Kingsgate Shopping Centre in Huddersfield has secured a wave of new retail lettings in anticipation of the grand opening of multi-leisure operator The Light next week.

Health and wellness retailer Holland & Barrett has taken a 2,000 sq ft unit, formerly occupied by The Body Shop, on a five-year lease. Jewellery brand Pandora has also expanded its presence, relocating to a larger 1,500 sq ft unit with a 10-year lease.

Further bolstering the shopping centre’s retail mix, fashion accessories retailer Lovisa has signed a 10-year lease on an 850 sq ft unit, previously home to GAME. Additionally, Boots is set to move into Kingsgate from King Street, occupying a substantial 16,000 sq ft store on a 10-year lease.

These new arrivals coincide with the much-anticipated launch of The Light, a major leisure destination opening in the former House of Fraser department store on 11th April. The venue will offer a variety of entertainment options, including a six-screen cinema, bowling, arcades, a climbing centre, interactive darts, karaoke, and an array of restaurants.

Steve Bateman, asset manager at Kingsgate Shopping Centre, commented: “Huddersfield town centre is undergoing significant transformation, with key stakeholders, including Kirklees Council, working to streamline retail and leisure offerings. This consolidation is strengthening Kingsgate’s position as the town’s prime retail and leisure hub. We are delighted to welcome these fantastic brands to the centre.”

Spanning 280,000 sq ft, Kingsgate Shopping Centre is home to a strong line-up of retailers, including JD Sports, TK Maxx, Sports Direct, HMV, Waterstones, and River Island.

KLM Real Estate and Newns Webster continue to act as the centre’s retained letting agents.

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