I think the problem with (UK) retail parks is that they're all large and chain owned units. My point is that not far from me there is a farm that chose to conv

I think the problem with (UK) retail parks is that they're all large and chain owned units. My point is that not far from me there is a farm that chose to convert itself into a retail park of sorts. The tenants are limited by size, and the owners chose a couple of food places, a butchers, bakers, and grocers. All independents. Ironically everything a small town or village used to have. And business is roaring. There's clearly pent up demand for (perceived) quality and old-fashioned shops. I made a comment on another thread, but I think the UK planners should aim for this kind of thing, a smaller retail park with traditional (food) shops, not one massive supermarket. Basically almost a satellite 'village' around a typical town. I'd walk past a dozen Tescos for a decent butcher and baker where I live. Perhaps it's an age thing.