A MAJOR new shopping and leisure development has been proposed for one of the UK’s biggest retail parks.
If approved, Edinburgh’s Fort Kinnaird could see more than 42,500 square feet of new retail and leisure space, along with a food store, in a move that could create up to 60 new jobs.
The proposed new building would be located next to Fort Kinnaird’s already existing leisure and dining options, including the likes of ODEON cinema, Wagamama, and Nando’s.
Fort Kinnaird already holds more than 560,000 square feet of retail and leisure space, with the new plans proposing an additional ground-floor unit which would feature a 19,750-square-foot food store, while the first floor would offer 22,785 square feet of leisure space.
The announcement follows a major refurbishment of the Eastern Terrace last year, which saw more than 20,000 square feet of retail space upgraded.
Following the refurbishment, Fort Kinnaird welcomed new stores including Lush, Rituals and Clintons.
Unveiling the plans, Liam Smith, centre director at Fort Kinnaird, said it is a “really exciting time for us”.
He added: “We have no doubt the new development, if approved, will prove exceptionally popular with our visitors.
“It will offer convenience for everyday shopping but also more choice when spending quality time with family and friends.
“Beyond that, we're really proud this project will create over 60 new jobs in the local area.
“The development is about strengthening Fort Kinnaird as a destination for the whole community.”
First opening in 1989 as Craig Park, Fort Kinnaird is now one of the UK’s largest retail parks, extending across more than 560,000 square feet of retail and leisure space.
