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RITUALS OPENS A NEW STORE
WATCHES OF SWITZERLAND OXFORD STREET RE-OPENS SALOMON OPENS TWO STORES
Launched at the Ashley Centre, the premier
FOLLOWING EXPANSION AND RECONFIGURATION IN THE HEART OF LONDON retail destination in Epsom, the 3,199sq ft store is
located near the entrance to the scheme, adjacent
to GAIL’s Bakery and stocks its signature ranges
Watches of Switzerland, the leading luxury watch retailer in the UK, has Salomon, the modern mountain sports and products in its unique and inspiring fit-out.
unveiled its Oxford Street showroom following an extensive expansion lifestyle brand, is proud to announce the This news follows the recent announcement that
and enhancement. opening of two new brand stores in the ProCook has opened at the site.
The refurbishment brings with it exciting brand enhancements that heart of London. Located in the biggest
all complement the existing Rolex area. Spread over three floors with shopping destinations of the English MONICA VINADER MAKES DEBUT
two-floors of luxurious branded areas and a renewed service lounge capital, the Covent Garden store, which The leading demi-fine jewellery brand known for
on the lower ground floor, which has been designed to create a much is part of The Yards, has launched, as has its quality, craftmanship and sustainable practices
lighter and welcoming environment for clients. the Soho store. has unveiled its first Scottish boutique, a flagship in
On the ground floor the expanded showroom has an open plan The Yards, Covent Garden brand store, the heart of Edinburgh. The store features a new
layout upon entry, enabling clients to identify brands they know and like located at 125 Long Acre, St Martin’s concept, which focuses on conscious design and
but to also discover new and exciting brands. Cartier is a new brand to Courtyard, is the first Salomon flagship raw materials, aiming to to provide a unique and
the Watches of Switzerland Oxford Street showroom situated in the store in the UK and measures 3,628sq ft. immersive experience through art and craft.
expanded space created from acquiring the unit next door. In addition to The Yards location,
Hublot has also moved into the expanded new area and there is also Salomon opened its first Sportstyle store H BEAUTY SIGNS AT SILVERBURN
an enlarged branded area for TUDOR. in the Soho neighborhood of London, a
1,500sq ft space at 18 Broadwick Street. Henderson Park, the international private
equity real estate firm and Eurofund Group, the
leading pan-European real estate investment and
development company, have secured H beauty as
LCP REVEAL NEW TENANTS AT M the latest brand to join Silverburn in Glasgow. The
PARC FFORESTFACH IN SWANSEA Harrods-owned brand has taken 22,500sq ft of
space at the scheme.

