Touchwood marks 25-year anniversary with day of celebrations
Touchwood is marking its 25th anniversary with a day of activities, special offers and prizes.
Visitors are invited to join the celebrations on Saturday 5 September with celebrations, prizes, special offers and fundraising for Acorns Children’s Hospice.
Since opening in 2001, Touchwood has become an established part of Solihull town centre, welcoming millions of visitors and evolving from a traditional shopping centre into a destination bringing together shopping, dining, leisure and experiences.
Seventeen of the retailers that welcomed shoppers when Touchwood first opened are still part of the destination today, including Beaverbrooks, Cheshires, Cineworld, Costa Coffee, Ernest Jones, Fraser Hart, Goldsmiths, H&M, JD Sports, John Lewis, L'Occitane, Nando's, Next, O2, Starbucks, The Entertainer and The Perfume Shop.
To mark the anniversary, Touchwood has commissioned local artist Cris Wong to create three exclusive lino carvings inspired by some of the centre's most recognisable architectural features.
Visitors on Saturday will be able to use the carvings to create and print their own artwork, taking home a limited-edition keepsake from Touchwood's 25th birthday.
The popular Touchwood Tornado will also return, with visitors able to win prizes donated by Touchwood and its retailers, including Touchwood and John Lewis gift cards, cinema tickets, chocolates, AirPods, a water feature, a Game Guru gift card and a £100 Bravissimo voucher.
Retailers across the centre are getting involved too, with a range of birthday offers available on the day and across the weekend, including discounts and promotions from Bravissimo, Krispy Kreme, Cineworld, Pop Specs, Mobile Style, Sense Aroma, Lola's Cupcakes, Wendy’s, Cheshire’s and Game Guru.
A limited run of commemorative Touchwood mugs will also be available, with all proceeds donated to Acorns Children's Hospice, Touchwood's Charity of the Year.
Tony Elvin, (pictured) centre director at Touchwood, said: “Twenty-five years is a fantastic milestone and one we're incredibly proud to be celebrating with the people of Solihull.
“Touchwood has changed and evolved considerably since opening in 2001, but what hasn't changed is its place at the heart of the town and the importance of creating somewhere people genuinely enjoy spending their time.
“The fact that 17 of the businesses that opened their doors with us 25 years ago are still here today is particularly special and says a great deal about the strength of the destination and the relationships that have been built here.
“We wanted our birthday celebrations to be about the people who have been part of Touchwood's story, from our retailers and teams to the millions of guests who have visited us over the years. We're looking forward to welcoming everyone on Saturday and celebrating together.”
