First restaurant signed for new dining quarter at The Grafton Cambridge

Independently owned Amélie is the first name to sign for Food Social, the new dining quarter at the Grafton Cambridge. It will be the UK’s only restaurant specialising in flammeküeche, an authentic light dish made of thin bread dough, spread with crème fraîche and fresh topping combinations that dates back to the 14th century and […]

Revised plans for Oxford Street’s transformation will be revealed in the Autumn

Changes to Oxford Street will keep moving forward, Westminster City Council confirmed, following their decision to stop plans to pedestrianise it. Barbara Brownlee, Westminster City Council’s Executive Director for growth, planning and housing said, “We are committed to change, but we got a strong message both from our residents and other groups. We know we […]

Coverdale Barclay hosts inspirational breakfast with global retail advisor Andrew Jennings

Coverdale Barclay was delighted to host an inspirational breakfast Q&A this month with clients, colleagues and global retail advisor Andrew Jennings, CB client and author of ‘Almost Is Not Good Enough’. Andrew shared his key learnings from his high-profile career as well as discussing future trends, retail insights and the importance of partnerships between landlords and […]

The rise and rise of outlet shopping

Outlet shopping in Europe is booming according to FSP’s annual European Outlet Shopping Report. At a presentation attended by Coverdale Barclay, outlet shopping was heralded as one of the most successful retail channels, especially in the UK which is the 2nd largest market. Sector revenues have grow by 45 per cent since 2013. Across a […]

UBS appoints Coverdale Barclay to deliver communications to support Springfields Outlet

UBS has appointed Coverdale Barclay to deliver communications to support Springfields Outlet, part of its Triton Property Fund. UBS has invested £1.2m in a significant expansion of the leisure offer at Springfields, and the new attractions will complement the outlet retail offer and create a more appealing destination, attracting higher spending visitors and further premium […]

Coverdale Barclay appointed on Birmingham’s tallest office building

Coverdale Barclay has been appointed to handle the communications of a major urban regeneration scheme, known as Beorma Quarter, in Birmingham city centre. Developed by Salhia Real Estate Company KSC, which is headquartered in Kuwait City, the overall mixed-use development will provide offices, residential, retail, restaurants, hotel plus a new landscaped piazza. With an estimated […]

Marylebone Food Festival brought to a close with al fresco food fiesta with a twist

Celebrating one of London’s most exciting and diverse culinary destinations, this March saw the inaugural Marylebone Food Festival launch in the West End. Home to some of the most reputable names on the UK food scene such as The Providores and Tapa Room and Trishna, Marylebone Food Festival shined a spotlight on restaurants and talented […]