NICK TURK DIRECTOR | RETAIL LEASE ADVISORY OUT OF TOWN DIRECT: +44 207 344 6555
NICK.TURK@COLLIERS.COM
Bristol’s leisure
trailblazers cannot be contained
T
he bold mix of food and independent outlets made out of converted shipping containers at the city’s exciting new development,
demonstrates why entrepreneurial businesses are so keen to have a presence in Bristol. CARGO 1 is made up of eighteen 8ft by 20ft
converted containers and is based at the bottom of Gaol Ferry Steps at Wapping Wharf with the subsequent launch of CARGO 2, consisting of an additional 30 containers. Tis concept has proved popular in the capital
with similar container schemes such as ‘Boxpark’ in Shoreditch and ‘Popbrixton’ in Brixton providing a fabulous mix of food and fashion for locals and tourists alike. A similar container scheme, believed to be the first of its kind outside London, is a perfect fit at Wapping Wharf and will create a whole new retail environment perfectly in tune with current trends and very much in keeping with Bristol’s strong
We are telling our clients that they have got to be here!
independent sector. People are keen to try something different, and
Bristol welcomes new ideas and concepts such as local café bars Loungers, Boston Tea Party and other successful West Country exports. We are telling our clients that they have got to be
here! Te city is growing in confidence by the week and we believe it’s an ideal place for ambitious, entrepreneurial businesses to test the water. Te right mix of leisure and retail creates a stronger destination profile and increases dwell-time, which in turn improves discretionary spend and makes the venue far more profitable for retailers. Bristol’s waterfront is one of the most vibrant
locations in the UK and the mix of new homes and apartments with bright and breezy business ventures is great for the city’s reputation – not to mention the wider investment we need
Colliers International
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