The Rock Shopping Centre has been recognised for the safety and cleanliness of its car park after receiving the prestigious Park Mark® award.

The shopping destination  has received the award for the 13^th year. The standard acknowledges that its parking facilities have measures in place that actively deter crime and the fear of crime.

Park Mark® is the accredited logo of the Safer Parking Scheme. It is given to parking facilities that have achieved the requirements of a risk assessment conducted by the Police and the British Parking Association. Their assessments include management and maintenance of the facility, checking that there are appropriate levels of surveillance, lighting, signage, and cleanliness.  All these are known to reduce the opportunity for crime and thus create a safer environment for the motorist and their vehicle.

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock said: “The safety of our customers is of paramount importance. Our teams work very hard to maintain high safety and cleanliness standards of the car park and the entire centre. We are pleased to have been recognised with this award.”

Mark Osmond, Area Manager added: “I am thrilled that The Rock Shopping Centre’s has achieved the Park Mark award, demonstrating their hard work and commitment to provide a safe environment for users.”

Car parks with a Park Mark® can use signage featuring the distinctive Park Mark® tick so that drivers know exactly where to go for safe parking. Facilities that have received this award have seen a drop in vehicle-related crime of over 80%.

Popular footwear chain shoezone is set to open a store at The Rock Shopping Centre in Bury later this month.

The retailer is relocating from the Mill Gate to a bigger unit at The Rock, next to Primark, and will open on Saturday 20^th May.

The full team will relocate to the store and create 1 new part-time job. The new, larger store, will stock more brands, increasing the amount of options for customers to choose from.

Anthony Smith, shoezone Chief Executive, said: “We’re delighted to be opening this relocated shoezone store in Bury. We’ll be selling our most popular core range of own-brand everyday footwear, alongside well-known branded shoes, making our entire retail collection easily accessible.”

The retailer is the latest of a number of brands to join the tenant mix at The Rock. The shopping and leisure destination has recently welcomed Vanilla, Skechers and Kaspa’s Desserts to its offering.

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, said: “We are really looking forward to welcoming shoezone to The Rock. It’s a very popular chain and will be a great addition to the centre. We’re sure this new store will be a huge hit with our customers.”

shoezone offers low price and high quality footwear for the whole family. They operate from 340 stores and have approximately 2,550 employees across the UK.

Popular shoe brand Skechers has now opened its doors at The Rock.

The retailer officially opened on Thursday (16^th March) and has created 15 new jobs in the town.

The new ‘concept store’ stocks 700 lines, including footwear for all the family, and has taken over the former Dorothy Perkins unit at The Rock.

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, said: “We are thrilled to see Skechers officially open at The Rock and we’re sure it’ll be a great hit with our customers. The brand is a great addition to our tenant mix and we wish the team every success.”

Skechers stocks a wide selection of footwear and apparel for men, women, and children. The brand offers casual, athletic and fashion trends as well as sandals and boots.

Popular womenswear brand Vanilla has opened at The Rock Shopping Centre.

The London-based retailer officially opened its doors on Friday (24^th February) and the new store is  home to the brand’s Blue Vanilla and Pink Vanilla labels.

Michelle Burns, head of retail stores at Vanilla, said: “We have been very selective when searching locations for our first Vanilla store in the North West of England and The Rock Shopping Centre in Bury is the perfect location with its impressive selection of retail stores.”

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Vanilla to The Rock and we’re sure the new store will prove to be very popular with our visitors.”

Blue Vanilla offers outfits for a variety of occasions with everything from casual day looks to glamourous dresses and Pink Vanilla targets a younger audience aged 14 to 24, with fashion items inspired by street style, social media and pop culture.

Popular womenswear brand Vanilla is to open a new store at The Rock Shopping Centre later this month.

The London-based retailer will take on a 2,939 sq ft unit at the centre and the new store will be home to the brand’s Blue Vanilla and Pink Vanilla labels.

Blue Vanilla offers outfits for a variety of occasions with everything from casual day looks to glamourous dresses and Pink Vanilla targets a younger audience aged 14 to 24, with fashion items inspired by street style, social media and pop culture.

The store will create 11 new jobs in the town and will open in the former Infinities unit on Central Street on Friday 24th February.

Michelle Burns, head of retail stores at Vanilla, said: “We have been very selective when searching locations for our first Vanilla store in the North West of England and The Rock Shopping Centre in Bury is the perfect location with its impressive selection of retail stores.”

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, added: “Vanilla is the latest in a line-up of popular brands to join The Rock and we’re thrilled to welcome them to the centre. We know that Vanilla is very popular and we’re sure it’ll be a big hit with our visitors.

