Knoops brews up regional debut at Centre:mk

Knoops is set to join the F&B lineup at Centre:mk, marking a regional debut for the chocolate drinks specialist at the Milton Keynes shopping centre.

The operator will take a 1,720 sq ft unit on Sunset Walk located adjacent to the City Square and opposite H Beauty.

The space will offer a selection of hot and cold chocolate drinks, offering full customisation across chocolate percentage, milk type, and flavours. Knoops will join Centre:mk’s existing lineup of F&B operators that includes Hotel Chocolat and Cornish Bakery.

Kevin Duffy, centre director at Centre:mk, said: “Knoops will bring an exciting new dimension to centre:mk’s F&B and retail mix through its experience-focused concept. Coinciding with standout trading results from our existing F&B operators, Knoops’ signing for its regional debut at centre:mk will build on this momentum. Given our affluent catchment, we are confident it will be a go-to destination amongst local guests and visitors.”

This signing follows the recent opening of Katie Loxton & Joma Jewellery’s debut dual-concept store at Centre:mk. The 2,357 sq ft store houses both brands in one joint space with two dedicated entrances, offering a range of handbags, accessories, home fragrances, and other gifts.

FMX Urban Property Advisers and Time Retail Partners acted for Centre:mk.