A new Marks & Spencer Foodhall is opening in Elephant and Castle this week, bringing more than 60 jobs to the area.
The fresh market-style store, set to open its doors on Thursday, November 12, will be located at 2-4 Ragstone Street and marks one of the first retail openings in the new £500 million town centre development known as The Elephant.
The store will offer a broad range of M&S Food, from everyday essentials to grab-and-go lunch and dinner options, along with the latest product launches.
It features an in-store bakery, flower and wine sections, and fresh produce sourced from M&S Select Farms.
The Elephant forms part of the second phase of the wider £1.5 billion regeneration of the area, which will include new homes, workspaces, and retail spaces.
The development aims to bring new life to the area and provide enhanced amenities for both residents and visitors.
In addition to creating over 60 local jobs, the store has welcomed two new employees through M&S’s Not Just Any Career training scheme.
The initiative is designed to help more young people build skills and confidence through retail.
The store manager, Trudy Dupres, said: “The team and I are busy putting the finishing touches to the store and we can’t wait to start serving customers.”
She added: “We will have a fantastic range of products available for customers and our focus is on delivering the exceptional quality, trusted value, and that touch of M&S magic we’re known for.”
It is the latest big retail opening in the capital, following the £2.7 million Wetherspoons pub opening at Piccadilly Circus next week, while a health club in Orpington has received a £128,000 upgrade.
