Urban Outfitters lands at Metrocentre following successful summer period
The Metrocentre Partnership has announced that Urban Outfitters has opened at Metrocentre, coinciding with record fashion sales so far this year across the scheme. Urban Outfitters now [...]
Mamas & Papas reaches £80,000 fundraising milestone for Charity Partner Tommy’s
Mamas & Papas, the UK nursery brand, is proud to announce it has reached a significant fundraising milestone of £80,000 for its charity partner, Tommy’s, the UK [...]
Cornish Bakery celebrates record-breaking summer trading
Fast-growing independent Cornish Bakery has delivered a record-breaking summer of trading, achieving 24 percent total sales growth year-on-year and strong like-for-like performance, defying wider trends in high [...]
The Entertainer announces latest expansion with British Garden Centres
Britain’s toy shop, The Entertainer, is partnering with the UK’s largest family-run garden centre group, British Garden Centres, to open branded toy concessions in stores across the [...]
Surface Design Awards 2026 officially open with new judging format revealed
Surface Design Awards 2026 are officially open for entries, with these exciting new categories and judging format. The awards, now in their 14th year, continue to champion [...]
Holland & Barrett unveils beauty category transformation as part of ongoing business and store format evolution
Holland & Barrett has announced a major transformation of its beauty category, in line with its broader strategy to deliver a science-led, customer-first experience across all channels. [...]
Dobbies unveils fourth new-look store in national refurbishment programme
Dobbies Garden Centre in Beaconsfield is the latest store to complete its refurbishment as part of the retailer’s national programme of investment across the store estate. Unveiled [...]
Get ready for resilient networks, effective matchmaking, and a premiere at Consumer Goods Fairs 2026
The trade fair trio is further expanding its position as a global hub for modern lifestyle, seasonal decoration and creative DIY products, simultaneously taking networking to a [...]
Søstrene Grene joining Gloucester Quays for city debut
Peel Retail & Leisure has announced the signing of Søstrene Grene at Gloucester Quays. This marks the debut location for the Danish homewares and lifestyle brand in [...]
Eldon Square chosen as first North East location for beloved Indian street food restaurant
Eldon Square, Newcastle’s premier shopping and leisure destination, is thrilled to announce that Chit ‘n’ Chaat, the authentic Indian street food brand, is set to open its [...]
Very elevates fashion proposition with new own-brand range, The Very Collection
Digital retailer Very, which is operated by The Very Group, is today announcing the launch of its new own-brand fashion proposition. The Very Collection, available online from today (4th September), [...]
Autumn Fair 2025 opens on Sunday with record growth, bigger footprint, and a re-energised visitor experience
Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading retail marketplace for home, gift, fashion and lifestyle, opens its doors this Sunday 7th September at the NEC Birmingham, unveiling a reimagined [...]
MORI accelerates growth with second strategic acquisition
MORI, the award-winning baby and childrenswear brand, is excited to announce its second acquisition, Storksak, a leading name in the premium baby changing bag space. The acquisition [...]
ALO makes its move in fashion’s designer league with debut bag collection
ALO, the fashion and lifestyle brand synonymous with premium studio-to-streetwear rooted in mind-body wellness, proudly announces its expansion into luxury leather goods with the debut of its [...]
Sustainability and ethics driving second-hand retail
Research from DHL eCommerce UK finds nearly half of Brits now buy or sell items on online marketplaces Sustainability is a top driver for buying preloved, second [...]
Dobbies new bulbs in partnership with Alzheimer’s Research UK set to raise £10,000 for charity
Dobbies Garden Centres has launched a brand-new charity bulb collection that aims to raise £10,000 for its National Charity Partner, Alzheimer’s Research UK, which would fund up [...]
P.Louise smashes £2.7m in record-breaking Christmas TikTok Shop LIVE
Viral beauty brand P.Louise broke TikTok's UK record generating over £2/$2.7 million in just 14 hours during its Showcase Live to pre-launch its Christmas Collection The highly anticipated event saw the [...]
Victoria Square secures another Northern Ireland debut this year with the arrival of Astrid & Miyu
Victoria Square in Belfast has announced the opening of an 1,800 sq ft store for Astrid & Miyu, its first store in Northern Ireland. The contemporary jewellery brand is [...]
Screwfix opens its doors in Edinburgh creating 10 new jobs
Screwfix is celebrating the successful launch of its second City store in Edinburgh. Located on George Street, the store has created 10 new jobs for the area. [...]
Silverburn’s Flamingo Beach raises over £139,000 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity
Following three successful summers, Silverburn has turned fun in the sun into lasting impact, raising an outstanding £139,388 for Glasgow Children’s Hospital through its annual Flamingo Beach [...]
October 2025 issue
2025 A1 Buyers Guide
