First Scottish Haribo store set to open this summer in Glasgow

Scotland’s first Haribo store is set to open this summer in Glasgow.

Silverburn shopping centre will play host to the outlet, which will be the 12th UK store and the most northerly in the world.

The store will include a pick ‘n’ mix station, flavours from around Europe and exclusive merchandise.

Haribo operates two UK-based manufacturing plants, in Pontefract and Castleford in Yorkshire, and employs over 700 people across their factories and retail sites.

Founded in 1920 in Bonn, Germany the brand takes its name from that of the founder Hans Riegel Senior and the town: Hans Rigel Bonn.

Announcing the store, Rebecca Fox, head of retail at Haribo UK, shared: “We’re so excited to be opening our first Haribo retail store in Scotland.

“It’s something we’ve wanted to do for a while, so it’s a dream come true to share the news with our fans – especially those based in Scotland.

“We can’t wait for our Goldbear mascot to cut the ribbon to open our Haribo store in Silverburn.”

David Pierotti, general manager of Silverburn said: “We’re looking forward to bringing the happy world of Haribo to our guests when Scotland’s first Haribo store opens here at Silverburn later this year.

“With its ‘Pick Your Mix’ station and exotic range of sweets, this latest addition brings an exciting new flavour to our ever-growing retail, leisure and dining offer, and it will be a real treat for our visitors.”