Another brand signs up for space at regeneration scheme
Restaurant chain, Cow & Cream, has exchanged a lease contract with national developer Muse to open a new eatery at Forge Island in Rotherham town centre.
The burger, shake and dessert restaurant’s signing closely follows the Thistle Group deal, which will bring four more brands to Forge Island.
These businesses will be joining boutique cinema operator, The Arc, and national hotel chain, Travelodge, who have already signed up to anchor the scheme.
Once finished, the Forge Island development will bring a new restaurant and leisure offer to the town centre, with construction expected to start this month.
Raife Gale, senior development manager at Muse, said: “Since launching Forge Island on the market earlier this year, we’ve seen huge demand from occupiers that want to open in Rotherham.
“This is a ringing endorsement of our mission to work with the council, to bring a great choice of amenities and a social purpose to the places where we work.
“We can’t wait to get on site later this year to create an attractive leisure destination for the people of Rotherham. We believe Forge Island will be the catalyst for further regeneration and investment in the town.”
Rotherham Council’s cabinet member for jobs and the local economy, Councillor Denise Lelliott, added: “It’s great news that local business Cow & Cream will be joining the likes of Arc Cinema and Travelodge on Forge Island.
“Cow & Cream, along with the other new cafes and restaurants will bring a variety of cuisines from around the world for residents and visitors to enjoy.
“Forge Island will provide a gateway for residents to enjoy new – and old favourite – leisure facilities, including our wonderful green spaces and parks.”
