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Local News · CricklewoodWaitrose to open Chalk Farm convenience store in 2028
Waitrose has announced plans to open a new convenience store in Chalk Farm in 2028. This follows the recent opening of a larger supermarket on Cricklewood Broadway as part of a nationwide expansion.
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Property & Planning · Brent CrossBrent Cross Shopping Centre marks 50 years with new facade
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The mall, built on the former Hendon Greyhound Stadium site, is being updated with a modern facade due for completion in early 2027. A memory wall will feature public photographs.
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Local News · Brent CrossHome Bargains opens Brent Cross store, creating 65 jobs
Home Bargains opened a new store in Brent Cross yesterday, creating 65 jobs. The retailer has invested around £1 million into the Staples Corner outlet, which is managed by Szilvia Szajcz.
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Local News · Brent CrossBrent Cross seeks memories for 50th birthday 'memory wall'
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is inviting customers to share photos and memories from its 50-year history. The submissions will be used to create a 'memory wall' as the centre undergoes a refurbishment and prepares to open new stores.
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Local News · Brent CrossNew Brent Cross Town neighbourhood to welcome Holybella, Stamp, and Social Pottery
Mediterranean-inspired cafe Holybella, Post Office services provider Stamp, and creative studio Social Pottery are set to open in Brent Cross Town. The development, planned by Related Argent, aims to provide residents and workers with local amenities.
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Local News · High BarnetPlanet Organic Muswell Hill reopens after eight-week revamp
Planet Organic in Muswell Hill reopened on Wednesday, September 16, following an eight-week refurbishment. A temporary store operated on Fortis Green Road during the closure. Further celebrations are planned for Saturday, September 19, including giveaways and face painting.
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Local News · Brent CrossSephora to open at Brent Cross this winter
Beauty brand Sephora has confirmed it will open a new store at Brent Cross Shopping Centre this winter. The 5,500 sq ft unit marks a return for the retailer, which previously had a presence at the centre in the early 2000s. Hammerson, the centre's owner, stated the move is part of a strategy to attract a broader customer base.
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Local News · Brent CrossTesco roadshow comes to Brent Cross superstore
Tesco is hosting its 'Best Night In' roadshow at its Brent Cross superstore on Saturday, September 12th. The event in the store's car park will offer shoppers the chance to sample snacks and drinks and participate in an interactive game.
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Local News · High BarnetTG Jones store in Muswell Hill Broadway closes after one year
The TG Jones store on Muswell Hill Broadway is closing down, just one year after being rebranded from WH Smith. The closure follows an announcement by owner Modella Capital to shut 150 of its 450 stores nationwide.
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Local News · FinchleyWaitrose Finchley reopens with new bakery and dry‑aged beef cabinet
Waitrose on Ballards Lane in Finchley reopened after a week‑long refurbishment, adding upgraded service counters, a dry‑aged beef cabinet and a redesigned bakery. MP Sarah Sackman attended the ribbon‑cutting ceremony and early customers were given complimentary tote bags and a beverage.
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Local News · BarnetAldi Barnet store turns pink for Barbie doll launch
Aldi's Barnet store adopted a Barbie pink theme from September 1 to September 10 to mark the launch of the Barbie Aldimania Dreamland Doll. The special edition doll is priced at £12.99 and was available as part of the September Toy Event.
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Waitrose to open 18,000 sq ft store in Cricklewood this autumn
An 18,000 square foot Waitrose store is set to open on Cricklewood Broadway this autumn. Located at 194-196 Cricklewood Broadway, the supermarket is part of a wider investment by the company to reach new customers. Some local residents have voiced concerns about potential shoplifting.
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Sainsbury's Nectar Points Now Available on Uber Eats
Sainsbury's shoppers can now collect Nectar points on grocery orders placed through Uber Eats. Customers must enter their Nectar card number at checkout to earn one point per £1 spent on eligible items. Points are credited within 28 days.
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Greggs Sales Rise to £1.1bn Amid New Product Success
Greggs achieved £1.1bn in sales for the first six months of 2024, a 7.2% rise year-on-year. The bakery chain opened 34 new stores, bringing its total to 2,773. Pre-tax profit grew by nearly 20% to £76m, attributed to cost management and successful new products like a chicken roll and iced matcha lattes.
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Liberty Doubles Fabric Department Size
Liberty has significantly enlarged its fabric department, responding to an 11% rise in fabric sales last year. The expansion aims to cater to a growing interest in sewing and crafting, driven by social media and television programmes.
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WorldPrimark Introduces Lower Prices
Primark has launched new lower prices across hundreds of clothing lines under its 'Iconic Value' initiative, effective from July 20. This move aligns with a survey indicating that 46% of UK shoppers prioritise value for money when purchasing clothing.
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WorldTed Baker to open new UK store
Ted Baker is set to launch its first new standalone UK store later this year, nearly two years after all 46 of its British locations shut. The brand's UK operator collapsed in March 2024, leading to the closures by August.
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Business · CricklewoodBrent Cross Welcomes New Stores Amidst Closures
Brent Cross Shopping Centre is set to introduce two new retail outlets, Mango Kids and a large pop-up from Oliver Bonas. This comes as the Starbucks cafe has ceased trading at the centre, and a new dessert kiosk has opened.
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Retailers Enhance Accessibility for Disabled Shoppers
Retailers are increasingly implementing measures to assist disabled shoppers, including dedicated checkouts, assistance services, and identification schemes. These initiatives aim to create a more inclusive shopping experience for everyone.
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