Primark has opened a new store located at Lemon Quay, in Truro, Cornwall. The store, which was officially opened by the Mayor of Truro, Councillor Rob Nolan, is the first Primark in Cornwall. It showcases two floors of fashion over 34,400 sq ft of retail space and will create 187 new jobs. The opening brings the number of Primark stores in the UK to 174 and 321 for the company.
The store’s design and layout builds on Primark’s latest contemporary shop fit concept featuring the latest trends in women’s, men’s and children’s fashions including footwear, accessories as well as lingerie and homeware. Employees in ‘back of house’ enjoy open spaces that are filled with natural light and designed with modern features and comforts such as free Wi-Fi, a ‘Recharge café’ with a fully equipped kitchen area and bright décor. This space is designed to feel like a home away from home for employees.
Simon Gibbs, Director of Sales, UK, Primark, said: “We are delighted to open a new store in Truro. This is an important opening for Primark and we look forward to expanding our footprint and bringing the Primark brand to more customers.”
The Mayor of Truro, Councillor Rob Nolan, commented: “I am delighted to welcome Primark to Truro. More people have asked me ‘When is Primark opening?’ than any other issue in Truro. People will be coming to the City from all over Cornwall, and they are going to love this fabulous new store.”
Harry Pickering, Investment Manager for Schroder UK Real Estate Fund which owns Lemon Quay, said:
“We are thrilled that Cornwall’s first Primark has opened at Lemon Quay following much hard work to facilitate its arrival. Primark is a popular brand with shoppers and will be most welcome in Truro.”
