Global lifestyle retailer MINISO has confirmed plans to open a new store at Cribbs Causeway, signing a 10-year lease at the Bristol retail destination. The announcement forms part of the brand’s continued UK expansion and comes as Cribbs reports growing engagement from younger shoppers.
MINISO UK and Cribbs Causeway confirmed that MINISO will occupy a 2,300 sq ft unit, with the store due to open later this year. The retailer will offer products including trending vinyl plush collectibles, blind boxes, plush toys, beauty essentials, playful accessories and snacks.
MINISO store details
MINISO launched its first UK store in 2019 and has since expanded its portfolio, with over 60 stores now open nationwide. Its Cribbs store is designed to deliver an enhanced shopping experience, intended to appeal to Gen Z and Gen Alpha, as well as Millennial parents.
Cribbs’ younger shopper growth
The arrival of MINISO continues Cribbs’ evolution into a retail and leisure destination targeting a growing younger audience and follows the openings of AllSaints and River Island last year.
During 2025, Cribbs reported a 13% growth in Gen Z shoppers, with 36% of total spend coming from younger shoppers, outperforming the regional mall average of 30%.
Skechers upsizes at Cribbs
Alongside MINISO’s arrival, US multinational footwear and apparel brand Skechers will upsize to a new 4,700 sq ft unit after signing a 10-year lease.
With celebrity brand ambassadors ranging from Ringo Starr, Britney Spears, Snoop Dogg, and England football captain Harry Kane, Skechers becomes the latest fashion brand to invest in its Cribbs store following significant upgrades by Mango, H&M, and River Island, alongside the arrivals of AllSaints and Animal last year.
“The arrival of MINISO and Skechers upsize comes as we continue to evolve the retail line-up at Cribbs to ensure we cater for our growing GenZ audience. Innovative and growing brands such as MINISO and Skechers are queueing up to join our line-up at Cribbs thanks to us having the second largest catchment of all UK regional malls.
Katie Searle, Director, Asset Management, Sovereign Centros from CBRE
“This shopper base continues to grow thanks to the increased investment taking place across the Cribbs Causeway area, including the neighbouring Brabazon Development which is set to deliver 6,500 homes and 2,000 student rooms. As a result for many of our brands, Cribbs is consistently the best performing store across the UK portfolios and is why retailers such as MINISO and Skechers are investing in Cribbs.”
“Opening at Cribbs Causeway is an exciting step for MINISO UK as we continue to expand our presence nationwide. Cribbs’ dynamic and fast-growing customer base makes it the ideal location for our next store, and we’re delighted to bring our fun, pop culture products to such a vibrant retail destination. We’ve created a joyful, imaginative space designed to appeal to Gen Z and Alpha, while also welcoming Millennial families, and we can’t wait to welcome shoppers through our doors.”
Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer, MINISO UK
Saad Usman, Chief Operating Officer, MINISO UK
