Topshop Makes Landmark Return to UK High Streets Through John Lewis Partnership
In a significant revival for British fashion retail, Topshop is set to return to high streets across the United Kingdom this week. The iconic brand will launch in 32 John Lewis department stores on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marking a major comeback after shutting its last standalone shops in 2021.
A Strategic Partnership for High Street Revival
This expansion is part of a strategic partnership between Topshop and John Lewis, positioning John Lewis as the exclusive nationwide store partner for the brand. The move represents a key step in Topshop's mission to reconnect with shoppers in physical locations, offering accessible fashion with a distinctive British edge.
Peter Ruis, Managing Director of John Lewis, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, "Bringing Topshop and Topman back to high streets across the UK is a landmark moment, and we are thrilled to be their only nationwide store partner. It's the ultimate proof of our strategy: offering the most-loved brands alongside the unwavering trust of our brand promise."
He added, "I grew up with these incredible brands. They have defined our high streets, bringing edge and accessibility with an iconic British lens."
Commitment to Fashion Accessibility and Quality
Michelle Wilson, Managing Director at Topshop, highlighted the importance of this partnership, saying, "We're excited to partner with John Lewis, a trusted name in British retail, to bring Topshop and Topman to high streets across the country. This partnership is a key step in our mission to bring the best of fashion to everyone, engaging with shoppers in real life and delivering the style and quality they expect from our brands."
The return of Topshop to physical stores is expected to boost footfall and revitalize high street shopping experiences, offering consumers a blend of contemporary fashion and trusted retail service.
Full List of 32 John Lewis Stores Featuring Topshop
Topshop products will be available at the following John Lewis locations from Tuesday, February 17:
- Glasgow, Scotland
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Newcastle
- Leeds
- Liverpool
- Trafford, Manchester
- Cheadle, Manchester
- Cardiff, Wales
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Leicester, Leicestershire
- Solihull, West Midlands
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- Norwich, Norfolk
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
- Welwyn, Hertfordshire
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Chelmsford, Essex
- Cribbs Causeway, Bristol
- Exeter, Devon
- Oxford, Oxfordshire
- High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
- Reading, Berkshire
- Bluewater, Kent
- Horsham, West Sussex
- Southampton, Hampshire
- Brent Cross, London
- Stratford, London
- Canary Wharf, London
- Oxford Street, London
- Peter Jones, London
- White City, London
- Kingston, London
This nationwide rollout underscores a renewed focus on high street retail, combining Topshop's fashion expertise with John Lewis's established presence to create a compelling shopping destination for consumers across the UK.
