It’s Christmas time and if you’re looking for a place to shop, dine, and have fun, look no further than Bullring & Grand Central in Birmingham city centre.
The popular retail and leisure destination has recently welcomed 12 new shiny stores and entertainment venues, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for fashion, food, entertainment, or gifts, you’ll find it all.
Dan Murphy, General Manager, said: “We are thrilled to be able to offer such an extensive and exciting line-up of new store and leisure experiences, ahead of Christmas.
“The sheer number of high-profile openings in the last three months reaffirms the ‘flight to quality’ we have witnessed at Bullring & Grand Central this year, and the confidence brands have in the in-store experience, particularly in the right city centre location.
“We always knew 2023 was going to be a transformational year for us, as we continued to focus on enlivening our spaces with new brands, concepts and market firsts. We are well positioned going into 2024, with some exciting brands set to open, including TOCA Social.”
Bullring & Grand Central has something for everyone this Christmas. Whether you want to shop, dine, or have fun, you’ll find it all at this amazing destination. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the 12 new shiny stores, and make your Christmas extra special.
Here are 12 reasons why you should visit this festive season:

9. Canada Goose
For those looking for stylish and snug outerwear, the new Canada Goose pop-up store at Bullring & Grand Central is now open. It offers a seasonal selection of luxury outdoor wear, made with the finest materials and craftsmanship. You can wrap up warm and look good with these premium jackets, parkas, vests, and accessories. | wwd

10. Shokupan
For a tasty and quick lunch option during this festive season, try the new Shokupan. It serves soft breaded Japanese-style sandwiches topped with fresh ingredients. Lunch can be served in two minutes and you can choose from a variety of flavors, such as tuna mayo, teriyaki beef, or chicken katsu. It's ideal for people who are pressed for time or as a quick snack while shopping. | What's on Birmingham

11. Banana Tree
Looking for something more exotic? Then you’ll love the new Banana Tree, the top Pan-Asian restaurant. It’s on St Martin’s Walk, and it has all kinds of cocktails and street food, from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore. You can taste the real flavours and smells, or make your meal hotter with some chilli sauce. | RBH

12. Design 44
In search of some unique and thoughtful gifts? You'll love the recently opened Design 44, a local, independent gift shop. It has a top selection of hand-picked gifts, like jewellery and candles, art and stationery. You can help local and Brummie businesses, and get some nice stocking stuff for your mates and family. | Design 44


