Landsec announces new store opening at Bluewater

Landsec has announced that Snow + Rock, an outdoor sports brand, has opened its latest store at Bluewater, Europe’s leading retail and leisure destination.

The company’s 13,000 sq ft store is situated on the Upper Rose Gallery and stocks hand-picked snowsports clothing and equipment alongside luggage, footwear and camping gear.

The store also provides boot fitting and various servicing options for skis and snowboards. Also in store is Runners Need, offering running products as well as free gait analysis.

Russell Loveland, portfolio director at Landsec, co-owner and asset manager of Bluewater, said: “We are pleased to welcome Snow + Rock to Bluewater’s expanding experience-led retail offer. The statement store provides a unique service and one-stop shop for our active and adventurous guests.”

The news follows recent international brand signings at Bluewater including Alex & Ani, Coach and Neal’s Yard Remedies.

Paul McDermott, marketing and omnichannel director of Snow + Rock, added: “The opening of our store has been extremely successful as we revealed our new concept to Bluewater’s guests.

“Working with Landsec has also been a very smooth process for us. Our focus on providing an in-store experience that will attract and engage with a wide audience will ensure we can convert the many guests through our doors to loyal brand advocates.”

CBRE and Time Retail Partners acted for Bluewater. Space Retail Property Consultants represented Snow + Rock.