Gail’s upsizes at first-ever bakery

Unity Real Estate has secured a new 15-year lease with Gail’s which sees the operator upsize at its very first bakery in Hampstead, North London.

Gail’s has renewed at its existing store at 64 Hampstead High Street, and will also be expanding into the adjacent unit at 64A. The upsize adds an additional 1,100 sq ft, bringing the total space to 1,565 sq ft.

Gail’s opened its first-every bakery at this location in 2005, and has since expanded to over 170 stores. The expansion will see enhancements to the indoor and outdoor seating, which will look to improve the customer experience and meet increased demand from local customers.

Stuart Key, director of Real Estate at Unity Real Estate, stated: “At Unity, we pride ourselves on being a partner to our customers – giving them the opportunity to thrive within our London portfolio of office, retail and residential assets.  Gail’s is a shining example of London commercial success.  Their journey all started from a humble corner unit on our retail parade in Hampstead. Unity is delighted to be part of the Gail’s story and are thrilled we can retain and expand them long term in their original home.”

GCW advised Unity Real Estate, whilst Forty Group acted for Gail’s.