Grand Central’s New Street Mall to get £2m upgrade

Hammerson is planning a £2m upgrade to New Street Mall, part of Birmingham’s Grand Central shopping centre.

The first phase of the project will be delivered in October and focuses on upgrades to the internal walkway of New Street Mall, including new seating, and pilaster treatments to revitalise the destination’s store fronts.

Phase two is projected to complete in Spring 2020, and will involve an upgrade to the double-height atrium entrance at Grand Central.

Conrad Bacon, portfolio director, said: “This £2m project will transform New Street Mall and Grand Central, creating a fresh and dynamic entrance, with an eye-catching double-height atrium.

“Across our portfolio, we’re always looking at ways to improve the experience for our partners and customers, and this is a fantastic example of that. Bullring & Grand Central is one of the UK’s best retail and leisure destinations, and the investment we’ve announced today will help ensure we continue to deliver for both consumers and brands for many years to come.”

Grand Central has attracted a number of brands in 2019, including Herman Ze German’s first site outside of London, US fried chicken brand Slim Chickens, and feline friendly eatery Kitty Café.

It was also recently revealed that designer childrenswear retailer Base will also be opening.