CBRE
This coverage explores CBRE’s role and influence in the UK retail sector. Reporting focuses on retail property transactions, market research, leasing activity, redevelopment projects, and leadership appointments — all examined for their impact on retail operations, location strategies, and commercial decision-making. The content supports retail executives, property managers, and professionals involved in retail real estate and strategic planning.
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Oct- 2025 -8 OctoberShopping Centres
Merry Hill adds trio of brands to its offering
Merry Hill has completed lettings across its retail park with the opening of new stores from B&Q, Costa Coffee and Bensons for Beds, introducing 33,800 sq ft of additional space as part of a wider refurbishment of the now fully let site. The new 23,000 sq ft B&Q store, located…
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Aug- 2025 -27 AugustComment
Is M&S signalling a structural shift in property strategy?
Mainstream retailers are increasingly treading on the discounters’ turf – and it appears that out-of-town retail parks are now the prime battleground. Few recent examples demonstrate this as clearly as Marks & Spencer’s strategy, which is pivoting its food hall rollout toward retail park sites in order to compete directly…
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18 AugustSport & Leisure
Pro:Direct to open global flagship football store in Manchester
Sports retailer Pro:Direct Soccer is set to open its first global flagship store in early 2026, with Manchester chosen as the location for the new football-focused concept. The store, called PD:FC, will open in Manchester Arndale and is described by the company as “the first of its kind”. It aims…
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11 AugustClothing & Shoes
Stradivarius opens first North East flagship store
Spanish fashion retailer Stradivarius has opened its first store in the North East at Metrocentre in Gateshead. The new branch, located in the Lower Red Mall next to Zara, stocks seasonal collections, denim ranges and accessories. This marks the regional debut for the Spanish fashion label, part of the Inditex…
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Feb- 2025 -13 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Stradivarius to open new store at Metrocentre
Stradivarius has signed to open a new store at Metrocentre, marking the brand’s first location in the North East. Stradivarius will open an almost 10,000 sq ft space in lower Red Mall this summer, just along the mall from Zara. With an extensive range of trend-driven apparel and accessories, the…
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6 FebruaryShopping Centres
Metrocentre sees 9.2% footfall increase in 2024
Metrocentre has announced a “record-breaking” year as it saw a 9.2% year-on-year footfall increase in 2024. During the year, the destination welcomed 15.8 million visitors, a 10% increase on 2023. Sales performance also surpassed the previous year by 5.3%, with F&B, sports fashion, and health and beauty experiencing the biggest…
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Jan- 2025 -28 JanuaryShopping Centres
Merry Hill announces new leases for Costa Coffee and Bensons for Beds
Merry Hill has announced that Costa Coffee and Bensons for Beds are opening new sites at the shopping destination. Bensons for Beds will open a 8,000 sq ft store. Dedicated to “Sleep Wellness”, the new store will showcase the retailer’s extensive range of beds, furniture, and bedding. Meanwhile Costa is…
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23 JanuaryHealth & Beauty
Bloom Perfumery relocates to bigger location in Covent Garden
London’s Bloom Perfumery has relocated within Covent Garden to a larger location within The Yards. Accommodating the brand’s significant growth and popularity, Bloom Perfumery’s new flagship store is triple the size of its previous site. The perfumery selected The Yards’ 2,900 sq ft 4 Slingsby Place site, relocating from Langley…
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Nov- 2024 -28 NovemberClothing & Shoes
Footasylum opens upsized store at Merry Hill
Streetwear retailer Footasylum has launched its upsized store at Merry Hill shopping centre, tripling its footprint. Combining its existing unit with the adjacent space, Footasylum has expanded its presence at Merry Hill from 3,000 to 10,000 sq ft. The upsized store introduces innovative features, including a mobile payment system that…
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27 NovemberNews
Reiss opens new store at Metrocentre
Reiss has announced the opening of its brand new store at Metrocentre shopping destination in Newcastle. The 3,933 sq ft store in lower Red Mall will stock the brand’s premium collection of fashion and wardrobe pieces. The store is also home to the region’s only Reiss childrenswear collection. In addition,…
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