Hamleys Bring Magic To Manchester
Hamleys, the world famous toy shop, is opening a new store at Manchester airport, Terminal 2, on Thursday 16th November 2006.
The 500 square foot space (formerly a Bijoux Terner store) has been re-fitted to contain more than 300 types of gifts and toys, including a wide range of classic favourites, such as Hamleys’ own soft toys and bears, pre-school toys, family and travel games, outdoor activities, educational toys and arts and crafts.
From travelling Dads looking for presents for the kids to parents wanting to keep children amused on holiday, Hamleys provides something for everyone! Not to mention those who want to combine their travelling with Christmas shopping.
Paul Currie, Trading Director at Hamleys, says: “We are delighted to be bringing the magic of Hamleys to such a great city. The customer feedback on our stores at Heathrow and Stansted has been terrific and I look forward to the same in Manchester. We have received a thoroughly warm Mancunian welcome and we’ re excited that the response to our opening has been so positive. This is a fantastic and vibrant city and we can’t wait to be part of the action!
"Hamleys has an international reputation for quality and innovation and provides a great offering for both business and leisure travellers. The team is very excited about being up and running."
He adds: “Opening the store in plenty of time for Christmas means we can offer those travelling out of Manchester airport a fantastic range of gifts and presents to buy family and friends.”
Andrew Harrison, Manchester Airport’s commercial director, said: “The Hamleys brand is recognised around the world as one of the finest retailers of children’s toys.
“We’re really pleased that they have chosen Manchester Airport above any other location as the place to open their first store in the North West.”