RivingtonHark, on behalf of Rochdale Borough Council, has secured British clothing retailer Peacocks on a long-term lease for a 10,181 sq ft unit at Rochdale Riverside, taking the scheme to 92% occupancy.
The run of new lettings follows a 15.3% year-on-year footfall increase at Rochdale Riverside, with almost 200,000 visiting during July, continuing an upward year-on-year trend throughout 2026.
Following its opening in Spring 2020, Rochdale Riverside has delivered a dynamic mix of shopping, dining, and leisure and is at the heart of the wider regeneration of Rochdale town centre. RivingtonHark has asset managed the centre on behalf of the council since 2023.
The 200,000sq ft open-air scheme is anchored by a 50,000sq ft M&S store and a six-screen Real Cinema, and is home to leading national retailers including Next, H&M, Boots, and JD Sports.
Ollie Holland, asset manager for Rochdale Riverside at RivingtonHark, said: “The letting brings another nationally recognised retailer to Rochdale Riverside, activating a prominent, centrally located unit and further strengthening the diverse and growing fashion offer. The addition of Peacocks reflects robust demand for well situated space and continued confidence from national and regional occupiers in the long-term appeal of Rochdale Riverside.
“Rochdale Riverside is another example of how we work closely with local authorities like Rochdale Borough Council to deliver long-term value across town and city centre schemes. With footfall continuing to grow and further lettings in the pipeline we look forward to building on this continued momentum.”
Councillor Danny Meredith, cabinet member for regeneration and housing at Rochdale Borough Council, said: “It’s great to see Rochdale Riverside going from strength to strength with another new store signing up. I’m sure Peacocks will prove to be a popular addition to this busy and well-loved shopping and leisure centre.”
Established in Warrington in 1884 and now trading from 345 stores nationally, Peacocks brings a budget friendly, everyday proposition which adds to the diverse retail mix.
Peacocks is scheduled to open at the start of October and will trade across both ground and first floor levels.
