ALENTO LOUNGE OPENS IN FLEET HIGH STREET

LCP, the national commercial property and investment company, has welcomed Alento Lounge to its retail parade in Fleet, Hampshire.

Part of the Loungers group, which also operates Cosy Club, Alento Lounge has opened at 162, Fleet Road, after agreeing a 15-year lease with LCP.

The 8,627 sq ft unit forms part of a parade of four shops with tenants including Premiere Coffee, Blacks Outdoor Retail Ltd., Pets Corner, which is owned and managed by LCP, opposite Hart Shopping Centre.

It offers an all-day menu, serving a broad range of food and drink all day, every day, including gluten-free and vegan standalone menus.

Alex Reilley, Chairman of Loungers plc, said: “We are delighted to be bringing Loungers to Fleet. Our Lounges strive to put community at the heart of hospitality, and our teams go the extra mile to make a difference. They are actively encouraged to connect with their communities by working with local groups, charities, organisations and businesses that are at the heart of the fabric of local life. We are very much looking forward to welcoming the Fleet community to Alento Lounge.”

George Kearney, Asset Manager at LCP, said: “We’ve been working closely with the Loungers group to bring this deal over the line and we are pleased that we’ll be welcoming Alento Lounge to our portfolio in Fleet Road.

“It’s a great addition to the high street, adding a welcome leisure destination to this busy and well-used retail area. We’re now fully let, too, which is great news for local shoppers.”

This is the second venue the Loungers group has signed with LCP in just a few weeks. It has also agreed a 15-year lease for the former Square Inn, Gwent Square, Cwmbran Centre, Wales.

Nick Reeve of Churchod and Co was LCP’s agent. In-house solicitor Amy James completed the deal.