Orchard Square facts for kids
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Orchard Square, with the Wheel of Sheffield (now removed) visible in the background
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| Location | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England |
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| Coordinates | 53°22′54″N 1°28′13″W / 53.381719°N 1.470363°W |
| Opening date | 1987 |
| Owner | London & Associated Properties plc |
| No. of stores and services | 27 |
| No. of floors | 2 |
Orchard Square is a fun outdoor shopping area in Sheffield, England. It first opened its doors in 1987. Here, you can find many different shops and places to eat. Some well-known stores include Schuh, Clarks, Waterstone's (a bookshop with its own coffee spot), Subway, The Body Shop, and TK Maxx. You can also find unique places like Sheffield Creative Guild, a hair salon called La Coupe, and Michael Spencer Jewellers.
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What Makes Orchard Square Special?
The Amazing Clock
The most eye-catching part of Orchard Square is its special chiming clock. This clock has moving figures that show the history of Sheffield's famous cutlery trade. It's a cool way to learn about the city's past while you shop!
A Fresh New Look
To celebrate its 21st birthday, Orchard Square got a big makeover. This update helped the TK Maxx store become much bigger. It now has three levels and covers about 45,000 sq ft (4,200 m2)! The new look was finished in October 2008, and the shops were ready for customers just before Christmas that year.
Get Your VIP Card!
Orchard Square has a special customer loyalty card called the VIP Card. It's super easy to get one! You can sign up on the Orchard Square website or fill out a form at the centre. Just look for the collection box near the toilets by Waterstone's.
This VIP card isn't about earning points. Instead, you just show your card at participating stores to get cool discounts. VIP card holders also get to enter fun competitions regularly. It's a great way to save money and enjoy extra perks!
A Glimpse into History
Orchard Square is built on a site with a rich past. It used to be where John Brown & Co. had their steel works. This company grew to be one of the biggest steel businesses before it became part of a national company. Later, another part of their old factory site became the huge Meadowhall Shopping Centre.
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The logo for Orchard Square
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Orchard Square, with the Wheel of Sheffield (now removed) visible in the background
