Hammerson scores a strike at the Bullring Estate as Lane7 signs for its biggest investment
Hammerson has signed Lane7, the boutique bowling concept, at the Bullring Estate, as it continues to deliver its strategy to reinvigorate its assets through new brands, entertainment and experiential concepts.
Chinatown London welcomes debut site for Pochawa Grill
Shaftesbury has announced that experienced restaurateurs Maguro Group have launched their debut casual Korean BBQ concept, Pochawa Grill, at Chinatown London’s 29 Wardour Street.
Oxygen appoints Stärka to boost national expansion
The UK’s first choice indoor family activity brand, Oxygen, has appointed Stärka, the leisure real estate advisory business, to support the brand’s expansion throughout the UK. Stärka’s brief is to secure strategically located sites of between 20,000 sq ft to 30,000 sq ft owned or managed by landlords that are looking to provide a unique experience for their customers and visitors.
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Gloucester Quays celebrates milestone year with Molton Brown opening and over 15,000 sq ft of brand commitment
Peel L&P has announced over 15,000 sq ft of new lettings at Gloucester Quays across 2022, with British bath, body & beauty retailer, Molton Brown, the latest premium brand to take space at the leading designer outlet.
Suitably sustainable: two landmark eco-friendly fashion brands open at Seven Dials
Shaftesbury has announced the launch of two significant sustainable fashion brands within the Seven Dials community, reaffirming it as London’s go-to destination for the conscious consumer.
The O2's Entertainment District announces four new additions to its F&B line-up, including double debut openings
The Entertainment District at The O2, which is owned and operated by Waterfront Limited Partnership, a joint venture between AEG and Crosstree Real Estate Partners, has announced four new additions to the destination’s F&B line-up, welcoming two debut openings for Soukra and Trapdoor, and two signings for Haute Dolci and JD Wetherspoon. This latest wave of F&B news coincides with the Entertainment District celebrating exceptionally strong performance figures and continual success in the sector.
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Over 175,000 sq ft of new deals at Merry Hill in 2022 capped off by Lids regional debut
Sovereign Centros has announced the opening of Lids, a leading global retailer specialising in licensed sports and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel, at top 10 retail and leisure destination Merry Hill. The regional debut caps off a successful period, with more than 175,000 sq ft of new deals secured in the calendar year at the destination.
The Yards, Covent Garden extends beauty offering with arrival of Townhouse
Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury and the Mercers’ Company, has announced Townhouse, the UK’s leading nail care brand, has opened within The Yards, Covent Garden, marking the salon’s eighth location.
Nice to meat you: Japanese BBQ concept High Yaki debuts at Chinatown London
Shaftesbury has announced that Japanese barbecue restaurant High Yaki will shortly be launching the concept’s debut location in Chinatown London.
Tessuti marks its Ireland debut at Victoria Square
Victoria Square, the leading retail and leisure destination in Northern Ireland, is celebrating the official launch of premium fashion retailer Tessuti, marking its first flagship store in Ireland.
Bossing it: Liverpool ONE secures BOSS relocation and upsize
Grosvenor has announced that German premium fashion brand, BOSS, will be relocating and upsizing their store at Liverpool ONE. Taking a new, prominent space on Paradise Street, the 13,500 sq ft flagship BOSS store marks a 130% upsize in total trading area and is a strong vote of confidence in the destination from a leading international brand.
Ballymore Signs Brasserie and Deli Concepts at The Brentford Project
International property developer Ballymore has announced the signing of local restaurant and deli concepts, Sam’s Waterside and Sam’s Larder at The Brentford Project, its 1.2m sq ft mixed-use development in west London. Sam Harrison, seasoned restaurateur and Director of Genuine Restaurants Ltd, is to launch both the brasserie and deli in Summer 2023.
Multinational F&B brands set to open at Caledonia Park
Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced the signing of Starbucks and Burger King at Caledonia Park, Scotland’s premier designer outlet village. The brands will join Caledonia Park in 2023 as the destination continues to evolve its hospitality offer.
Elephant Park welcomes Indian restaurant concept, Kachori
Lendlease has announced that Indian restaurant, Kachori, has signed for a new 2,850 sq ft location on Ash Avenue, adding contemporary Pan-Indian dishes to the rich variety of cuisines available within the heart of Elephant Park.
The Yards, Covent Garden launches first-of-its-kind technology for its Christmas campaign
Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury and the Mercers’ Company, has launched its festive activation, 12 Drops of Christmas at The Yards, Covent Garden, using pioneering geo-located technology for the first time in a UK retail setting. Cementing Longmartin Properties as a landlord with a difference, this latest activation accentuates their continual investment into The Yards and innovative approach, as well as their active management style with continual tenant engagement and support.
Camden Market partners with Good Sixty for debut online retail platform
LabTech, owner of the world-famous Camden Market, has announced the launch of its partnership with Good Sixty, the sustainable online marketplace for independent retailers and producers. Forty of Camden Market’s traders have signed up with nearly 2,000 products on offer, representing the first retail-only platform from Good Sixty.
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Merry Hill welcomes refurbished H&M
Sovereign Centros has announced the relaunch of leading fashion brand H&M at Merry Hill, one of the top 10 retail and leisure destinations in the UK. The refurbished flagship store, spanning 26,000 sq ft, has allowed H&M to expand their offer, delivering an enhanced retail experience for Merry Hill’s visitors.