In Pictures: Footasylum unveils new ‘immersive streetwear destination’ at Manchester Arndale

Footwear, sportswear and streetwear retailer Footasylum has today unveiled its freshly refurbished and upsized store at Manchester Arndale, as its UK retail footprint continues to expand.

The new ‘immersive’ 18,000 sq ft space, located on the ground floor of Exchange Court, follows Footasylum committing to a 20-year lease at the Arndale in 2025.

It also comes hot on the heels of Footasylum’s return to Glasgow’s Silverburn shopping centre, where a new 10,305 sq ft "state-of-the-art" store opened in mid-March.

The upsizing of the Manchester Arndale store, along with re-entering Glasgow Silverburn, aligns with Footasylum’s wider UK store roll-out strategy, which prioritises high performing and high footfall locations.

Other recent openings include Darlington’s Cornmill Centre, Bromborough’s Croft Retail and Leisure Park, and Forster Square in Bradford.

To mark the new Manchester opening, the store will host a series of community‑led activations featuring local DJs, alongside partnerships with Slim Chickens, Crep Protect, Adidas and Footasylum influencers.

In-store, customers will now find a curated mix of new and exclusive products from third‑party brands such as Nike, Asics, Hoka, Saucony and Berghaus, alongside Footasylum’s own labels including Monterrain, Forena and Epic Kid.

Howard Tattersall, Chief Marketing Officer at Footasylum, said: "Manchester is at the very heart of Footasylum’s DNA, and our new flagship in the Arndale is a celebration of that heritage. This isn't just about more floor space, it’s about creating an immersive streetwear destination that bridges the gap between our digital community and a physical experience.

"By doubling our footprint, we’re able to bring the full energy of brands like Monterrain, Forena and Nike to life in a way that resonates with the city's unique creative spirit."

The unveiling of the new store comes following last week’s news that Footasylum has tapped Gymshark Global GM Hannah Mercer as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the continued expansion drive.

Effective from May, Mercer will replace previous Footasylum CEO David Pujolar, who stepped down last month.