Toys R Us has confirmed it plans to open a new store in Oxfordshire just in time for Christmas.

The American children's toy retailer has announced that three shop-in-shops will open every week between September 28 and the festive season across the UK.

37 new locations within WHSmith stores, including in Chipping Norton.

Toys R Us went bust in February 2018, shutting the doors on all its 100 shops and resulting in the loss of more than 2,000 jobs.

It announced plans for a relaunch in October 2022, before striking an exclusive deal with WH Smith for concessions in the UK.

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Managing director of WHSmith High Street Sean Toal said: "We've had queues around the block for many openings in the last year which tells you just how much people are loving seeing Toys R Us back again. 

"But our job isn't done yet, and I'm pleased to be bringing the magic of Toys R Us to even more customers over the coming months ready for the best time of year – Christmas!"

WHSmith and Toys R Us toys and games buying manager, Michelle Phillips, has shared the top five toys and games for Christmas.

She said: "We're expecting Squishmallows to top the list of our bestselling toys this Christmas because we know they are really popular. 

"Ladbaby have also just released a hilarious new game dedicated to their sausage roll obsession likely to be a family favourite. 

"And we can't forget our very own Geoffrey the Giraffe who will be stocked in every Toys R Us store.

"Stocks are limited so make sure you pick them up from our stores as soon as you can."