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Marshall's Yard Shopping Centre

Gainsborough’s open-air shopping centre with big-name stores, cafés and a relaxed plaza – perfect for a day out in Lincolnshire.

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Marshall's Yard is Gainsborough’s modern outdoor shopping centre, offering over 30 stores including major brands like M&S, Next and B&M, plus cafés, restaurants and a landscaped plaza. Open seven days a week, it’s a convenient, accessible destination for shopping, dining and family outings in the heart of town, with affordable parking and good public transport links.

A brief summary to Marshall's Yard

  • Beaumont St, Gainsborough, DN21 2NA, GB
  • +441427810706
  • Visit website
  • Duration: 1 to 3 hours
  • Budget
  • Environment icon Mixed
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Friday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • Check individual store opening times, as some cafés and smaller shops may open later or close earlier than the main centre hours.
  • Take advantage of the low-cost parking – 50p for two hours or £1 for four hours – and look out for any special offers or refund schemes with certain stores.
  • Visit on weekday mornings or early afternoons to avoid the busiest shopping periods, especially around lunchtime and late afternoons on weekends.
  • Use the central plaza seating to rest between shops, and bring a reusable water bottle as drinking water is available in the centre.
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Getting There

  • On foot from Gainsborough town centre

    From Gainsborough’s historic market place and main streets, it’s a 5–10 minute walk to Marshall’s Yard along Beaumont Street. The route is flat and well signposted, suitable for pushchairs and mobility aids, with pedestrian crossings and pavements throughout.

  • By bus

    Several local bus routes serve Gainsborough town centre and stop within a 5–10 minute walk of Marshall’s Yard. Services from nearby towns and villages typically drop passengers near the market place or bus station, from where the centre is an easy walk along main streets.

  • By train

    Gainsborough Central Station is about a 10–15 minute walk from Marshall’s Yard. The route follows main roads and pavements, passing through the town centre, and is suitable for most walkers, though it involves some road crossings.

  • By car

    Marshall’s Yard is accessed from the A156, A631 and Thonock Road. The centre has its own car park with clearly marked spaces and a low-cost parking scheme (around 50p for two hours, £1 for four hours). Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis, with spaces for disabled badge holders and electric vehicle charging points.

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A Town-Centre Shopping Hub

Marshall's Yard sits at the heart of Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, as the town’s main outdoor shopping centre. Designed as a relaxed, open-air environment, it brings together a mix of national retailers and independent shops in a well-landscaped setting. The centre is laid out around a central plaza with seating, making it easy to browse, rest and enjoy the surroundings between stores. Its location just off Beaumont Street places it within easy reach of Gainsborough’s historic town centre and transport links, making it a natural stop for both local residents and visitors.

Shopping and Services

The centre hosts over 30 stores covering fashion, homeware, beauty, food and everyday essentials. Major names include Marks & Spencer Simply Food, Next, B&M, The Range and Wilko, alongside smaller independent outlets offering jewellery, gifts and speciality goods. Whether you’re picking up groceries, looking for clothing, or browsing for home accessories, there’s a broad range of options within a compact area. Alongside retail, the centre also includes services such as a health club, beauty salon and a pharmacy, adding to its role as a practical, all-in-one destination for daily needs.

Dining and Relaxation

When it’s time to take a break, Marshall's Yard offers several cafés and restaurants where you can enjoy coffee, light meals or a full sit-down dinner. There’s an Italian restaurant, a range of coffee shops and casual eateries serving everything from sandwiches to fish and chips. The landscaped plaza and seating areas are ideal for people-watching, meeting friends or simply unwinding after shopping. With free Wi-Fi and accessible facilities, the centre is well equipped for families, older visitors and those with mobility needs.

Practical Visitor Experience

The centre is open seven days a week, with extended weekday and Saturday hours and slightly shorter opening on Sunday. Public toilets are available during shopping hours, and there are baby-changing facilities for families. Parking is straightforward and reasonably priced, with a low-cost cap for longer stays, and there are electric vehicle charging points. The layout is flat and step-free, making it easy to navigate with pushchairs and mobility aids, and there is a visitor information point to help orient yourself. For those arriving by public transport, the centre is close to the town’s bus routes and a short walk from Gainsborough Central Station.

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