The opening date for a new M&S store in Glasgow has been revealed.

After we previously reported that signs had gone up in an empty retail unit at Queen Street train station, ScotRail has now confirmed that the M&S Food store will open on Thursday, February 9.

The store occupies a 131sqm space next to the Dundas Street entrance of the station and has been designed to accommodate people coming to and from the station who can easily pick up a quick bite and some food to go. 

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Margaret Hoey, ScotRail's general manager at Glasgow Queen Street, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Marks & Spencer into Glasgow Queen Street, and I know our customers are equally excited about the opening of the new M&S Food outlet.

“Whether people are travelling for business or leisure, M&S offer a fantastic range of products for all.

“Providing customers with high-quality retail is key to the railway’s continued recovery from the pandemic and will enhance our customers’ experience.”

The store, operated by franchise partner WHSmith, will be open from 6.30am to 10pm from Monday to Saturday, and from 7am to 10pm on Sundays.

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While it is the latest retailer to open at Queen Street, ScotRail has more stores in the pipeline for the station which has been recently redeveloped. 

Spencer Sheen, WHSmith Business Development Director, said: “We are delighted to be opening this new M&S Food store, providing passengers in Queen Street station with a quick and convenient food offer, complemented by great service.

"We very much look forward to welcoming customers into the store from this week.”

 

David Phillpot, M&S Franchise Trading Director, added: “We’re pleased to be bringing trusted-value M&S Food to hungry travellers.

"Offering all our iconic favourites, whether it’s quality lunches and snacks, delicious dinner options or hand-picked bouquets for a loved one, this M&S Food store is another great reason to be visiting Queen Street station.”