FOUR new shops have been announced as the latest additions to open their doors in Peach Place square in Wokingham town centre.
The new shops will include Independent boutique Elle Won and national retailer Oliver Bonas, who will soon be bringing their high-end fashion and stylish designs for locals to purchase.
They will both be joined by Clintons Cards who will be returning to the town and dental practice Perfect Smile.
Councillor Charlotte Haitham, executive member for regeneration believes that the new square is proving to be a hit with residents.
She said: “Elle Won will be a fantastic addition to Wokingham with their fabulous range of designer shoes, handbags and accessories.
“Currently trading from their first branch in Caversham, Elle Won design all their own products with real attention to detail and high-quality materials. Elle Won also pride themselves on being a responsible brand and donate 5 per cent of their profits to charitable causes."
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Oliver Bonas will also be providing a range of fashion, accessories and homewares to locals.
Cllr Haitham added: “Local design lovers will also be pleased to welcome national brand Oliver Bonas who will be opening their new store in Peach Street.
“Their team of designers believe that design has the power to positively affect how people feel and channel this passion into creating great new designs with a fresh look.”
It is hoped that the square will give Wokingham a good future.
Cllr Haitham, said: “As a council we’ve always been confident in the town centre and what it can achieve and have put a lot of work into giving it a bright future. New businesses like these reinforce this.
“We are already seeing lots more people come to town to visit the new shops at Peach Place and the improved Market Place and there is a real buzz in the air around the town. With the new park and destination play area set to open soon Wokingham really is the place to come this summer.”
The new Aldi store will also be opening in Elms Field next Thursday, July 11.
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