Metrocentre reports ‘robust’ festive trading period
Metrocentre has reported a “robust” festive trading period with increased footfall and standout trading days.
Boxing Day was a particularly successful day for the shopping centre when footfall was 7.6% ahead of the same day in 2024,
The uplift was echoed throughout December with several high performing trading days helping the centre to achieve an annual footfall of over 16 million visitors to mark a 1.5% increase on the previous year.
Metrocentre said the momentum was driven by a programme of new openings, investment, and continued confidence from national and international brands.
Subscribe to TRBDuring 2025, the scheme elevated its offering with regional debuts for brands such as Stradivarius and Activate, as well as openings for Urban Outfitters, Søstrene Grene, Diamond Factory and Maki & Ramen.
Ben Cox, director at Sovereign Centros from CBRE, asset managers of Metrocentre, said: “We have ended 2025 on such a high, with strong leasing activity and continued investment across the scheme from the owners and brands.
“This work done in the last 12 months will really take hold in 2026, with several openings on the horizon and a continuation of our strategy to diversify uses, maintaining Metrocentre’s position as the leading destination in the region by providing even more reasons to visit.
“That strategy is one that is rooted in longevity; we want the best brands, the best experience, and we want this to continue for years to come. These festive results speak volumes about the progress we have made and will continue to make, as we uphold our reputation in and importance to the North East.”
