Primark to double presence at White Rose Leeds
Landsec has signed an agreement with Primark that will see the clothing retailer double its presence at White Rose Shopping Centre in Leeds.
The retailer will increase the size of its store from 26,200 sq ft to 55,700 sq ft, becoming the latest retailer to upsize at the scheme after JD Sports moved last year into a 15,537 sq ft store.
These expansions sit alongside new openings from brands such as Wingstop and Chopstix, as well as the upcoming arrival of bowling concept King Pins at White Rose Shopping Centre later this year.
This introduction of new retail, food and beverage, and leisure experiences has contributed to Landsec reporting record-breaking footfall at White Rose Shopping Centre for the second consecutive year. Over 12 million people visited the destination over the last year, a year-on-year increase of 4.3%.
Works on the Primark expansion beings this month, with completion expected in 2027.
Pablo Sueiras, head of brand account management at Landsec, said: “Retailers are increasingly investing in bigger, better stores to bring their brands and products to life – with the best, high footfall locations a platform to support growth and continued investment in retail destinations nationwide. Primark’s expansion at White Rose Shopping Centre is a strong example of this and will give the record number of guests even more of what they want.”
Primark was advised by CBRE.