Atria Watford, one of the UK’s most popular retail and leisure destinations, owned by property company SGS and asset managed by Global Mutual, is pleased to announce that leading fashion retailer, ZARA has signed to open a new store at the centre – set to open in early 2024.
The store will span 43,000 sq ft in total, across two floors (upper mall and mezzanine), offering ZARA’s much-loved fashion ranges for women, men and kids. The new unit will replace the brand’s existing 18,000 sq ft store at the centre, representing a significant upsize.
The retailer has signed a 15-year lease on the new unit, which is located in Charter Place.
atria Watford is a leading retail and leisure destination covering 1.4 million sq ft in total. The centre is home to hundreds of brands, of all shapes and sizes – from small independents through to household names – with some other well-known tenants including NEXT, Mango, Uniqlo and Hollister.
Steve Gray, Head of European Retail Asset Management at Global Mutual, comments:
“We’re really excited that ZARA has decided to upsize and enhance its offer here at atria Watford. This is a brand our shoppers love – and it will act as a real footfall driver as we enter the new year.
“The decision reflects the strong performance of ZARA’s existing store at the centre, as well as the strong relationship we’ve built with the team. We look forward to seeing the doors open in 2024.
