TOP OF THE SHOPS - GRETNA GATEWAY AWARDED 5 STAR STATUS
Gretna Gateway Outlet Village has been awarded the top accolade of a 5 Star Tourist Shop rating following a recent visit by officials from Scotland's national tourism body, VisitScotland.
The award is a great start to the year for Gretna Gateway, which has been enjoying record numbers of visitors since the completion of the £8 million second phase of the development. The Outlet Village now features 59 units including some of the world's leading fashion and high street brands such as LK Bennett, TAG Heuer, Episode, Reebok and Marks & Spencer.
It was first awarded 5 star status in 2001. Following the latest inspection last month, Gretna Gateway was again praised for its high standard of service and facilities, as well as its customer service, pleasant open-air environment and excellent signage.
Peter Gardner, General Manager at Gretna Gateway Outlet Village said; "We're delighted that Gretna Gateway has maintained its 5 star status following our major expansion. In addition to local shoppers who are extremely important to us, passing trade from tourists is a critical element of our success and we are confident that achieving five star tourist shop status will continue to encourage more visitors to come to Gretna Gateway. We'd like to thank all of the staff involved with the upkeep and smooth running of the outlet village for their vital contribution towards this important accolade."
Gretna Gateway is open from 10am-6pm seven days a week.