Debenhams

About Us

Debenhams traces its history back to 1778 when William Clark established a drapers store at 44 Wigmore Street in London's West End selling expensive fabrics, bonnets, gloves and parasols. In 1813 William Debenham invested in the firm which then became Clark & Debenham.

The first store outside London was opened in Cheltenham in 1818, an exact replica of the Wigmore Street store. In the ensuing years the firm prospered from the Victorian fashion for family mourning by which widows and other female relatives adhered to a strict code of clothing and etiquette.

Today, Debenhams has 153 stores across the UK and Ireland and a fully transactional website, reflecting Debenhams' commitment to offering their customers greater value, a wider choice and excellent service across every area in which they trade.

Looking good in your skin

Today's woman wants to keep looking good and age well so taking good care of your skin is a must. To help achieve this the Debenhams Beauty Consultants will be at the roadshow with samples of the fabulous beauty products from the Clarins, Estee Lauder, YSL and Elemis ranges. So with a selection like this, there will truly be something for everyone. Their consultants will be available to offer advice throughout the day on how to have lovely skin whatever your age.

Fabulous High Street Fashion Awards win

We are pleased to let you know that Debenhams has won an award in the Fabulous High Street Fashion Awards 2011. Debenhams was crowned the 'Best One-Stop-Shop' in recognition of our varied and exciting product range and we'd like to thank all the customers who took the time to vote for us.

Debenhams in Gloucester

The store in Gloucester is at:-

Kings Walk Shopping Centre 

6 Kings Square,

Gloucester GL1 1RP