Yesterday (17 July), Scottish convenience retailer Scotmid officially opened the doors to its new store in Fountainbridge, Edinburgh metres from the original headquarters of the former St Cuthbert’s Co-operative.
The 4,000 sq.ft. store marks a return to the “heart of a community where Scotmid’s journey began more than 165 years ago,” it said.
The new store has also created 26 new jobs for the local area and offers an enhanced customer experience with a wide range of fresh and frozen products, everyday essentials. and locally sourced Scottish produce.
The food to go services at the store have also been expanded, including freshly prepared baguettes, hot breakfasts, salad bowls, Big Al’s burgers, pizzas, and hot chicken, as well as Costa Coffe, Tanpopo sushi and more.
Opening day festivities included goodie bags for the first 50 customers and three hidden golden tickets offering special prizes. Scotmid also hosted an event in partnership with Re-Union Canal Boats, a local social enterprise. Guests enjoyed a relaxing canal cruise through Fountainbridge, celebrating Scotmid’s past and future in the area.
Karen Scott, Scotmid chief executive, said of the launch: “This new store marks a milestone for Scotmid. Not only does it serve the needs of a vibrant community but also reconnects us with our roots, as Fountainbridge was where we originated in 1859. We’re delighted to invest in Fountainbridge and offer fresh choice, value, and convenience.”
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