UK’s best shopping centre for Christmas 2026 named
Christmas may still be more than two months away, but it already feels like the festive season is starting to creep onto high streets and into shopping centres across the UK. Decorations are beginning to appear, shops are filling their shelves with gifts, and before long, many of us will be thinking about that long list of presents we still need to buy. For some people, wandering around Christmas markets and busy high streets is all part of the fun. For others, getting everything under one roof and heading home as quickly as possible sounds much more appealing.
TL;DR
- Victoria Square in Belfast won the Retail Destination of the Year 2026 award.
- It features over 70 stores, restaurants, and an Odeon cinema.
- New additions include Bershka, Krispy Kreme, Levi's, Space NK, and Sephora.
- The centre has a prominent glass dome with a free viewing platform.
- A 'Victoria Square Express' Santa experience and a seasonal fair will be available for Christmas.
- Quiet Santa sessions will be offered for families preferring a calmer experience.
- The award acknowledges the centre's bounce back after losing some retailers.