How do you open a leisure centre in a shopping centre?
Plenty of passing trade and rules worth knowing about.
In short: A shopping centre brings visitors, parking and long opening hours, but it has its own rules on building work, opening hours and branding. Check the height and the floor load before you sign, and ask the supplier to coordinate the installation with the centre.
The business at a glance
- Who it is for
- Families already visiting the centre, groups and birthday parties.
- Space
- Large premises, sometimes over several floors; clear height is the key.
- What fits
- Trampoline park, Ninja Warrior, a children's zone and interactive games.
- What makes the difference
- The terms of the lease and the centre's building work rules.
What should you check in the premises?
- The real clear height, with no services hanging below it
- The load the floor can take
- Emergency exits and evacuation
- Hours for building work and for loading and unloading
- The centre's rules on branding and signage
- Air conditioning and noise towards other units
Compare with a warehouse
The advantages and risks of each type of premises.
Frequently asked questions
Is a shopping centre better than a warehouse?
A shopping centre gives you passing trade; a warehouse usually gives you more height and lower rent. It depends on your area and the audience you are aiming at.
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Do you already have premises or a space?
Send us the floor area and the clear height. We will tell you what fits and prepare your 3D design.