Smiggle launches new Coventry Store

AS Retail, the niche retail advisory company, acting on behalf of Royal London Asset Management, have let a unit within Lower Precinct Shopping Centre, Coventry, to international stationery retailer Smiggle as they continue their expansion in the UK.

This is a 100% prime unit and Smiggle were the selected party after a competitive bidding situation. The property sits between Next and H&M with Smiggle aiming to open in the next few weeks following a comprehensive re-fit.

Andrew Shepherd, Director of AS Retail commented: “Smiggle are an excellent addition to Lower Precinct and boosts the tenant line-up further following the lettings over the past two years to Schuh, Pandora, Tiger and F Hinds. Other asset management opportunities exist for retailers to obtain representation within the centre.”

Cards Direct expansion continues to accelerate

AS Retail have advised Cards Direct on their most recent store acquisition at Bouverie Place Shopping Centre, Folkestone, where they will join over 20 leading retailers. This will be the fourth store opening this year for the card retailer, following Canterbury, Basingstoke and Aylesbury, taking the portfolio to 13.

Please contact AS Retail to discuss Card’s Direct’s requirements or request the requirement list.