Peel Waters appoints Graham + Sibbald to bring forward first retail, F&B and amenity opportunities at Central Docks, Liverpool Waters

Waterside regeneration specialists, Peel Waters have appointed leading property consultancy Graham + Sibbald as the retained commercial agents for the future retail, F&B and amenity offer at Central Docks, part of the transformational Liverpool Waters development.

The appointment comes at a pivotal time for the project, with £81.1 million of infrastructure works now well underway, funded through the partnership between Peel Waters and Homes England. This investment is unlocking the delivery of 2,350 new homes, with a further 600 in the pipeline, alongside new public spaces, pedestrian and cycling routes, and the creation of a brand-new 5-acre Central Park within the neighbourhood.

As one of the UK’s most ambitious waterfront regeneration projects, Liverpool Waters is rapidly gathering momentum something already evident on site, with the latest drone footage capturing the scale of progress.

To support the growing residential community across Liverpool Waters and increased footfall generated by nearby commercial space, tourism and the new 52,000+ capacity Hill Dickinson Stadium, Graham + Sibbald will initially focus on bringing forward opportunities for a new convenience food store within Central Docks, as well as marketing an exciting prime coffee shop/restaurant space in the centre of Central Park. Peel Waters and their appointed agent will look to work with exciting, innovative local, independent brands to operate the café in the park, who will help curate the community, vibe and authentic sense of place that Liverpool is known for.

These first units mark the beginning of Peel Waters’ wider placemaking strategy for the neighbourhood, providing essential best of class amenities and creating vibrant, welcoming, sociable spaces that enhance the resident and visitor experience.

As leaders in the retail and leisure sector, Graham + Sibbald will draw on their national reach and strong relationships with both major food store brands and independent operators, ensuring a vibrant and diverse amenity mix that supports the long-term success of Central Docks Liverpool Waters.

Liza Marco, Senior Asset Manager,  Liverpool Waters said: “The appointment of Graham + Sibbald is another important milestone for Central Docks as we transition from infrastructure delivery to bringing real, tangible amenities forward for our growing community. With significant progress being made on site, momentum is building quickly, and securing best-in-class retail partners will be crucial in creating a thriving, liveable neighbourhood. Graham + Sibbald bring the expertise, connections and energy needed to curate a strong mix of operators that will support residents and help Central Docks flourish.”

Conor Mulloy, Director, Commercial Agency, Graham + Sibbald added: “Central Docks represents an exceptionally exciting opportunity, not just for operators, but for Liverpool as a whole. With thousands of new homes, major visitor attractions, external seating opportunities and a new public park coming forward, this waterfront neighbourhood will attract high-quality, well-located amenities and exciting leisure operators from day one. We’re thrilled to be working with Peel Waters to bring the first convenience retail and independent café/restaurant offerings to market, and to help shape what will become one of Liverpool’s most dynamic new destinations.”

To find out more about retail, leisure and wider residential development opportunities at Central Docks, Liverpool Waters visit: Central Docks Food Store – Liverpool Waters