Lakeside Shopping Centre has delivered a strong trading performance in 2025 underpinned by sustained investment and a clear vision, driving increased demand from leading national and international fashion brands.
Over the past three years, more than £100m has been invested by brand partners in new and upgraded retail experiences, supported by a further long-term investment commitment from the landlord. This investment will enhance the centre’s external spaces and interiors and mark the next phase in Lakeside’s evolution as a super-regional leading retail and leisure destination designed for a multi layered customer experience, increased dwell time and long-term growth.
This scale of investment is translating into sustained performance. Year-on-year footfall and sales have increased 3.2% and 4.4% respectively, with Lakeside welcoming over 17 million visitors annually, delivering an average spend that is 33% higher than the UK out-of-town benchmark. Ranked sixth in the CACI Shopping Centre Rankings, Lakeside continues to outperform, offering brands access to one of the UK’s most affluent catchments with rapid connections from London.
Since 2023, Lakeside has welcomed 34 new brands. This confidence is mirrored by existing Brands, with 13 existing retailers currently upsizing, further reinforcing Lakeside’s position as a market-leading location for ambitious brands seeking high visibility and commercial success.
MAJOR FASHION BRANDS CHOOSING LAKESIDE
2025 saw an impressive total of 185,000 sq ft leased through new lettings and renewals at Lakeside, including major fashion signings that highlight a clear shift towards scale, first-to-market concepts and long-term investment:
- White Company – opening March 2026 bringing its timeless design, exceptional quality, and understated luxury
- BERSHKA – opening Summer 2026, strengthening Lakeside’s contemporary trend-led fashion line-up
- Hollister Co – opening Summer 2026 the new flagship store at the centre will appeal to a younger, fashion-led audience
- Urban Outfitters – set to further diversify Lakeside’s fashion mix, the store will open in Summer 2026
Rob Jewell, managing director asset management at Pradera Lateral, commented: “The performance at Lakeside continues to demonstrate the strength of the destination. Rising footfall, strong spend and sustained investment from our brand partners show why leading fashion brands are choosing to commit here. Lakeside is already delivering outstanding commercial performance, and our focus is on building on that momentum to drive even greater long-term growth. Fashion brands are choosing Lakeside because the numbers stack up.”
