M&S opened its first stall in Bristol back in 1900 and, later, its huge Broadmead department store in 1952. That’s the same year Elizabeth II became queen, and it’d last almost as long as her reign, only closing in January 2022—it’s since been replaced by the ‘department store with a difference’, Sparks.
But M&S couldn’t be kept away from the city centre for long. Last year, it unveiled plans to replace House of Fraser in Cabot Circus with a three-level location offering M&S Food, Fashion, Home & Beauty. The 80,000 sq ft full-line store now has an official opening date.
When will M&S open in Cabot Circus?
M&S has revealed the opening date for its brand-new flagship store at Cabot Circus in Bristol city centre as Thursday, November 13. This is one of sixteen M&S stores opening across the UK this financial year, including Bath Southgate, and is expected to create over 100 new local jobs—including visual merchandising, customer service and warehouse operations.
What will it offer?
You can look forward to a fresh market-style foodhall, with an in-store bakery, fresh market specials and a wide range of M&S sandwiches, salads and wraps. A 200-seater M&S Coffee Shop will also deliver freshly cooked breakfast rolls, toasties, wraps and sandwiches, alongside barista-made coffee and iced drinks.
In fashion, customers will find one of M&S’ biggest beauty sections in the UK, with a wide selection of M&S ranges and third-party brands, including Clinique and Estée Lauder. Plus, browse the latest Autumn/Winter Autograph collections, alongside a Kidswear collection.
“We’re so excited to say: ‘Bristol, we are back’,” said Ali Ivery, Regional Manager at M&S. “Our Cabot Circus flagship will be one of the most modern stores in the UK, showcasing the very best of M&S Food, Fashion, Home & Beauty for customers. We can promise state-of-the-art features, innovative products and of course, more of that M&S magic – just in time for the festive season.
“Since we announced our return to Bristol last summer, the excitement has been growing and we cannot wait to open the doors. There’s still time to join the team, so visit M&S Careers, follow our store Facebook page for the latest updates and we look forward to seeing you on the 13th November.”
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-classic-yellow-tram-travels-along-a-narrow-cobblestone-street-in-lisbon-portugal.jpg?id=60022142&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=3%2C0%2C4%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you've been dreaming about sipping Vinho Verde on a sun-drenched terrace in Lisbon or strolling the colourful cobblestone streets of Porto, listen up! TAP Air Portugal has the perfect excuse to finally get your European vacation out of the group chat and into reality — with <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/cheap-flights-from-montreal">cheap roundtrip flights from Montreal</a> to Europe for under $700.</p><p>From now until May 4, 2025, you can snag deeply discounted <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/cheap-flights">tickets from Montreal</a> to some of Europe's most beautiful (and underrated) spots. </p><p>Travel dates run from mid-September 2025 to late March 2026 (except for holiday blackout dates between December 15, 2025, and January 12, 2026), which means you could plan a fall getaway, a cozy winter escape, or an early spring reset — all without dipping into the peak-season chaos (or prices).</p><p>And the destinations? Talk about bucket list-worthy!</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DH0VMTCNbhR/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>In early 2026, you could hop on a flight from Montreal to Lisbon for just $619 roundtrip. Lisbon is a city where pastel buildings cascade down rolling hills, and trams clatter past tiny wine bars.</p><p>If that's not enough, how about Porto? It's the home of port wine and dreamy coastal and river views, and you can get a roundtrip flight from Montreal for just $619. </p><p>Or you could aim higher (literally) and jet to Funchal, Madeira's mountain-meets-ocean paradise, for just $699 roundtrip from Montreal. Here, you'll be able to start your mornings with ocean mist and strong espresso, all while soaking up views of volcanic valleys.</p><p>If France is on your list, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-airport-low-cost-airline-french-bee">Montreal to Paris</a> will set you back just $599 on select dates in 2025-2026. That's cheaper than some last-minute trips to Toronto. </p><p>You could also explore Lyon, the underrated foodie capital of France, for just $649 roundtrip. Think endless quaint coffee shops, cozy cobblestone alleyways, and the kind of buttery pastries that might just make you emotional.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C8uWridsYmE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>TAP Air Portugal, the country's national airline, is behind this latest fare drop. They've been flying for 80 years and connect North America to over 40 cities across Europe and Africa, with Lisbon as their main hub.<br/></p><p>If you wanted to extend your Euro trip even further, TAP's Portugal Stopover program lets you spend up to 10 days in Portugal en route to your final destination — without paying extra for the flight.</p><p>That means you could fly from Montreal to Lyon, but squeeze in a week of pasteis de nata and beach lounging in Portugal along the way. Two vacations for the price of one? Say less.<br/></p><p>As part of the ongoing sale, there's also a 15% discount on your first checked bag, and you can even bring your surfboard, kiteboard, or bike gear at a discount.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C3Us--Go3x4/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Here's a quick look at some of the roundtrip prices leaving from Montreal:<br/></p><ul><li>Paris for $599</li><li>Faro for $618</li><li>Lisbon for $619</li><li>Porto for $619</li><li>Lyon for $649</li><li>Toulouse for $649</li><li>Funchal for $699</li><li>Madrid for $759</li><li>Milan for $850</li></ul><p>You can find all of TAP's current deals on their website. Just remember that additional fees and charges for extras like seat selection checked baggage, or onboard services might apply, so it's always worth reading the fine print before you book.</p><p>Bon voyage, Montreal! </p><p><em>These prices are confirmed at the time of publishing, but they can change at any time. Taxes and fees may not be included.</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
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