The Entertainer is the largest independent retailer of toys in the UK, with over 25 years offline and 8 years online experience.
The first store, Amersham, was opened in 1981 by founders Gary Grant and his wife Cath and had already increased that to 3 by only 1990.
The Entertainer has created a network of 41 stores, the five latest shops opening only in 2006 which where Watford and Middlebrook (Bolton) {June 2006}, Cheltenham {July 2006}, and Taunton and Denton (Manchester) {August 2006}*.
The Entertainer’s product range includes many brand names such as Bratz, Doctor Who, Pixel Chix, Tamigotchi, Playmobil, Thomas & Friends, Hasbro, Mattel, Lego, Hornby, Star Wars, TP Activity Toys , MB Games, Barbie, Fisher Price, TOMY, Play-Doh, Heelys and many more.
The history of the Entertainer*
The Entertainer was established twenty five years ago in Amersham by Gary and Catherine Grant and has grown to become the UK's largest independent toy retailer.
The Entertainer has always aimed to offer a wide range of toys and games for all ages at competitive prices. With a committed team of managers and well-trained staff, The Entertainer aims to offer outstanding service to its customers and fulfil its mission of being mad about toys!
The Entertainers commitments
The Entertainer is a 'social toy business' which means that we aim to conduct our business based on ethical values and through engaging wider stakeholders. Customers, employees, children, local communities, charities and suppliers all play an important part in our business. For example, consideration of children’s needs, attitudes and welfare is central to our thinking. We aim to provide a child-friendly atmosphere in our shops, and we are continually finding new ways to listen to young people. As a social toy business we enthusiastically support local communities and social projects.
In 2005 we launched The Entertainer Charity Wristband Partnership which has enabled us to raise funds for 15 charity partners. The 'home' of The Entertainer is Amersham, Bucks and we have developed strong relationships with the local community in the Amersham area through supporting local schools and civil organisations. This work was recognised through Chiltern District Council's Volunteering Award presented to The Entertainer in 2003.
The Entertainer makes charitable donations through The Grant Foundation which has a mission to inspire hope in the lives of children and their families. To fulfil this mission grants are given to social projects which promote the healthy development of children and their families. Gary Grant, founder of The Entertainer, also plays an active part in the Toy Trust which fundraises within the toy industry for a wider range of children’s causes.
The Entertainer Store Locations and Opening Times
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AMERSHAM63 Hill Avenue View map for this store |
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BASINGSTOKE16/18 Westminster House View map for this store |
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BEACONSFIELD14 The Broadway View map for this store |
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BRISTOL30 Broadmead Gallery View map for this store |
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BULLRINGUnit MSU10A View map for this store |
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CAMBERLEY47/49 High Street View map for this store |
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CARDIFF27/28 Queen's Arcade View map for this store |
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CHELTENHAM101 High Street View map for this store |
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COLISEUM26 Coliseum Way View map for this store |
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COVENTRYUnits 51-55 View map for this store |
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CRAWLEYUnit 75 View map for this store |
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DENTONUnit 22a View map for this store |
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GUILDFORD13B North Street View map for this store |
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HARLOWUnit 3 View map for this store |
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ILFORDUnit 83 View map for this store |
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KEYNSHAM40 High Street View map for this store |
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KINGSTON11-13 Thames Street View map for this store |
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LAKESIDEUnit 70 View map for this store |
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MIDDLEBROOK31-33 The Linkway View map for this store |
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MIDSOMER NORTON80 High Street View map for this store |
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MILTON KEYNES133-135 Silbury Arcade View map for this store |
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NOTTINGHAMUnit 302B View map for this store |
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READING40 Broad Street View map for this store |
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ROMFORDUnits 13/14 View map for this store |
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SALISBURY45 Blue Boar Row View map for this store |
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SOLIHULL19 Mill Lane Arcade View map for this store |
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SOUTHAMPTON52/54 The Marlands View map for this store |
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STAINESUnit S4 View map for this store |
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STEVENAGEUnit 5 View map for this store |
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SUTTON COLDFIELD99 The Parade View map for this store |
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TAUNTON6-10 County Walk View map for this store |
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TELFORD204 Dean Street View map for this store |
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UXBRIDGE2a Mercer Walk View map for this store |
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WANDSWORTHUnit C106 View map for this store |
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WATFORD60 The High Street View map for this store |
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WIMBLEDONUnit 7 View map for this store |
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WOLVERHAMPTON24/25 Wulfrun Centre View map for this store |
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WORCESTERUnit C8/C9 View map for this store
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WREXHAM7 Henblas Street View map for this store |
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YATEUnit 1-3 View map for this store |
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*Information correct at 23/09/2006*
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