Harvey Norman Opens in Sutton Coldfield with Music and Free Treats
The Australian department store Harvey Norman has officially opened its doors in Sutton Coldfield, drawing large crowds of eager shoppers to the Gracechurch Shopping Centre. The grand opening event, held on Thursday, April 2, featured a lively brass band and sweet treats to celebrate the occasion.
Grand Opening Attracts Dozens of Shoppers
Dozens of shoppers queued up early on Thursday morning to be among the first to explore the new Harvey Norman store. The store opened at 11am, with the first 200 visitors receiving a free cupcake as a special thank you for their patience and enthusiasm. The atmosphere was vibrant, with a brass band performing outside to keep spirits high as customers waited in line.
Store Location and History
The new Harvey Norman store is located in the Gracechurch Shopping Centre, a site familiar to many Sutton Coldfield residents as the former home of BHS, which vacated the premises in August 2016. For nearly ten years, the unit remained largely unused, except for a brief period occupied by Direct Act Action. Now, it has been revitalized as a bustling retail space offering a wide range of products.
Product Range and Store Hours
Harvey Norman stocks an extensive variety of items all under one roof, including technology, furniture, home appliances, and bedding. The store's opening hours are as follows:
- Monday to Friday: 9:30am to 6pm
- Saturday: 9am to 6pm
- Sunday and Bank Holidays: 10:30am to 4:30pm
For the upcoming Easter weekend, the store will be open from 9am to 6pm on Easter Saturday, closed on Easter Sunday, and open from 10:30am to 4:30pm on Easter Monday.
Other Locations and Community Impact
For residents closer to Merry Hill, Harvey Norman has another store in England located inside the Black Country shopping centre. The opening of this new Sutton Coldfield location marks a significant addition to the local retail landscape, providing shoppers with more options and contributing to the area's economic vitality.
