The new year may already feel like a distant memory, but there was nothing forgettable about the top-tier coverage we secured for our clients in January and February. We kicked off 2026 at pace, landing standout coverage far and wide. Here’s the lowdown:
2026 marked the start of a major new chapter for Trinity Leeds, as plans were announced for a £15 million food, drink and music venue expansion. Led by entertainment operator Freight Island, the plans will see the existing Trinity Kitchen more than double in size, bringing new food traders, live entertainment and a stylish new outdoor roof terrace to the city.
The announcement generated strong media interest, landing standout coverage in Time Out and The Sun, alongside widespread anticipation across Leeds titles including Leeds+, The Hoot and the Yorkshire Evening Post.
For cooker brand Belling, we delivered strong product placement across lifestyle titles including Your Home and The English Home, and secured the ‘Best Double Oven’ accolade in a Trusted Reviews Best Oven round-up.
Harrison Spinks achieved a Daily Mail double whammy, with its expert advice on better sleep featured both online and in print, showcasing the brand’s sleep expertise to a national audience, complemented by coverage in home title Kitchens, Bedrooms & Bathrooms.
On a winning streak is our Divine team, who in January secured a (sweet) spot in My Weekly’s ‘in our basket’ feature – a guide to the best supermarket picks.
Lighting firm, 4lite, started 2026 bright, with a spot on Gardeners’ World list of ‘best solar lights in 2026’. The brand’s Antheia LED Decorative Spike light scored 4.9 stars out of 5 stars and secured polling position as a Gardeners’ World ‘best buy’.
Last, but not least, Bluewater shopping centre celebrated expansion news with the opening of fashion giant Stradivarius in February. The new store added to the centre’s diverse retail offering and gained national attention in titles including Express and Insider Media.
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