Four major high street retailers have reaffirmed their commitment to a Glasgow shopping centre with new investment and long-term lease deals.
Peacocks and Bonmarché have signed five-year lease renewals at The Forge Shopping Centre.
The Forge has also secured new investment from Costa Coffee and Greggs, reflecting wider retail momentum at the site.
Jodi Robertson, marketing coordinator at The Forge Shopping Centre, said: "To have four major retailers investing in The Forge at the same time is a real statement of confidence in what we're building here.
"These aren't just renewals, they're commitments to our community, and we're excited about what that means for shoppers in Parkhead and across Glasgow."
Greggs is moving to a larger unit within the centre, which will allow it to expand its menu and introduce more seating for customers.
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This will create a "comfortable place to take a break" during shopping trips, according to centre management.
Costa Coffee is also investing in its presence at The Forge.
The coffee shop will close temporarily from June 12 to June 26, 2026 to allow for a full refurbishment.
The refit is expected to deliver a "refreshed customer experience and a new, relaxed environment to enjoy a coffee in."
The wave of leasing activity comes on the back of The Forge's recent expansion into leisure with the arrival of Pure Padel.
The addition of Pure Padel and the reaffirmed commitment from key retailers signal an upward trend for The Forge as it looks ahead to 2026.
For more information, visit www.forgeshopping.com.
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