Retail competition launches for Edgware

As part of our £1.7 billion transformation of Edgware town centre, Ballymore is offering local organisations the chance to win free retail space at Broadwalk Shopping Centre. 

Led by SaveTheHighStreet.org, the initiative is perfect for budding entrepreneurs and established businesses looking for a fresh start. The prize includes not only a retail unit but also comprehensive, hands-on business support, all free of charge. 

Ballymore’s partnership with Places for London has set the wheels in motion for Edgware’s transformation into a vibrant, future-proofed urban centre, featuring thousands of new homes, green spaces, and employment opportunities. This unique opportunity will allow the winning business to thrive within Edgware’s revitalised hub, reaching a new community and becoming part of an evolving high street for an initial three months, with the opportunity to extend after.

Alex Schlagman, a Founding Partner of SaveTheHighStreet.org, says: “It’s time to turn vacant shops into incubators that attract, support and retain promising high street entrepreneurs. We’ve been seeing great successes with these projects in other areas and are excited to be working with so many forward-thinking local partners across the London Borough of Barnet to make ‘The Edgware Startup’ a reality this year.”

Ballymore’s redevelopment plan includes a new retail and transport hub, providing seamless access in and out of the centre and a stage for businesses to reach thousands of new visitors. With a £1.7 billion investment, we’re set to generate over 1,400 full-time jobs and £80m in local economic value upon completion. Simon Ryan, Developments Director at Ballymore says "The Edgware Start Up is an incredible opportunity designed to help local people get the break they need to thrive in business. 

“The competition is the latest initiative we've launched, ahead of our proposed £1.7bn investment into Edgware Town Centre, as testament to our commitment to Edgware and its future. The Edgware Start Up follows the launch of the Edgware Business Improvement District and a Community Fund for charitable groups and organisations. I look forward to seeing the entries and good luck to all the entrepreneurs out there!"

If you’re ready to be part of Edgware’s future and take your business to the next level, enter here.