Søstrene Grene and Bread Ahead open in Hertfordshire

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 16 Oct, 05:02 · Archive

Danish homeware retailer Søstrene Grene has opened in Welwyn Garden City, with a bakery brand Bread Ahead launching in Harpenden.

Søstrene Grene, a Danish retailer of homeware, kitchenware, arts and crafts, has opened its new store at the Howard Centre in Welwyn Garden City. The opening drew queues of customers eager to browse the shop's offerings.

Store manager Ieva said the shop appeals to a wide audience. 'Søstrene Grene is a shop where anyone can come in and find something that they might like because we've got such a wide variety of products,' she said. The Welwyn Garden City store is part of the brand's expansion into Hertfordshire, with a store already operating in St Albans and another expected to open soon in Hitchin.

Meanwhile, Bread Ahead, a bakery brand known for its doughnuts and popular on social media, has launched on Harpenden High Street. The 2,500 square foot site includes a bakery, baking school and all-day dining space serving breakfast, brunch and coffee from 7am to 6pm. Manager Emese Dombai Szucs reported that the opening day was busier than expected, saying the shop had run out of almost everything and that it had been 'hectic - and very fun'.

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In this story: Søstrene Grene · Bread Ahead · Welwyn Garden City · Harpenden · St Albans · Hitchin · Howard Centre · Hertfordshire

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