With Earth Day around the corner, Angel Central is proud to partner with University of Westmister to showcase an exhibition that reflects on the theme of Planet vs. Plastics, advocating for widespread awareness on the health risk of plastics.

Earth Day is an annual event on 22nd April to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It has become an occasion to mark appreciation of the planet and warn of the unsustainable environmental degradation resulting from human activity.

Check out how we’re supporting Earth Day at Angel Central. Our latest installation is now live in the Piazza, and showcases some of the artworks by students at University of Westminster. Some of the artworks celebrate the Earth and the need to cherish it, while others focus directly upon the need to put the planet before plastics. Visit Angel Central now to see the winners on display.

CBRE Investment Management has announced KIKO Milano, the Italian cosmetics brand, is set to open a new store in Angel Central, the retail and leisure destination situated in the heart of Islington. This forms part of the brand’s rapid expansion plans across the UK and the continued strength of Angel Central in elevating its wider retail offer for visitors.

KIKO Milano will open an 818 sq ft unit at Angel Central later this month, adjacent to brands such as Rituals and MUJI, enhancing the beauty and skincare offer within the centre. It will stock the brand’s full product range, as well as offer in-store makeup services, delivering an experiential element for visitors. The store, which marks the brand’s fourth location in London, will be designed by Iosa Ghini and transcend the brand’s staple concept city format.

This announcement comes as Angel Central celebrates a Fitwel 2-star rating for the re-certification of the project this year, demonstrating CBRE Investment Management’s (CBRE IM’s) continued commitment to health and well-being across the physical, mental, and social aspects of the centre, its visitors, and its tenants.

Louisa Butters, Head of Retail Asset Management UK at CBRE Investment Management, commented: “KIKO Milano is a fantastic brand to add to our retail mix and responds to visitor appetite for more beauty and skincare which you can’t find anywhere else in the surrounding area. We are constantly looking at how we can elevate the centre to deliver even more for consumers, and extending our beauty offer is key to our overarching vision. We look forward to welcoming KIKO to the scheme
next month, with many other exciting openings on the horizon for this year.”

Paul Devin, Country Director of the UK and Ireland at KIKO Milano, also said: “As we continue our rapid expansion plans across the UK, our new store at Angel Central will mark a significant milestone for us. Islington has always been on our radar, and with Angel Central’s dedication to the community and its collaborative relationships with tenants, we are excited to be part of a thriving destination.”

CBRE and Colliers act for Angel Central, whilst Lightlease acted for KIKO Milano.
*Data obtained from ShopperTrak for the period of January to December 2023.

Free kids workshops with Little Angel Theatre

Angel Responsible Business Network is proudly supporting its community of B Corps during March. B Corp Month is an annual, global campaign showing the world how B Corps move forward, together. Because B CorpTM Certification isn’t a destination. It’s an invitation to join the journey to better business.

Certified B Corps are leaders in the global movement for an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy, measured by a company’s entire social and environmental impact. There are over 8,000 B Corps in the world, and companies that have achieved the certification include Patagonia, innocent drinks, Tony’s Chocolonely, and many more. In fact, there are over half a million people working for a B Corp, so it’s likely you know someone that works for a B Corp too.

Check out how we’re supporting B Corp month at Angel Central throughout March. Our installation is live until the 31st in the Piazza, and showcases incredible corporations in the local community making big social and environmental moves.

Free kids workshops with Little Angel Theatre

Mini Japanese Dishes at Wagamama

Start your culinary adventure with Wagamama’s mini Japanese dishes. Packed full of goodness and bursting with flavors, these dishes are sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters.

Crazy Golf Fun at Birdies

Take a swing at some crazy golf fun at Birdies! For just £8, you can enjoy crazy golf tickets plus a free soft drink. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon with the family.

Kids Eat Free at Northwood Sports Pub & Kitchen

Hungry after all the activities? Discover Northwood’s Kids eat free deal with the purchase of a full-priced adult meal. Take your pick from freshly made pizza, burgers, fish n chips or a simple pasta with tomato sauce or butter & parmesan. For dessert there’s Pip Organic fruit ice squeezers, ice cream or sticky toffee pudding, all washed down with a delicious Pip Organic juice.

Catch the latest blockbusters at VUE from just £2.49

Round off your day with some big screen entertainment at Vue’s Mini Mornings. With tickets starting from just £2.49 for both adult and child, it’s an affordable way to experience the latest movies with the whole family.

With such a variety of activities and offers available, Angel Central is the ultimate destination for family fun during the school holidays. Don’t miss out on the excitement — come and join in the fun today!

Film lovers in Islington will soon be able to experience the latest upgrades in big screen entertainment as Vue Islington announces its major refurbishment project is scheduled to reach completion in early 2024.

The 10-screen site located in the heart of Islington is seeing significant investment and undergoing a comprehensive refit that once complete will transform the site into a full recliner seating venue complete with a refurbished foyer incorporating the latest Coke Freestyle, Lavazza Coffee and Tango Ice Blast machines.

