Rough Trade is opening a new 6500sq ft store in Liverpool, with a dedicated event space.
Based on Hanover Street, it will become the brand’s 6th UK store and also its largest.
“We are excited to grow our UK presence with a store in Liverpool. The city has such a rich musical heritage as well as a vibrant scene right now which we hope to honour and represent in the best way we can,” explained Lawrence Montgomery, Managing Director at Rough Trade.
“The scale (both size and ambition) of the store shows our commitment and investment to the city. We can’t wait to delight customers in the record store and venue in due course.”
The expansion follows a period of growth for the independent retailer, which has tripled its UK vinyl market share in the last 5 years.
Set to open shortly, it has partnered with London brands, Signature Brew and Dark Arts to feature a “fully stocked” bar and cafe.
As well as its own events programme, it has also joined forces with Content to host out-store shows inside its brand new state of the art venue space in the heart of the city.
Rough Trade is also partnering with Sound City Liverpool for 2024.
