Timpson set to open at Cramlington shopping centre

British service retailer Timpson is set to open at new store at Manor Walks Shopping and Leisure in Cramlington, Northumberland.

The family-owned retailer will open at the scheme as part of a planned transition with The Cramlington Cobbler, following the retirement of the independent store’s owners.

Spanning 340 sq ft, the new Timpson store will be over three times the size of the previous 95 sq ft location, providing additional space for core services including shoe repairs, key cutting, engraving and watch repairs, as well as new offerings including dry cleaning and photo services, such as passport and other photo ID, photo processing and personalised gifts.

Laura Hopper, area manager at Timpson, said: “We’re really excited to be joining Manor Walks and becoming part of the Cramlington community. The Cramlington Cobbler has built up a fantastic reputation and a very loyal customer base over many years, so it’s important to us that we retain that local connection and continue to look after customers in the way they’re used to.”

He continued: “The new, larger shop will allow us to build on the services that customers already know and trust, while introducing a wider range of Timpson services. We’re really looking forward to opening the doors and welcoming both existing and new customers.”

Lee Farrier, head of commercial and workspace at Advance Northumberland, said: “Welcoming Timpson to Manor Walks is a positive addition to the centre and supports our wider strategy to strengthen the mix of retail and services available to customers. The arrival of an established national brand in a substantially larger space demonstrates continued confidence in Manor Walks and the opportunities the centre provides for retailers.”