Debenhams shut as part of the retailer’s nationwide high street store closure programme in 2021, with the Chester store open for just a few weeks after the January-April 2021 Covid lockdown to clear remaining stock. The Debenhams store shut for good in May 2021. The former Browns of Chester department store.
What is replacing Debenhams in Chester?
A new three-story extension was built in 2002 on the site formerly occupied by the offices of the Chester Chronicle. It was acquired by Debenhams in 1976.
Browns of Chester.
| Crypt Chambers houses part of the store and is a Grade I listed building. | |
|---|---|
| Type | Unit |
| Owner | Debenhams (1976-2021) |
What is happening to Debenhams buildings?
Winchester’s former Debenhams is being divided on ground level into restaurant spaces and a hotel chain above; while the empty stores in towns and cities including Gloucester, Norwich, Northampton and Leeds are all being turned into student accommodation.
What will replace Debenhams Cheshire Oaks?
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A Matalan spokesperson on social media said: “We’re opening a brand new store at the Coliseum Shopping Park, Ellesmere Port which is just west of Cheshire Oaks.” Matalan will be taking over a unit that was previously occupied by Debenhams at the Ellesmere Port shopping centre.
What is happening to Browns of Chester?
The historic building in the heart of Chester has been empty for over a year now after it closed its doors for the last time in May 2021. The three-storey building, owned by British Land, has been on the market since then, with a price tag of over £4m.
Who will take over Debenhams stores?
Flannels and Sports Direct are set to open two new flagship stores in the Metrocentre. The brands, which belong to former Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley, will take over the huge store that was once home to Debenhams.
What is replacing Debenhams?
Frasers will be taking up the city shopping centre’s biggest unit previously occupied by Debenhams for more than a decade before it closed in May, last year, to the sadness of many shoppers.
What will happen to empty Debenhams stores?
The former department store will be converted into 134 flats after getting final approval by councillors.
Is Debenhams being saved?
Fashion retailer Boohoo has bought the Debenhams brand and website for £55m. However, it will not take on any of the firm’s remaining 118 High Street stores or its workforce.
Is Debenhams online still going?
Debenhams.com Online Ltd. Boohoo purchased the name and associated website operations from the administrators of Debenhams for £55 million in January 2021. On 12 April 2021, Boohoo relaunched the Debenhams website with a new full range of products and brands, mostly brands owned by Boohoo.
Is Debenhams turning into Primark?
A major clothing retailer has denied rumours that it will be taking over Workington’s empty Debenhams store. Primark has confirmed that it is not behind plans lodged with Allerdale Council which refer to a ‘leading national clothing retailer’ moving into the three-story building on Washington Square.
When did Browns of Chester become Debenhams?
1976
Browns of Chester was founded in 1780 – just five years after the Chester Chronicle. The store had traded from the Eastgate Street site since 1791. Debenhams acquired Browns of Chester in 1976 and it’s the only store which retained its original name when all others were re-branded ‘Debenhams’ in 1977.
Who bought Cheshire Oaks?
LaSalle Investment Management
Real estate investment management firm, LaSalle Investment Management, has confirmed the acquisition of a popular designer outlet village, near Ellesmere Port, as part of a £600m double deal. It has purchased McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks and McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Swindon, from Nuveen Real Estate.
Will John Lewis Chester reopen?
CHESTER’S John Lewis store will not reopen following lockdown, the company has announced, with the potential loss of 86 jobs.
Are Browns getting rid of Baker?
The Cleveland Browns finally completed the process of moving on from Baker Mayfield, agreeing Wednesday to trade the quarterback to the Carolina Panthers.
What happened to Cleveland’s Mayfield?
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – After months of speculation and rumors, the Browns finally found a trade partner for Baker Mayfield: The Carolina Panthers. Carolina has been one of the teams linked to Mayfield since the Browns acquired Deshaun Watson.
Is Debenhams coming back?
A Debenhams shop is to reopen in the UK for the first time since the chain was bought out of liquidation for £55m by Boohoo. A flagship Debenhams beauty store will launch at Manchester’s Arndale, selling cosmetics, fragrance and skincare products.
What will replace Debenhams Merry Hill?
Bosses at Merry Hill say there is no update on what could replace Debenhams at the Black Country shopping centre. It is a huge space that has remained empty since Debenhams closed for good last year. The department store closed for the final time on May 15, 2021. And the two-floor store has remained empty ever since.
Who is moving into Debenhams Metrocentre?
Frasers Group owned Flannels and Sports Direct have taken new flagship stores at the Metrocentre shopping destination in Gateshead, set to open in 2023. Parent company SportsDirect.com Retail Limited has taken the former Debenhams store in the centre’s Red Mall for the two brands.
What is Debenhams Bullring going to be?
The former Debenhams store in the Bullring is set to become a Marks & Spencer and football entertainment venue. The retailer will open in 2023 alongside TOCA Social, an interactive football and dining experience. M&S will be located on the lower and mid levels of the Bullring with TOCA Social situated on the top floor.
What shop has replaced Debenhams at Lakeside?
The new M&S store will be the unit where Debenhams previously was, and will look to open in 2023. Nick Pucci, regional manager at M&S, said: “We are really excited to be relocating to a new store at Lakeside.