From a former industrial wasteland to a ravers’ paradise to north-central London’s retail therapy hot spot, Coal Drops Yard in King’s Cross has rapidly evolved in the past few decades – and it’s not slowing down any time soon.
The prestigious shopping and dining area will soon welcome three new outlets: two well-known clothing brands and a local, family-run bakery.
Global fashion retailer Anthropologie will open its 21st UK store in a 2,852 sq ft unit at Coal Drops Yard this May. For more adventurous types, modern outdoor clothing brand the Outsiders Store is upgrading its existing occupancy in Coal Drops Yard. The Manchester-founded brand has signed on for a further 10 years and plans to relocate to a larger 3,000 sq ft space.
Cheesecake shop La Maritxu has also signed a 10-year lease for a site on Bagley Walk. La Maritxu is famed for its San Sebastián style, authentic Basque cheesecakes, and won a Great Taste Award in 2023.
Anthropologie’s new store at Coal Drops Yard will open on May 6
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