The national commercial property and Local gifts and jewellery operator, 925 LEGO HITS STORE MILESTONE
investment company, LCP, part of M Core, Treats, will also join the tenant line-up at
The LEGO Group has officially opened its 20th
has announced the arrival of a further M Parc Fforestfach and is expected to LEGO store in the UK and its second in the city
three new tenants at M Parc Fforestfach open during Q1 2025. The retailer is well- of Bristol at Cribbs Mall. The new 178sq m unit
in Swansea. known across the region and will offer a offers a wide assortment of LEGO products,
Following the news that The Food range of brands including Joma Jewellery, including many exclusive sets such as Lord of the
Warehouse has signed a 10-year lease Clogau Gold and Jellycat. Rings: Barad-dûr™, LEGO Fortnite Battle Bus and
on a 15,000sq ft unit, M Parc Fforestfach Adam Martin, Director and Head LEGO Star Wars Jabba’s Sail Barge.
was pleased to welcome indoor play area, of LCP Bristol Office, said: “We are
Funky Fun Factory. The new business delighted to see so much investment
TIFFANY & CO., THE WORLD-RENOWNED JEWELLERY BRAND, HAS JUST OPENED A STUNNING NEW CONCESSION AT TRAFFORD CENTRE, LOCATED IN SELFRIDGES’ DONUTELIER OPENS NEW SITE
ACCESSORIES HALL. THE NEW SPACE IS INSPIRED BY TIFFANY’S FIFTH AVENUE FLAGSHIP, DESIGNED BY PETER MARINO AND FEATURES SIGNATURE COLLECTIONS start-up, owned by a Swansea-based into Fforestfach from the private sector
LIKE LOCK, HARDWEAR, T BY TIFFANY AND KNOT, ALONGSIDE EXQUISITE HIGH JEWELLERY PIECES. VISITORS CAN ENJOY PERSONALISED SHOPPING EXPERIENCES, mother and daughter duo, has brought a in such a short space of time. The most Shaftesbury Capital has welcomed the world’s
IMMERSING THEMSELVES IN THE BRAND’S ICONIC ELEGANCE AND CRAFTMANSHIP. THIS LAUNCH MARKS AN IMPORTANT STEP IN TRAFFORD CENTRE’S STRATEGIC soft play and leisure offering to the site. exciting factor for me is the obvious first luxury pastry atelier, Donutelier, as it opened
PLAN TO ENHANCE ITS LUXURY JEWELLERY OFFERING, SOLIDIFYING ITS POSITION AS A TOP DESTINATION FOR HIGH-END RETAIL IN THE NORTH OF ENGLAND. IT ALSO a new store on Carnaby Street in late November.
SUPPORTS THE CENTRE’S BROADER EFFORTS TO ATTRACT LEADING GLOBAL BRANDS TO APPEAL TO BOTH LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL LUXURY SHOPPERS. Additionally, national gym franchisee breadth and range of retail operations This marks Donutelier’s second location in
operator, You Fitness, has relaunched committing to Fforestfach. It underlines London after Leicester Square and becomes the
under new management. The gym now our belief in Fforestfach as a centre, first boutique bakery to ever be located on the
THE OTHER HOUSE COVENT THE BOULEVARD UNVEILS operates under the brand Anytime Fitness which serves a local community as well iconic shopping street.
GARDEN TO OPEN IN 2025 TWO BRAND NEW TENANTS and has begun welcoming new members. as a broader retail catchment area.”

Showcasing the brand’s ‘Residents Club’ concept, blending hotel Two major new brands are setting up shop at Northern Ireland’s premier JUNCTION 32 ANNOUNCES
flexibility, services and amenities with apartment-style accommodation outlet destination, The Boulevard, following record breaking sales. THREE EXCITING NEW BRANDS
and an exclusive private members’ club, The Other House Covent Becoming known for many retail ‘firsts’ in Northern Ireland such as
Garden will open in Q4 2025, featuring a showstopping panoramic kate spade ny, Adidas, Levi’s and Under Armour, The Boulevard is set to
rooftop bar and terrace. be home for the first Castore store in Northern Ireland and the first Junction 32, Yorkshire’s leading outlet destination, has announced three exciting
Located in London’s theatre district, a stone’s throw from the iconic Police on the island of Ireland, as the two brands take 1,054sq ft and new brands, adding to its retail offering just in time for Christmas.
piazza, the Royal Opera House and many of London’s most famous 1,136sq ft units respectively. Luke 1977, the menswear brand offering luxury clothing and trainers from
landmarks, The Other House Covent Garden will comprise 146 signature Castore and Police will be joining an already strong offering of luxury knitwear and coats to jackets and shirts, has launched its new 1,514sq ft store,
bedrooms and Club Flats, featuring fully-equipped kitchenettes and living clothing and sportswear brands at The Boulevard, that recorded its best bringing a fresh offering of stylish essentials to Junction 32.
spaces, an all-day street café, The Other Kitchen, destination cocktail summer ever with a +19 per cent increase in sales and +5 per cent Bonmarché, known for its high-quality womenswear at unbeatable prices,
bar, the Owl & Monkey and its private club, accessible to members and growth in footfall compared to 2023. opened a 3,077sq ft unit. With exclusive offers and plenty of discounts, the store
residents, including a breathtaking rooftop bar, The Peacock Lounge. The Boulevard, which is located on the A1 corridor between Belfast will feature Bonmarché’s new Christmas ranges.
With this opening, The House House continues to redefine and Dublin, is managed by Lotus Property and advised on leasing by Finally, Calendar Club opened its Christmas pop-up store at Junction 32. The
contemporary accommodation for modern travellers. Johnstone Property Consultants. new 757sq ft store offers the very best in calendars, diaries, stationery and gifts.

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