Luxury chocolate shop to open in UK city on May 28
The chocolate maker already has an existing store in the city's Manchester Arndale Centre and the new addition will mark its 30th location in the UK.
A world-famous Swiss chocolatier is opening a new store in the UK later this month. Lindt & Sprüngli will launch its latest Chocolate Shop at Manchester's Trafford Centre on Thursday, May 28. The chocolate maker already has an existing store in the city's Manchester Arndale Centre and the new addition will mark its 30th location in the UK.
Visitors to the 1,200 sq ft store can indulge their sweet tooth at Lindt's Pick & Mix station, featuring 34 different chocolate varieties. This includes exclusive flavours alongside classic favourites like Choco Wafer, Popcorn, Cherry Blossom, Marc du Champagne, Stracciatella, and Giandujotto. You'll also find a curated range of gifts which can be customised with gift tags and bespoke ribbons by Lindt’s expert gifting concierge team.
MyLindt Rewards members can also enjoy rewards and special offers in store and online, as well as a welcome perk of 10% off their first purchase.
With summer approaching, customers will also be able to enjoy Lindt's latest launches in store, from Lindt Tokyo Style Chocolate Matcha and Strawberry bar exclusive to Lindt stores and crafted with ceremonial grade Chamei Minami matcha, and Lindt Lindor Cherry Blossom, a delicate Sakura-flavoured truffle, Manchester Evening News (MEN) reports.
The store will mark the opening with treats for its new regulars, as well as goodie bags for the first 250 who make a minimum purchase of £15.
Faythe King, retail, D2C and ecommerce director said: “We’re thrilled to be opening our 30th Lindt Chocolate Shop to bring the exquisite taste of Lindt to one of the nation’s major shopping destinations.
"Visitors can enjoy a premium chocolate paradise with a feast for all the senses and unique offerings from our exclusive Pick & Mix flavours and personalised gifts for that extra special touch, only available in store.
Opening just in time to explore our irresistible limited-edition products for spring summer!”
Kate Pearson, director of portfolio leasing at Trafford Centre’s asset managers, Pradera, said: “We are pleased to welcome Lindt to the dynamic mix of retailers at Trafford Centre with its new boutique store.
"It will deliver a distinctive chocolate experience to the scheme, showcasing Lindt’s renowned range of premium chocolates and beautifully curated gifting options, perfect for customers to explore and enjoy.”
