Menkind — Lion Yard, Cambridge
Compact central Cambridge branch of Menkind offering curated gadgets, licensed merch and quick gift buys inside Lion Yard shopping centre.
A compact branch of the UK novelty and gadget retailer Menkind tucked inside Lion Yard shopping centre, offering a curated selection of licensed merchandise, quirky gadgets and stocking fillers aimed at gift shoppers and collectors in central Cambridge.
A brief summary to Menkind Cambridge
- 33, Lion Yard Shopping Centre, Cambridge, CB2 3NA, GB
- +441223322377
- Visit website
- Duration: 0.25 to 1 hours
- Mid ranged
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 4 out of 5
- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 11 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Visit during weekday mornings for quieter browsing; the small shop can feel crowded at peak weekend shopping times.
- If you need a specific or larger item, check Menkind’s nationwide online stock or click-and-collect options before relying on in-store availability.
- Small, gift-ready packages make this a practical stop for last-minute presents and stocking fillers.
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Menkind Cambridge location weather suitability
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A pocket of playful retail
Menkind at Lion Yard occupies a modest shopfront within Cambridge’s covered Lion Yard shopping centre, presenting a condensed but recognisably Menkind assortment of novelty gifts, licensed pop-culture items and small tech gadgets. The space is arranged for browsing: tall shelving and pegboard displays show boxed collectibles, novelty homewares, themed drinkware and compact electronic trinkets. The store’s footprint is smaller than some out-of-town branches, and the stock is focused on bestsellers and impulse gifts rather than an exhaustive catalogue.What you’ll find on the shelves
Expect a mix of licensed film and TV merchandise, branded drinkware, small Bluetooth speakers and headphones, novelty board games and seasonal stocking fillers. There are also gadget-style gifts—mini projectors, USB-powered devices and novelty lighting—that suit last-minute purchases. Packaging is often colourful and aimed at gifting, with ready-made boxed options for quick wrap-and-go shopping. Space constraints mean larger or deeper ranges are sometimes absent, but the core Menkind identity—fun, giftable and often eccentric—remains clear.Character and atmosphere
The shop gives off a lively, slightly chaotic retail energy typical of novelty shops: bright product graphics, intermittent promotional signage and compact displays that encourage exploration. Lighting is practical rather than theatrical, with the store relying on Lion Yard’s covered-mall ambience for footfall. Staff are oriented toward quick sales and product knowledge keyed to gifts and licensed ranges, making it a convenient stop for shoppers seeking a present with immediate availability.How it fits into Lion Yard
Situated within the historic central shopping arcade, Menkind is part of a densely packed retail environment where independent boutiques and national chains sit close together. The centre’s sheltered atrium and connected walkways make the shop easy to include on a short shopping circuit. Because the unit is compact, Menkind complements rather than competes with larger department stores nearby, offering novelty and licensed items that might not be stocked elsewhere in the immediate precinct.Practical notes for browsing
Given the limited floor area, expect narrower aisles and displays set close together; this makes quick in-and-out stops comfortable but extended shopping with large bags or buggies more awkward. Inventory at this branch can be selective—popular or seasonal items may sell through quicker here than at larger suburban outlets. Prices and promotions follow Menkind’s national approach, with typical moderate price points aimed at gift buyers looking for mid-range novelty items.Why visit this branch
This Menkind is a useful, compact option for central Cambridge shoppers who need a quirky present, licensed merch or a small gadget without detouring to larger out-of-town retail parks. Its location inside Lion Yard places it amid a variety of other city-centre shops, making it an efficient last-minute stop during a day of shopping or sightseeing in Cambridge.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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