'More reason to go to Peterborough' say shoppers as Queensgate gets ready to welcome Seoul Plaza in New Year
The impending arrival of a Korean supermarket chain in Peterborough in the New Year has been given a warm welcome by shoppers.
Asian food operator Seoul Plaza is to open its doors in the Queensgate Shopping Centre early next year.
Seoul Plaza is known for a range of flavour-filled food from its iconic K-snacks to authentic ingredients and street-food favourites.
The impending arrival has been announced on Facebook by Queensgate which states: “A whole new world of flavour is on its way.”
It adds: “Big news for 2026!
"We’re excited to share that Seoul Plaza — the UK’s popular Korean supermarket chain — is officially coming to Queensgate!
"Get ready, Queensgate… something Seoul special is arriving in 2026!”
The news of the tasty new addition to the attractions at the Queensgate was given an enthusiastic welcome by many people.
Mia Hinnells wondered: “What tectonic plate shifted under Queensgate?? All of a sudden it’s getting good.”
Emily Johnston said: “This should be good.”
And Lalli Bryant added: “Great news..... another empty shop filled...”
Kari Fletcher said: “More reason to go Peterborough.”
And Tanya Nye said: “An actual reason to go town.”
News that Seoul Plaza is on its way to Queensgate comes just days before the eagerly awaited opening of retail giant Frasers in Queensgate on Saturday. (December 13).
Frasers and its brands including Flannels and Sports Direct will take up all of the space left empty by the closure of department chain John Lewis in 2021.