Harvey Norman Opens New Department Store in Sutton Coldfield Today
The brand new Harvey Norman department store, often referred to as the 'Australian John Lewis', is officially opening its doors today, April 2, in Sutton Coldfield. This marks a significant retail addition to the town, bringing a wide range of products under one roof.
Grand Opening Celebration
Lachlan Roach, managing director of Harvey Norman, expressed his excitement about the launch. "I'm really excited to introduce our brand new store in our portfolio in Gracechurch, Sutton Coldfield," he said. The store will open at 11am today, with festivities including:
- 200 free cupcakes from Silver Tree Bakery for the first shoppers
- A marching band performance
- Store-wide great deals on items like TVs, mattresses, sofas, and dishwashers
Harvey Norman has teased the opening on social media, inviting customers to be among the first to explore the latest tech, appliances, furniture, and bedding from big brands.
Store Location and History
The new Harvey Norman store has moved into the former BHS premises at the top end of the Parade in the Gracechurch Centre. BHS vacated the site on August 22, 2016, nearly a decade ago. Since then, the location has been largely underutilized, with only temporary use by Direct Art Action, making this opening a revitalization of a long-dormant retail space.
First Look Inside
Insider photos and videos taken by BirminghamLive on April 1 offer a sneak peek into the large store, which sells everything from mattresses to TVs and kitchen appliances. This venture is one of the most notable retail openings in Sutton Coldfield in years, promising to enhance the local shopping experience.
Opening Hours
The store will operate with special hours for the Easter weekend:
- Easter Saturday: 9am to 6pm
- Easter Sunday: Closed
- Easter Monday: 10.30am to 4.30pm
Regular opening hours will then be:
- Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 6pm
- Saturdays: 9am to 6pm
- Sundays and Bank Holidays: 10.30am to 4.30pm
This opening is set to bring a fresh retail option to Sutton Coldfield, offering convenience and variety to local shoppers.



