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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Donald Erskine

Huge queues in Glasgow Central for new 'global sensation's' store opening

HUGE queues snaked through Glasgow Central Station on Friday morning ahead of the opening of a "global sensation's" new store.

MINISO, whose first spot opened in June at Braehead Shopping Centre, have now opened their location in the city's busiest train station.

The global retailer - which sells toys, homeware, figurines, plushies and viral blind boxes - welcomed its first customers at noon today in the station.

The first shoppers walked away with a £25 goodie bag and were buzzing to visit the shop.

Queues for Miniso opening in Glasgow Central(Image: Newsquest)

One dedicated fan in the queue said they'd been there "for a good while" and that they were "so excited to get inside and see what toys and trinkets they could get."

People of all ages were in the queue, hoping to get their hands on exclusive items that they said "they can't get anywhere else."

This location will be the second for the company in the area, after the success of its Braehead Shopping Centre unit. They also have another location in Edinburgh.

After its opening in June, hundreds of customers queued to get inside the venue.

A sneak peek inside the store(Image: Newsquest)

The retailer had announced the store on social media just last week, they said: "On Instagram, the firm announced: "Hiya, Glasgow. Mark your calendars.

"Our brand-new MINISO store opens its doors at noon on Friday, September 26, in Glasgow Central Station.

"Discover a world full of colour, cuteness, and joy – from Sanrio, Disney, One Piece and more! Whether you’re after cuddly plushies, unique lifestyle finds, yummy snacks, or exciting collabs, there’s something waiting just for you."

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