UK. Lagardère Travel Retail is set to open a Discover London store in London Gatwick Airport South Terminal this December.
Discover London will showcase a curated assortment of British brands and locally sourced products from Sussex, celebrating local craftsmanship and heritage. The store aims to offer travellers an elevated gifting experience that blends national labels with authentic regional finds. It will occupy a 94sq m retail space.
A second Discover London shop is due in the second quarter of 2026.
The concept follows the introduction of LEGO stores in both the North and South terminals earlier this year. Together, these openings underline the deepening collaboration between Lagardère Travel Retail and London Gatwick, centred on delivering innovative, sense of place experiences.
Lagardère Travel Retail UK & Ireland CEO Peter Newbould commented, “We are thrilled to expand our partnership with London Gatwick Airport through the upcoming opening of Discover London.
“Following the success of the LEGO stores in both the North and South terminals, this next step marks another exciting milestone in our journey at London Gatwick Airport.
“Discover London will bring a premium gifting concept to passengers and reflects our long-term commitment to enhancing the travel retail experience.
“We are working hard to bring the very best and most locally relevant products, especially from the Sussex region, to highlight its rich heritage and ensure our passengers remain engaged and delighted every time they travel.”
London Gatwick Senior Retail Operations Manager Jack Howe added, “We are pleased to continue strengthening our partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail.
“The addition of Discover London will further enrich the retail offer at London Gatwick, building on the success of the LEGO stores, providing passengers with another unique shopping experience and showcasing some of the fantastic produce from Sussex and the wider region.” ✈
