The Metrocentre Partnership is celebrating a fast start to 2025, following a record-breaking 2024 for both sales and footfall. Proactive asset management, with nearly 300,000 sq ft of deals completed in the last 12 months, has helped to drive a 9.2% year-on-year footfall uplift year to date.

Shaftesbury’s West End village, Seven Dials hosted its annual one-day festival this weekend. The fully pedestrianised event took place as part of Seven Dials’ placemaking initiatives and their commitment to creating a community of independent, authentic, and innovative brands.