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AS COLOUR MAKES YORKSHIRE DEBUT AT In Brief

VICTORIA LEEDS Antler opens on Regent Street

Victoria Leeds, owned and operated by British travel brand Antler has opened its
Redical, has announced that AS Colour, UK flagship at 100 Regent Street, London.
the premium blank clothing retailer, has Marking the brand’s first standalone UK
made its Yorkshire debut in the historic store under its new ownership, it represents
Victoria Quarter. a significant milestone in their journey and
The New Zealand-born retailer has global retail expansion strategy.
launched into a 4,351sq ft space across
two levels. Founded on quality, longevity
and the perfect fit, fabric and finish, the Kuoni Travel to lands in Cribbs
new store showcases the brand’s refined Cribbs has confirmed that Kuoni Travel is
collection of blank apparel as part of its set to open a new store at the South West
commitment to slow-fashion staples, for shopping centre. Kuoni Travel, which is
versatile wearing. currently located within the John Lewis
AS Colour bolsters the selection of store, has signed a lease to occupy the
fashion brands on-site, including Wax former Goose & Gander 600sq ft unit.
London, Belstaff and Nobody’s Child.

Trafford Centre to add F&B brand
Another major international F&B name
WHOLE FOODS MARKET OPENS NEW is set to open at Trafford Centre, with cult
STORE IN WOOD WHARF IN LONDON US brand Dave’s Hot Chicken on course to
make its highly anticipated debut at the des-
tination this summer as it joins an existing
Late last month, Whole Foods Market customers to explore. line-up of more than 40 F&B operators.
opened the doors to its fourth new store, “There is so much to do in Canary
situated in Wood Wharf, London. Wharf and we’re thrilled to bring the
Situated at 4 Water Street, the 9,230sq first Whole Foods Market to this area, Groundfall to debut in London
ft store sits in the heart of Canary especially further into the East of Valo Motion has introduced Groundfall, a
Wharf and has been designed to cater London. It’s well connected with public new mixed-reality product. It is currently
to the busy Londoner and the local transport and it’s in a beautiful new res - piloting in select locations around the
resident. From quick office lunches to idential area with a theatre, many pubs world. Valo Motion will present the product
convenient food options close to home, and restaurants and lots of green public in person for the first time at IAAPA Expo
customers can expect a wide range of areas where there are always events Europe in London this September.
organic fresh produce and convenient happening, from beach volleyball to
grab-and-go options. ice skating. We’re excited to open our
Aisles will be filled with an extensive doors and welcome the mix of workers, The Address Collective to expand
range of fresh produce, ready-to-eat residents and tourists that come to the Family-owned luxury Irish hotel group, The
meals, baked goods, pantry staples, area,” said Stefano Cirimele, Store Team Address Collective, is set to open its newest
alcoholic drinks and refreshing juices Leader at Wood Wharf. Scottish property this month, bringing a
as well as a dedicated Discovery Zone, The store is open from 7am to 10pm boutique hospitality experience to the heart
showcasing emerging and buzzworthy on weekdays, 8am to 10pm on Saturday of Glasgow city centre. The new site, The
brands and innovative new products for and 11am till 5pm on Sunday. Address Wren, will feature 30 rooms.

Everlast Gyms, one of the UK’s leading fitness providers
and part of Frasers Group, unveiled the newly elevated
Everlast Gyms+ York site at the end of May, offering mem-
bers a new way to train, recover and connect.
Spanning more than 25,000sq ft, Everlast Gyms+ York
delivers a fully integrated fitness experience. Through
combining world-class equipment, innovative pro-
gramming and premium facilities, it offers a holistic,
high-performance training environment that supports
members at every stage of their fitness journey.
Dan Summerson, Managing Director of Everlast Gyms,
commented: “At Everlast Gyms, we’re committed to cre-
ating spaces that reflect the needs of modern gym-goers.
Members are looking for more than just great equipment
from their gym experience.”

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