Social media drives 1.7 billion annual visits to UK high streets
New American Express research finds almost two-thirds of UK adults have visited a shop or hospitality venue after being influenced by content they saw on social media [...]
JD Gyms aims high with regional debut at Harlequin Watford
Harlequin Watford, the top 30 retail and leisure destination owned and operated by SGS UK Retail, has announced the signing of JD Gyms. Recognising the unique duality of Harlequin, which serves [...]
Supermarket growth cools after end of May heatwave while World Cup fever drives surge in online and promotional spending
Warmer weather and start of the World Cup created a boost in rapid delivery, which saw its highest share of online sales (12.8 percent) this year Promotional [...]
Source Fashion announces full content programme for July 2026 edition
As fashion businesses continue to navigate economic uncertainty, evolving regulation, supply chain disruption and changing consumer expectations, Source Fashion has unveiled its full content programme for the July [...]
UK sun care sales hit £445m as rising sunshine boosts SPF demand, says Circana
Prestige SPF sales hit record highs as UK consumers embrace year-round sun protection Findings come amid growing political and public health attention on UV safety in the [...]
The Crescent completes at Metrocentre with local hit Café Filto as anchor
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that the extensive refurbishment works for The Crescent at Metrocentre have completed, with local favourite, Café Filto, set to anchor the central kiosk space at the heart of the scheme. The Crescent, deriving [...]
A new era for Lakeside as transformation of Brompton Arcade unveiled
Lakeside, the UK’s sixth-ranked out-of-town super-regional destination owned and operated by SGS UK Retail, has announced the unveiling of Brompton Arcade, formerly Brompton Walk, and its strategic [...]
Activate accelerates UK expansion with four new regional openings
Fast-growing immersive gaming brand Activate is continuing its rapid UK expansion with the announcement of four new venues in Watford, Maidstone, Basingstoke and Poole, bringing its unique [...]
Why behavioural context is so important for retailers looking to build loyalty
By Bridget Perry, CMO at Amperity The biggest threat to loyalty today isn't competition or a lack of data; it's irrelevance. Customers increasingly expect brands to recognise [...]
Pop Mart, LEGO and Crew Clothing bolster Meadowhall’s retail mix
Meadowhall has announced the signing of a regional debut for popular designer toy store, Pop Mart, in tandem with standout openings for LEGO and Crew Clothing. The addition of this trio of household names reinforces Meadowhall’s position as the most dominant super regional mall in the [...]
JENKI matcha to double estate by the end of 2026 with five new London sites
Matcha bar brand, JENKI, has announced plans to double its estate in London by the end of 2026, growing to 11 locations as it continues to meet [...]
Fluffy Fluffy and Chopstix to join centre:mk for regional debuts
centre:mk has announced that leading F&B brands Fluffy Fluffy and Chopstix have signed to join the scheme, marking two regional debuts. Fluffy Fluffy will be positioned in a 1,548 sq ft space on Silbury Boulevard. With its award-winning extra fluffy soufflé pancakes, made fresh to [...]
Disney Store expands UK retail footprint with two new Selfridges locations in Birmingham and Manchester
New Disney Store destinations to open inside Selfridges Birmingham and Selfridges Manchester Trafford stores this summer Disney Store has announced the opening of two new retail destinations [...]
The supermarket clothing boom and how it has escaped the fast-fashion backlash
38 percent of consumers buy more supermarket clothing than two years ago Fewer than one in ten have ethical (8 percent) or sustainability (6 percent) concerns about supermarket [...]
First lululemon Store in Romania has Opened in Bucharest
lululemon has officially entered Romania through its franchise partnership with Arion Retail Group, marking the company’s fourth new market entry in 2026. Following entries with franchise partners [...]
Eldon Square unveils first look inside Freight Island Newcastle as landmark rooftop destination opens
First look inside Newcastle’s new 60,000 sq ft rooftop destination Freight Island opens at Eldon Square, marking a major milestone in the centre’s leisure transformation Twelve kitchens, free live [...]
Nobody’s Child launches first regenerative cotton collection
Nobody’s Child launches its first collection made with cotton grown through regenerative practices. A colour-infused edit of effortless dresses, relaxed sets and feminine separates, the launch brings [...]
Retail parks continue to dominate European retail investment activity
Retail warehousing to take centre stage at this year’s MAPIC Report from MAPIC highlights continued demand from institutional capital Meanwhile, strong occupier demand is fuelling rental growth [...]
Frurt to open exclusive new concept at Trafford Centre
Trafford Centre continues to strengthen its F&B offer with the upcoming opening of popular frozen yoghurt brand Frurt, debuting its first-ever shopping centre kiosk concept at the [...]
Harry Styles set to give London £420m boost as one million fans descend on Wembley
More than one million fans expected to spend over £400m across London’s hotels, restaurants, shops and transport network Harry Styles’ record-breaking 12-night Wembley Stadium residency is expected [...]
May 2026 issue
2026 A1 Buyers Guide
