Primark to increase Derby footprint

Primark is set to relocate its Derby store, taking on a larger unit within the Derbion shopping centre.

The clothing retailer will continue to trade at is current location on Cornmarket until the new space is ready to open, which is expected in the first half of 2027.

The creation of this new space for Primark is part of a joint investment with Derbion. This has seen the scheme’s management team work with the previous occupiers of the space – which include Superdrug, H Samuel, The Perfume Shop, and Iceland – to relocate and retain them within the centre.

Primark’s arrival will also prompt a transformation of Boots’ existing store at Derbion. Boots has secured a new space that enables a reconfiguration of its store footprint, allowing it to invest in enhanced services including opticians, hearing care, and pharmacy offerings.

This news follows a number of recent arrivals at Derbion including Victoria’s Secret, Seasalt, and Luke 1977, whilst Footlocker, Pandora and Moss have all invested in store upgrades.

Meanwhile, the scheme has expanded its leisure offering with the creation of a new community sports destination after agreeing two leasing agreements with Social Sports Society and Flo Skatepark to occupy the 75,000 sq ft former Eagle Market space.

Michael Boundy, director of asset management at Derbion, said: “We are delighted to announce that Primark will be coming to Derbion, and we are excited to work with them on this fantastic new space. This letting and our investment into this part of the centre has required the support of the whole Derbion team who have done a great job in working with our existing retailers to ensure they are retained and relocated to spaces which will allow them to continue to thrive.  

“The arrival of Primark showcases the confidence which leading brands have in Derbion and adds even more variety into our strong tenant mix. The plans for their new store also highlight the investment retailers are making to create innovative new stores which keep shoppers coming back for more. We can’t wait for their opening as we are sure it will attract visitors from across the region to experience what Derbion has to offer.”