Hammerson buys 'Knightsbridge of the North' The retail property developer bought the shopping centre, home to luxury stores such as Harvey Nichols and Louis Vuitton, from Kennedy Wilson. David Atkins, chief executive of Hammerson, said the purchase of the Victoria Quarter would complement the company's Eastgate Quarters development in Leeds. "Victoria Quarter is a retail landmark in Leeds, and our ownership of the scheme will help us to develop a comprehensive retail offer for Eastgate Quarters and expand the luxury and aspirational retail offer for the city," said Mr Atkins. Hammerson wants to expand its presence in Leeds and the luxury retail market. Hammerson shares traded down slightly in early trading and at 12:15GMT were quoted at 459.1p, down 0.95pc.