Interactive vending machines containing Pop Mart characters such as Labubu and Skullpanda will arrive at 12 The Entertainer locations over the coming weeks
The Entertainer is set to become Pop Mart’s biggest UK retail partner with the arrival of Robo Shops at 12 new locations this spring.
The dozen new Robo Shops will roll out over the next six weeks, and follows a pilot at The Entertainer’s flagship Bluewater store in 2025. The interactive vending machine experience allows shoppers to browse and buy limited-edition collectibles from Pop Mart, including the best-selling Labubu, Molly, Hirono and Skullpanda characters, among many others.
“As the global Pop Mart phenomenon and collectible toy trend continues to flourish, we’re excited to announce that 12 more of our stores will be home to Robo Shops,” said Andrew Murphy OBE, Group Chief Executive Officer of The Entertainer Group.
“The Entertainer takes its role as Britain’s toy shop seriously – which means breaking new ground to bring our customers all the latest toy trends, the world’s best-loved brands, and compelling shopping experiences for customers, whatever their age.”
Since its launch in 2010, Pop Mart has grown a global audience by merging art, fashion, and pop culture into collectible toys that appeal to fans of all ages. Sold in mystery-style blind boxes, each box contains a surprise figure that has added to the growing excitement and increased demand for the products, which have also seen popularity with celebrities, including Dua Lipa and Rihanna.
