Trafford Centre
This coverage explores the Trafford Centre’s significance within the UK retail landscape, with reporting on store openings and closures, leasing activity, redevelopment projects, consumer trends, and marketing strategies. Designed for professionals managing retail operations, property planning, and strategic decision-making in high-profile shopping destinations.
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Jun- 2025 -6 JuneSport & Leisure
JD Sports to open its largest store at Trafford Centre
JD Sports is set to open its biggest store globally at Manchester’s Trafford Centre on Saturday 7 June, following a major expansion of the site. The 41,000 square foot unit – more than three times the size of the previous store – features what JD describes as its largest ever…
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Feb- 2025 -18 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
AllSaints opens new store in Birmingham’s Bullring
AllSaints has announced the opening of its first store of 2025 in Birmingham’s Bullring, a shopping and dining destination located in the heart of the city. The new store spans 3,207 sq ft, spread across two floors, and is located on the upper level of the Bullring, in a site…
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Jan- 2025 -22 JanuaryHigh Street
Flying Tiger Copenhagen to open new store at Trafford Centre
Danish variety store Flying Tiger Copenhagen will open a new store at Trafford Centre on 14 February. The new 1,500 sq ft store, located on Upper Peel Avenue, will feature the brand’s core ranges alongside its seasonal love-themed products range to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The shop will mark the brand’s…
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13 JanuaryHealth & Beauty
Boots sales rise 8.1% in Q1
Boots has delivered a “strong” first quarter with total comparable retail sales up 8.1% YoY for the three months ended 30 November 2024. The UK’s leading health and beauty retailer saw growth across all categories and channels, on top of a “significant increase” in the prior year. Boots’ digital sales…
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Oct- 2024 -18 OctoberHealth & Beauty
Sephora to open at Liverpool One in Spring 2025
Sephora UK is continuing to fuel its northern expansion with the announcement of its next store opening at Grosvenor’s city-centre retail and entertainment destination, Liverpool One. The new store location at Liverpool One is slated to open in Spring 2025 and will be the 8th store in Sephora UK’s growing…
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16 OctoberSport & Leisure
Sports Direct to open new store at Trafford Palazzo in 2025
North West shopping and leisure destination, Trafford Palazzo, has secured Sports Direct as its latest occupier on a long-term agreement for early 2025. Due to open a 40,000 sq ft space in the new year, this latest Manchester Sports Direct will stock brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma and ASICS,…
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9 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Charles Tyrwhitt to open new shop in Trafford Centre
Formal menswear brand Charles Tyrwhitt is set to open a new shop in Trafford Centre in November. The new 1,776 sq ft shop will be located on Upper Regent Crescent and will stock all the brand’s latest Autumn Winter 2024 collections. The collection features both formalwear and casualwear, including shirts,…
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3 OctoberNews
Miniso opens first Miniso-Go store in Paddington
Miniso has today (3 October) opened the doors to its very first Miniso-Go store in the UK in Paddington, London. This new store spans over 400 sq ft and features Miniso’s signature affordable and innovative products, including toys, homeware and lifestyle accessories. The Miniso-Go store will cater to travellers and…
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Sep- 2024 -18 SeptemberHealth & Beauty
Sephora opens new store in Eldon Square
Global beauty retailer Sephora has announced the opening of its new store in Eldon Square shopping centre, Newcastle. Sephora has taken over a 6,515 sq ft unit to offer shoppers a wide array of brands across beauty, cosmetics, haircare, skincare and more. The Newcastle opening is the fourth store for…
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17 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
AllSaints FY operating profit jumps 40% to £39.9m
AllSaints has reported a “record performance” as its operating profit rose 40% to £39.9m for the year ended 3 February 2024. In the 12 months, total revenue edged up 0.6% to £459.5m as the brand reduced its promotional and markdown activity and changed its sales mix due to the focus…
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