"we are very happy to be here" - See inside The Entertainer as it opens the doors in Gunwharf Quays

The Entertainer opened in Gunwharf Quays on Friday, December 5 at 10am with the new store located on Canalside next to the Pompey Store. Shoppers are now able to get their hands on brands such as LEGO, Barbie and Paw Patrol, with the store offering an extra 20 per cent off all toys when spending £40 or more - while stocks last.

Mike, a learning and development specialist at The Entertainer, said: “We have got some fantastic product ranges, some exclusive to the entertainer, and we also have some well known and loved brands such as The Early Learning Centre, Mattel, Hot Wheels, Hasbro.”

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Ahead of the opening, a queue of shoppers formed with the toy store drawing a crowd. Mike said: “The reaction has been fantastic so far, we have not had customers stop coming in, the queues have been out of the door. People have been really happy saying its the first time a toy shop has been at Gunwharf Quays and they are very pleased we are here.

“We have some great offers on in store so hopefully customers keep coming and love shopping with us because we are very happy to be here.”

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When the store opening was announced, Yvonne Clay, centre director at Gunwharf Quays, said: “As one of the UK’s best-loved toy retailers, we are delighted to welcome The Entertainer to Gunwharf Quays, further enhancing our family-friendly offering.

“Opening in time for the festive season, guests will be able to explore an extensive range of toys and gifts, making the new store a perfect addition for Christmas shopping at Gunwharf Quays.”

See inside The Entertainer in the pictures below: