For people in London, BOXPARK needs little introduction. After all, they now have four site scattered across the city (Croydon, Shoreditch, Wembley, and – most recently – Camden), and have even ventured up north, having opened a site in Liverpool.
But, while their latest plan is yet another London venture, they’re stepping away from their tried-and-tested shipping container setup, and dipping their toe in a whole new concept.
“BOXHALL” is set to open inside the restored Edwardian shopping arcade, Metropolitan Arcade, near Liverpool Street. This idea had first been announced for a space in Bristol, but this marks the concept’s first move to the capital. It was originally due to open in the summer of 2023, but will now be swinging open its doors in the spring of 2025, instead. Better late than never, I suppose…
BOXPARK has agreed a 15-year lease with Places for London (TfL’s property company), who are the site’s freehold owners. Alongside the hefty 14,000 square-foot arcade, the site also features a 3,000 square-foot roof terrace, boasting panoramic views of the city.
The food hall will house 13 fully fitted kitchen units alongside two internal bars. The food on offer will follow the same idea (and deliciously high standards) that we’ve come to expect from the BOXPARK venues. Plus, there will be plenty of quality tank and draught beers on hand to wash the grub down. BOXHALL are currently seeking applications for food and drink partners, with 13 spaces available.
Aiming to create a ‘contemporary casual’ food hall, BOXHALL have partnered with Macaulay Sinclair – the design geniuses behind the likes of Hawksmoor and Dishoom.
Ben McLaughlin, COO at BOXPARK, said, “We have seen immense success with our award-winning BOXPARK concept, and are incredibly proud to have played a role in the success and growth of a huge number of our popular street food brands.
“Now, we are excited to see similar success with our BOXHALL City destination. Unlike our BOXPARK sites, BOXHALL City will re-animate a historic slice of London – an Edwardian shopping arcade – with a unique mix of dining and drink experiences for discerning foodies. We want to partner with visionary people who are passionate about the art of food and drink, and who champion quality ingredients.
“With its unparalleled location by Liverpool Street, its attractive, historical setting, and our unwavering commitment to finding the best that London’s food and drink scene has to offer, we’ve no doubt that BOXHALL City will fast become Londoners’ favourite foodie escape when it opens next spring.”
Find out more about BOXHALL here.