M&S has officially opened its doors to the brand-new Largs food store, located on Main Street, bringing its great quality food and trusted value products to the coastal town.

The long-awaited 9,000 sq. ft fresh market-style store includes a brand-new in-store bakery, Flower and Wine shops and a variety of fresh produce from M&S Select Farms.

Customers can now enjoy a wide range of M&S favourites, including the best of M&S picky bits, as well as over 100 Remarksable Value everyday staples, and a range of products created in partnership with Scottish suppliers.

The dedicated Click & Collect point will also make it easy to collect online fashion, home, and beauty orders, with customer parking for added convenience.

Following a successful recruitment drive, 50 new jobs in customer service and operations have now been created within the local community.

The official ribbon cutting ceremony was led by M&S colleague Karen who is celebrating 25 years of service in 2026 and North Ayrshire Provost Anthea Dickson. Largs & District Pipe Band then welcomed the first customers into the store, joined by two M&S colleagues who are also part-time members of the band and of course, the iconic Percy Pig and Colin the Caterpillar.

Mhairi McIntosh, Store Manager for M&S in Largs said: “We are thrilled to have officially opened our doors and welcomed the Largs community to their first-ever M&S. After much anticipation, seeing the store come to life has been a proud moment for our entire team and it is rewarding that the opening has created opportunities for local people in customer service and operations, I can’t wait to see them progress.

“The brand-new food store is packed with the very best of M&S, from our fresh Select Farms produce to our delicious in-store bakery, and we can’t wait to show everyone what we have in store.”

Kenneth Gibson MSP for Cunninghame North said: “The new Marks & Spencer’s is a welcome addition for Largs. Many local people will be delighted by the extra choice and jobs this store will bring, as well as the confidence in Largs this investment shows. I wish the store manager and staff every success.”

Provost Anthea Dickson said: "I am delighted to attend the official opening of the new M&S Foodhall in Largs. This fantastic investment is a massive boost for our local economy, bringing a much longed-for shopping choice to the heart of the town and creating valuable new jobs for our community. After much anticipation, seeing this state-of-the-art store finally open its doors is a proud moment for everyone involved. It is a clear vote of confidence in North Ayrshire, and I wish the management and staff every success as they welcome their very first customers today."

Opening hours for the Largs food store are between 8.30am - 8.30pm Monday to Saturday and 9am – 7.00pm Sunday.