residential units within ITC Properties’ £17m redevelopment of Townsend House in the heart of London’s Victoria district.
OutPost launches at Lendlease’s IQL Stratford
East London neighbourhood bar OutPost has launched at Lendlease’s International Quarter London (IQL), following the success of its sister site, White Post, in Hackney.
H&M Angel Central opens with home concept and experiential services
H&M (Hennes & Mauritz) puts store sustainability, experiential services and customer experience at the heart of their new Angel Central store which opened last Friday (28th October). The store offers a world leading interior look and feel for the brand, including the much-awaited introduction of H&M HOME, new click and collect lockers and self-service checkouts, to the delight of their local customers.
Shaftesbury launches dedicated pop-up incubation space at Chinatown London
Shaftesbury has announced the launch of a new pop-up incubation space at Chinatown London, with wheelcake expert Dragon Cat Café the first occupant.
F&B trio arrives at LabTech's Buck Street Market
LabTech, owner of the world-famous Camden Market, has announced the opening of three new culinary traders at Camden’s Buck Street Market, the UK’s first dedicated market for the conscious consumer.
Greener Futures Fund reinforces Liverpool ONE's commitment to local communities & environmental leadership
Liverpool ONE has reiterated its commitment to nurturing and safeguarding the environment and supporting local communities with the launch of its Greener Futures Fund, designed to support community initiatives focused on positive environmental action in the Liverpool City Region.
Merry Hill polishes off upsized Beaverbrooks store
Sovereign Centros has announced the opening of Beaverbrooks, the family-owned national diamond, jewellery, and watch retailer, within an upsized unit at Merry Hill, one of the top 10 retail and leisure destinations in the UK.
Shelley Sandzer secures Edo Izakaya for JP Morgan's Old Street
Leading specialist UK leisure and property agency, Shelley Sandzer, has acted on behalf of JP Morgan to let a 1,894 sq ft debut site for Edo Izakaya, a Japanese sake concept founded by Sonny Huang, the owner of Robata, the popular West End sushi restaurant.
Merry Hill leads the West Midlands with new EV infrastructure
Sovereign Centros has announced the installation of 32 twin-socket electric vehicle (EV) charging points at Merry Hill, a top 10 UK retail and leisure destination. EV charging specialist Zest has invested in the centre to deploy the charge points and provide long-term operation.
Victoria Place on a roll as Woking Superbowl opens
Leisure concept Woking Superbowl has opened in Victoria Place, Woking, the significant town centre regeneration initiative that launched in March this year. The recently opened 26,500 sq ft space features amusements such as a state-of-the-art 14-lane bowling alley and a ‘space age’ Laser Quest arena along with both food and dining options.
Railpen to fund development of new mental health facility in Sunderland
Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced it is to fund the redevelopment and extension of an existing mental health facility in Sunderland for the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust.
Charlotte Tilbury at Liverpool ONE in regional debut
Grosvenor today announces the opening of Charlotte Tilbury’s ‘Beauty Wonderland’ at Liverpool ONE. The 1,000 sq ft store, located on the corner of Paradise Street, marks the brand’s first UK opening in six years and the first standalone UK Charlotte Tilbury space outside London.
Rock and bowl: Hollywood Bowl signs at Merry Hill
Sovereign Centros has announced the signing of Hollywood Bowl, the UK’s largest ten-bowling operator, at Merry Hill, one of the top 10 retail and leisure destinations in the UK. Set to open in 2023, Hollywood Bowl is a milestone signing that adds significantly to Merry Hill’s evolving leisure offer.
Making the cut: Sloane Stanley announces the opening of Ted's Grooming Room at Fulham Road
Sloane Stanley has announced the launch of Ted’s Grooming Room, London’s ‘most authentic barbers’, at 283 Fulham Road. The 645 sq ft space combines traditional Turkish grooming services with a quintessential English barbershop aesthetic.
Gilly Hicks opens first standalone at Victoria Square, Belfast
Victoria Square, the leading retail and leisure destination positioned in the heart of Belfast, has announced that activewear and lifestyle brand Gilly Hicks has officially opened its first standalone store in Ireland.
Black Sheep Coffee opens at Liverpool ONE
Liverpool ONE is a leading retail and entertainment destination, set in the heart of Liverpool, the UK’s most sociable city. Built around the city centre’s existing streets, the 1.65 million sq ft contemporary open-air destination is a must-visit for those who love to shop, eat, drink, be entertained and relax.