Foyleside, one of Northern Ireland’s largest shopping centres, has been sold to a group of private investors for £27 million.
Agents Savills said the deal for the Londonderry centre has been completed after a number of months on the market. It was originally marketed at just over £34 million and is home to major retail in names such as Marks & Spencer, Dunnes, and H&M and stretches to nearly 350,000 square feet, with 98% of the scheme let.
It was put up for sale alongside Belfast’s Forestside Shopping Centre in May by owners Kildare Partners, an investment firm founded by the former owner of Sunderland Football Club Ellis Short.
Donall McCann, speaking on behalf of the new group of owners of Foyleside, said it is a prize asset.
“Foyleside has provided the premier retail offering to the people of Derry and surrounding areas for over 30 years,” he said. “As investors and asset managers we have a firm belief in the importance of physical retail and are excited at the opportunity to work with existing and new occupiers to further enhance the offering at Foyleside.
“As a locally-based group of investors, we are delighted to add the centre to our portfolio and look forward to shaping its future. It is a testament to all of those involved back in the early 1990s who helped to deliver to the North West region what is still recognised today as one of Northern Ireland leading centres – under our stewardship we intend to continue that legacy.”
Ben Turtle from Savills said the centre has significant potential.
“Foyleside Shopping Centre is not just a retail destination but a landmark in its own right. The combination of strategic location, strong tenant line-up, and development potential makes it a pivotal asset in the Northern Ireland retail landscape. We are confident that the new owners will continue to harness its potential and elevate the shopping experience for all visitors.”
The announcement of the Derry centre’s purchase follows last week’s news that Herbert Group, run by Michael and Lesley Herbert, had bought Forestide Shopping Centre in Belfast. Their Herbert Group had previously operated 146 KFC restaurants across the UK and Ireland which they sold to Asda owner EG Group.
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