Exciting expansion plans for WHSmith and Toys R Us

  • WHSmith to open 17 new Toys R Us shop-in-shops this summer
  • 30 more locations to open in time for Christmas
  • First concessions to open on May 25th
  • WHSmith continues to invest in the UK high street

WHSmith has announced the opening of 17 new Toys R Us shop-in-shops across the UK this summer. This follows the successful launch of nine concessions last year. The first 17 locations include Fosse Park, Leicester and Guildford, Surrey. WHSmith plans to open another 30 locations in time for Christmas. The first concessions will open on May 25th in Fosse Park, Hereford, and Royal Leamington Spa. WHSmith’s high street managing director, Sean Toal, expressed excitement about the expansion and the company’s commitment to investing in the UK high street. This partnership with Toys R Us gives customers even more reasons to shop at WHSmith.

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