Shoppers at Gloucester Quays can now browse jars of retro sweets alongside designer glasses, as two new retailers open at the city’s outlet destination in March 2026.
Mr Simms Sweet Shop has launched in a 2,117 sq ft unit in the mall, becoming the brand’s third location in the south west.
Known for its traditional confectionery offering, alongside retro American candy, the store will add to the destination’s family-friendly appeal.
Also new to Gloucester Quays is Brand Eyewear, which has opened its first flagship store. The new 505 sq ft shop is described as introducing a concept which combined elements of a high-end opticians with accessible pricing.
Stocking brands including Ray-Ban, Oakley, Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani and DKNY, Brand Eyewear also features a lens bar, where customers can explore different lens options, coatings and materials.
The openings follow several new food and drink announcements at Gloucester Quays in 2026, including Banchina Italian, as well as Muse Brasserie Gloucester and COSMO Restaurant Group’s brand-new Umami, which is expected to open in summer 2026.
