Liverpool ONE Celebrates Welcoming Over One Hundred Million Visitors Since 2008

Liverpool, United Kingdom, October 06, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Liverpool ONE, a large shopping and leisure destination in the heart of Liverpool, reached a significant milestone in August when it welcomed its one hundred millionth visitor.

Recently voted Large Visitor Attraction of the Year at the Liverpool City Region Annual Tourism Awards 2012, Liverpool ONE has been attracting growing numbers of visitors since it opened in 2008.

Based on information gathered by footfall counters, the milestone visitor number was reached at around 1pm on Wednesday 15th August 2012. Liverpool ONE also revealed that its footfall figures surpass the national average by 4% for the year to date.

Chris Bliss, Estates Director at Liverpool ONE said: “We know that we attract a high volume of visitors to Liverpool ONE, but to reach this milestone is fantastic example of our success in Liverpool and the Northwest. We are all extremely proud.”

Average weekly footfall through Liverpool ONE is around 500,000 with South John Street responsible for the highest percentage. Events including piano festival Tickle the Ivories and The Beach on Chavasse Park contributed to visitor numbers throughout the summer.

For more information about Liverpool ONE, visit their website at www.liverpool-one.com/

About Liverpool ONE:
Liverpool ONE is the North West’s premier shopping and leisure destination. Located in the heart of Liverpool, it covers 1.65 million sq ft, which includes over 160 shops, over 20 restaurants and bars, a 5 acre park and a 14 screen cinema. Opening in 2008, Liverpool ONE is the largest open air shopping and leisure destination in the UK and features some of the best shopping in Liverpool, with shops such as John Lewis and Debenhams.

Contact:
Laura Houghton
Liverpool ONE
5 Wall Street
Liverpool, UK
Zip: L1 8JQ
Tel: 0151 232 3100
Email: enquiries@liverpool-one.com