Set within Islington’s Angel Central, the eagerly awaited refurbishment will transform Vue Islington, with 788 luxury leather recliner seats that are capable of reclining fully back and come complete with a fold away tray and cup holder.

Customers can also enjoy improvements to the foyer, concourse and toilets areas, along with new digital displays that will showcase all of the latest blockbusters and promotional material in all their glory.

Manuk Asatryan, General Manager of Vue Islington, said: “We look forward to unveiling our new look site in the new year, showcasing the luxury refurb that has been underway.

“Our customers can expect to enjoy the very best in big screen entertainment including the latest blockbusters, classic titles and the best in live music, sport and theatre, all while they sit back and relax in our signature recliner seating. We look forward to reflecting the continually improving leisure offering here in Islington with these upgrades and providing even more reason to spend a day in the area.”

Louisa Butters, Head of Retail Asset Management UK at CBRE Investment Management, owners of Angel Central, added: “The co-investment to transform the Vue cinema is great news for the Angel Central community. The high quality, state-of-the-art experience being created will provide even more reasons to visit the centre, and complements the recent new additions to Angel Central’s offer and our significant investment in its refurbishment.”

Calling all lovebirds and friends gearing up for Valentine’s Day! With the big day just around the corner, we’ve got all the ingredients for a perfect Valentine’s celebration. Whether you’re planning a low-key date night or searching for the perfect gift, we’ve got you covered this Valentine’s Day at Angel Central.

Crazy Golf & Love Bug Cocktails at Birdies

Valentine’s Day Collection at Hotel Chocolat

Give a gift that says more than Happy Valentine’s Day. You know the ones. They know just what to say. They offer you their last chocolate. We all have those people who lift us up, make us smile. This year, give them a gift that says more than Happy Valentine’s Day; a gift from Hotel Chocolat that shows them what they mean to you.

Watch Mean Girls this Galentine’s Day at VUE

From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, MEAN GIRLS. New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George (Reneé Rapp) and her minions Gretchen (Bebe Wood) and Karen (Avantika). This new film at VUE Islington is the perfect screening for you and your gal pals this Galentine’s Day.

Enjoy Cocktails & Nacho Wednesdays at Northwood Sports Pub & Kitchen

Dive into nacho heaven every Wednesday at Northwood! Enjoy completely unlimited nachos for just £5 from 7-9pm. Why not make a meal out of it and treat yourself to Northwood’s scrumptious cocktails during their unmissable Happy Hour? You can find out more here.

Valentine’s Day Gifts by Rituals

Life isn’t perfect, but love can come pretty close. The essence of all good things, it’s the glue that connects us all. Celebrate its infinite power and share it with a gift. From your partner to your parents, spoil them silly this Valentines’ Day with Rituals.

With the New Year in full swing, our incredible community finds itself immersed in the spirit of Veganuary, a global movement encouraging individuals to embrace a plant-based lifestyle for the month of January. Nestled in the heart Islington is Angel Central, a shopping and dining haven that has become a hotspot for those seeking delectable vegan options. From the aromatic flavours of Wagamama to the health-conscious offerings at Itsu, Angel Central is the perfect place for plant-based enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.

Lion’s Mane ‘Steak’ Bulgogi at Wagamama

As we enter another year, Wagamama is inviting their guests to make small choices for big change. Whether that’s adding more movement into your day or resolving to eat more plants. And on that last one, they’ve got you covered.

To their 50% plant-based menu they welcome a new plant-powered bowl set to get even the most devout meat-eaters excited. Say hello to the new lion’s mane ‘steak’ bulgogi, available exclusively this January only.

Vegan Croissant at Pret

Whether you’re 100% plant-based, vegan-ish, or meat-free some days, Pret’s mission is to make meat-free food so good that it can be enjoyed by everyone. Who says you have to skip the treats in Veganuary? From croissants to brownies to muffins, now is the perfect time indulge in Pret’s vegan bakery at Angel Central.

Unbelievable Vegan* Sleekster by Hotel Chocolat

Everyone should be able to enjoy Hotel Chocolat’s glorious chocolate creations, with no compromises. That’s why their chocolatiers have created the Unbelievably Vegan* Sleekster. With a luxurious array of 33 unbelievably vegan* chocolates, it’s the perfect box for plant-based giftees, dark chocolate devotees, or those who just appreciate a cacao-rich, quality chocolate.

Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration has announced National Illustration Day, a new initative to celebrate the pictures that are essential to our lives and the people who make them.

To celebrate the very first National Illustration Day, Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration are setting up a pop-up illustration studio at Angel Central on Friday 24th – Sunday 26th November. Drop in and create your own illustration with Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration! No booking required, just drop in.

🗓️ Friday 24 November 2023
Drop in 11:00 – 16:00

🗓️ Saturday 25 November 2023
Drop in 12:00 – 16:00

🗓️ Sunday 26 November 2023
Drop in 12:00 – 16:00

(ID: Illustration of a big pencil with the text ‘I am an illustrator’, ‘#NationalIllustrationDay‘ and the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration logo.)