Shaftesbury Capital has announced that Noodle & Beer has opened its doors at Chinatown London’s 27 Wardour Street, delivering an authentic Sichuanese experience to Europe’s leading location for ESEA food and culture.

Railpen, manager of the £34bn railways pension scheme in the UK, and Ridgelift, its development partner, have secured consent from Cambridge City Council for 230 Newmarket Road, a 157,000 sq ft six-storey Grade A office building in the city. 

RED Construction Group, the specialist main contractor, has announced the completion of the 4-star Zeal Hotel at Exeter Science Park, finalising the construction of the UK’s first branded Net Zero Carbon hotel.

Merry Hill, one of the UK’s top super regional centres, is to welcome two new F&B operators, Heavenly Desserts and Burger & Sauce.

Specialist leisure and F&B property agency, Shelley Sandzer, has announced that the independent pan-Asian food market, Kiki & Miumiu Market, is set to open its second and largest location within the Lewisham Gateway scheme.

CACI, the data specialists focused on people and place, have revealed a significant spending increase in gyms and fitness focused brands, comparing December 2024 with the same month in 2023. The more premium end of the market benefitted from the greatest year-on-year growth, matched by the popularity of athleisure, both offline and online, as consumers show increased appetite for health and wellness beyond the traditional ‘New Year’s Resolution’ months of January and February.

Lendlease has confirmed the opening of The Coffee House by Signorelli as the coffee operator within Stratford Cross’ recently completed Turing Building, reflecting its commitment to developing a diverse amenity mix for occupiers of the Grade A office space, and the surrounding community.

Shaftesbury Capital has announced that French-Japanese fusion brand, Café Kitsuné, is to open in Covent Garden’s Seven Dials neighbourhood this spring.

Redical, the real estate owner and operator launched by Mikko Syrjanen and Petteri Barman, has announced a key appointment and promotion to its senior leadership team, reflecting the company’s continued success and ambition for future growth. 

Victoria Leeds, owned and operated by Redical, has announced that international travel and lifestyle brand, TUMI, is set to join the historic Victoria Quarter this June. Marking the brand’s first location in the North of England, the 517 sq ft store will bolster Victoria Leeds’ position as the go-to location for city debuts outside of London and regional firsts. 

Shaftesbury Capital has announced that Italian luxury and lifestyle brand Dolce&Gabbana has opened a first-of-its-kind combined beauty and accessories store in Covent Garden.

ProCook, the UK’s leading name in kitchenware, is thrilled to announce the launch of its newest store at centre:mk, Milton Keynes.

Hammerson announces that Aston Villa Football Club (Aston Villa) has selected Bullring to launch a one-of-a-kind retail experience. Set to open in May 2025, the signing is the latest example of Hammerson’s drive to curate a diversified occupier mix, including the launch of unique and exciting brand concepts.

Liverpool ONE has announced that luxury Swiss watchmaker, Breitling, has made its city debut at Liverpool ONE, launching in a showcase space alongside Paradise Street’s line-up of flagship stores from leading international retailers.

The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that Stradivarius has signed at Metrocentre, marking the brand’s first location in the North East and further underscoring the destination’s regional dominance in attracting the latest and most sought-after fashion brands.

Leading North West property services company, The Momentum Group, has announced a series of key hires across the business, including two new directors, as the company focuses on the next stage of its growth following a successful 2024.

Redical’s Victoria Leeds, one of the UK’s leading retail destinations, has announced the opening of luxury skincare brand, Aesop, marking the brand’s first store opening in 2025 and debut in the North of England. 

Queensgate Peterborough has announced that Goldsmiths will be upsizing its store by 139%, the latest in a wave of recent brand investment commitments at the top 50 destination.

Outlet Shopping at The O2 has announced that global lifestyle brand, kate spade new york, will open a new 2,408 sq ft store at the retail destination this Spring. Located on the outlet’s upper level, this store will mark the brand’s London outlet debut, cementing both The O2’s status as a dominant outlet within the UK, and one of London’s most desirable retail opportunities.

Liverpool ONE has announced its first F&B signing of 2025, as popular chicken wing restaurant, Wingstop UK, is set to make its city debut.