Danish lifestyle brand Søstrene Grene will officially open its first store in Carlisle on Friday 21 November. The new location at 26–40 English Street will mark the latest UK expansion for the popular homewares retailer, offering shoppers a wide selection of seasonal decor, crafts, interiors and thoughtful gifts in time for Christmas.
Established for its calming store layouts and Scandinavian design, Søstrene Grene brings a distinctive retail experience to Carlisle, reflecting its global identity across more than 370 stores worldwide. The new store will be the brand’s 65th in the UK, and its debut in Cumbria.
Group CEO and co-owner Mikkel Grene said: “We’re excited to bring the Scandinavian serenity of Søstrene Grene to Carlisle during festivities, where customers can discover our wide range of affordable, inspiring products. Every visit is supposed to offer the visitor a little break, surprises and the chance to explore a touch of ‘hygge’ within the world of Søstrene Grene.”
The new store’s launch will add to Carlisle’s festive retail line-up and is expected to attract strong footfall. The opening also includes live performances and seasonal refreshments, marking the occasion in Søstrene Grene’s signature style.
Jonathan Cooper, North England Country Manager, added: “We are delighted to finally share the Grand Opening date for our Carlisle store and the timing couldn’t be better as we head into the festive season. This marks an exciting milestone for us as we continue to grow Søstrene Grene’s presence across the UK.
We’ve had an amazing response to the announcement of our Carlisle store, which we know will make a fantastic addition to Carlisle’s retail line-up. It’s set to be a celebration not to be missed and we can’t wait to welcome shoppers on opening morning to experience a Scandinavian Christmas with us.”
The new store reflects Søstrene Grene’s growing presence in high street and shopping centre locations across the UK, with a retail model designed to offer inspiration, tranquillity and functional beauty through every product.