“It’s another fashion brand to add to our centre and strengthens our womenswear offering. We wish the team every success in Bury.”

The shopping and leisure destination has recently welcomed Blue Inc, Tessuti, Bob & Berts and Legacy Pets to its tenant mix.

Popular shoe brand Skechers is set to open a store here at The Rock  this spring.

The retailer is opening one of its ‘concept stores’ stocking all the latest lines and will create 15 new jobs.

It will take on a 7892 sq ft unit at the shopping destination and will stock 700 lines including footwear for all the family.

The brand will take over the former Dorothy Perkins and Burtons unit at The Rock which closed during the pandemic.

The retailer is the latest of a number of brands to join the tenant mix at The Rock within the past 12 months. The shopping and leisure destination has recently welcomed Paperchase, Blue Inc, Tessuti, Bob & Berts and Legacy Pets to its offering.

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, said: “We are very excited to welcome Skechers to The Rock. It’s a popular brand and will be a great addition to both The Rock and Bury town centre as a whole. We wish the team huge success and we’re sure this new store will be a huge hit with our customers.”

Skechers stocks a wide selection of footwear and apparel for men, women, and children. The brand offers casual, athletic and fashion trends as well as sandals and boots.

The Range is planning to open its 200th store at The Rock, Bury, this November.

The new store will be located on the site of the old Debenhams store, which closed in May this year, and is due to open on Friday 19th November.

An additional 120 full and part-time jobs will be created when the Bury branch opens, which is sure to have a positive impact on the local economy.

This job creation is exciting news during what has been an extremely challenging time for the retail sector.

Recruitment for the new store is underway and applicants can send details to the following email address: [email protected]

The new store will be spread over three floors and provide great value products across over 65,000 square feet of shopping space. From the much-loved home décor, furniture, and kitchen & dining selections that the UK retailer is known for, to everyday essentials from pet care to cleaning supplies, the new Bury store will be packed full of everything you might need for your home, leisure and garden.

In addition, Bury’s will have one of The Range’s amazing Christmas shops as part of the new store, selling trees, lights, decorations and much more to
make this Festive season even more magical.

There will be an Iceland café in-store which will be serving a wide selection of hot food and drinks including breakfast and other meal choices. The store will also be home to a luxury kitchen showroom from Jonas & James, who offer market leading quality kitchens combined with outstanding value. The collections span from ultra-contemporary to traditional favourites and incorporate the latest on-trend colours.

Not only will Bury be the 200th Range store to open across the UK and Ireland, but it will also mark the 100th Iceland in-store.

This 100th Iceland launch within The Range is a true representation of the depth and success of the partnership between The Range and Iceland, which has gone from strength to strength since the alliance was formed in 2018.

The new Iceland department will offer a wide choice of meal options at great value prices, from wellknown Iceland exclusive brands such as Greggs and Slimming World, to usual essentials like milk, bread and veg.

Councillor Eamonn O’Brien, Leader of Bury Council commented on the new Range superstore: “This is a real coup for Bury and reflects the strength of our town centre offer. In attracting such a big national operator, we will be able to attract even more people to Bury and generate more jobs for local people. We know that businesses have been hit hard over Covid, and so the Council remains fully committed to supporting them with an ambitious recovery plan for our borough. But this is a great early sign that Bury’s recovery has already begun.”

Arnold Wilcox-Wood, Centre Director at The Rock, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to be welcoming The Range to The Rock. The brand is hugely popular and is a great addition to our tenant mix, strengthening our shopping offer and it complements the rest of our retailers very well. After a challenging 18 months this is really positive news for both The Rock and Bury town centre as a whole and we look forward to the new store opening in time for the festive season.”

Mr Wilcox-Wood added: “We’re sure The Range will be well received by our visitors and the job creation within the town is to be applauded.”

There’s plenty of exciting activities planned for the opening of the new store in Bury so keep an eye on local news and social media where more information will be released soon! The new store will be operating in line with current Government covid guidelines when it opens in November.

If you’re looking for a fresh outfit for your home workouts, we’ve got you covered! Olympic gold medallist Denise Lewis OBE has teamed up with Next (one of our resident retailers here at The Rock) to release a Spring 2021 activewear range.

The collection features key performance clothing essentials such as leggings, sports bras and breathable tops (all of which are available in sizes 6 to 22 or XS to XXL) that can be ordered online on the Next website and collected in-store at The Rock.

The perfect accompaniment to your home workouts

The debut Denise Lewis Edit is comprised of pieces that have been tested and approved by the Olympian herself. Suitable for a wide range of workouts, the collection has all the major features you’d expect from activewear staples – from sweat-wicking squat-proof leggings that lift your legs whilst keeping you cool, to inner waistbands and side pockets that are essential for keeping valuables secure.

As well as being a great accompaniment to your home workouts during lockdown, the collection is also engineered for “the gym of life” – in other words, it’s perfect for keeping you comfortable while going about your daily duties. Specially created with busy mums in mind, it caters for women who don’t always have time to fit workouts into their schedules.

This is certainly something mother-of-four Denise can relate to. Nevertheless, she finds that activewear keeps her looking and feeling good whilst juggling parental responsibilities, allowing her to go from running errands to working out without a wardrobe change.

“What I love about activewear is that it’s easy. It doesn’t matter what time of the day I put it on. It’s simple. I can go to the gym, I can pick up the kids from school. It’s just comfortable and I feel good in it.” – Denise Lewis

Stylish pieces made from breathable fabrics

Denise’s range is suitable for a host of different workouts – from high intensity training to low impact stretching and yoga – making her debut edit a versatile one-stop-shop for all your activewear needs.

With plenty of printed patterns and colourful designs to choose from, the collection doesn’t compromise on style. One of Denise’s favourites is the zip up hoody because it’s versatile and easy to throw on at a moment’s notice:

“I just love this zip up hoody, it’s such a strong piece. It’s perfect to throw on whether you’re coming from the gym and heading out to go shopping or picking up the kids, it’s just easy. The attention to detail is fabulous, a little bit edgy – I like!”

To cap off the outfits, Next have also developed technical trainers as part of the collection. Suitable for running and high impact activities, these sports shoes are lightweight yet supportive, available in four colours and with a moulded heel to prevent inward or outward pronation.

“These trainers are great for running or high impact activity. They’re really comfy and supportive – my feet don’t slip inside and they really grip the ground!”

So, if you’re looking to give your workout wardrobe a revamp, why not head over to the Next website to explore the Denise Lewis Edit? You can then collect in-store at The Rock.

To take a look at how we’re working to keep you safe during these unprecedented times, visit our article on customer safety measures within our centre.

The TV star has designed a range of chic and cosy pieces for your winter wardrobe – the perfect accompaniment to the colder months. 

Her recent collection with Next features pieces that are a great addition to your working from home wardrobe and will bring some colour to your outfits for the dark and gloomy winter days ahead.

Read on to find out about her latest collection, ready to order online from the Next website and collect in-store at The Rock Bury.

A fashionable edge to working from home

While the previous collection focused on getting comfortable working from home, Emma’s newest collection brings a touch of professionalism back into her styles. Her range continues to put comfort as a priority, as many of the pieces come in soft fabrics such as cotton and satin, combining comfort with professionalism.

Emma has designed a white cotton shirt for the collection, as well as black sheer tops that can be worn for work or for any virtual events in your calendar. Other staple pieces include the cropped denim and wide leg trousers which can be a nice change from loungewear and pyjamas.

Bringing colour to gloomy days

Emma’s latest collection will brighten up your wardrobe with bolder colour choices. The edit consists of bright orange, soft olive and dark blue – colours that are easy to pair with. Whether you are trying to be adventurous or stick to an understated style, the pieces are super versatile and available in a range of colours. The chunky roll neck top, for example, which comes in orange, cream and navy blue, can be paired nicely with cropped jeans or suit trousers.

“This jumper was such a hit in the last collection we’ve done it again but in a brand new colour, with trousers to match.” 

Emma’s love of colour has also prompted her to design pieces in a range of fabrics and prints – from the long-sleeved animal print dress to the divine velvet suit in olive green. Both pieces are perfect for celebratory evenings at home.

“It’s no surprise that we’ve done another suit for this collection…but this time we’ve done something totally different! We have gone velvet, we have gone green, and it’s super comfortable, super slouchy, and perfect for Christmas.” –Emma Willis 

Staying snug in style

As the colder months are now here, the new collection has pieces that will have you covered – quite literally! There’s plenty to keep you warm and snug during your outdoor winter walks. The edit features coats that range from formal to casual, with padded puffers and workout-appropriate jackets.

The new collection boasts a range of fabrics, with the formal Bouclé Revere Coat that comes in khaki and is easy to match with the khaki rib high neck. If you are tempted to opt for something more casual, Emma’s weather-proof padded jacket also pairs well with the rib high neck tops – available in either khaki or cream and great at keeping you warm.

What’s great about this collection is that not only does it keep you cosy when you are out and about but the pieces also come in a range of size options – from Curve to Regular fit.

Visit the Next website to order pieces from the latest Emma Willis Collection and collect in-store at The Rock Bury.