Birmingham Bullring's Most Wanted Stores for 2026 Revealed
Birmingham's Bullring asks shoppers which stores they want in 2026. The surprising results include Aldi, Disney Store, and more. See the full list here.
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Deichmann store closures: Newbury and Newport shut
Major shoe retailer Deichmann launches 'everything must go' sales as it shuts its Newbury store on February 14 and Newport branch after 17 years. Get the full list of closures.
Primark Birmingham Cafe to Close in Major Update
Primark confirms the permanent closure of its in-store cafe on Birmingham High Street, part of a wider review affecting three other UK branches. No staff redundancies are currently planned.
Co-op closes White Horse Hill branch, staff redundant
A popular Co-op supermarket in Chilthurst is closing permanently on January 23, with staff facing redundancy. Rising costs and shoplifting are cited as key reasons for the shutdown.
Skechers to open big new store at The Fort Shopping Park
The Fort Shopping Park announces a major new Skechers store opening, creating jobs and offering comfortable footwear. Find out opening details and public reaction.
Lidl Creating 640 Jobs with 19 New UK Stores
Discount supermarket Lidl is opening 19 new stores across the UK in the next eight weeks, including in Birmingham and Burntwood, creating up to 640 jobs. The expansion follows a strong Christmas period.
River Island Closes 27 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High street fashion giant River Island is permanently shutting at least 27 stores this month as part of a major restructuring plan. The closures, including a Birmingham location, aim to secure the brand's future.
JD Sports Enables AI-Powered One-Click Purchases
JD Sports partners with Commercetools and Stripe to let US shoppers buy directly through AI platforms like Microsoft Copilot. The sportswear giant calls AI 'the future of shopping'.
River Island Closing 33 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
River Island begins closing 33 UK stores this week, including its Sutton Coldfield branch. The High Court-approved plan aims to save over 140 shops and thousands of jobs. Full list of closures inside.
JD Sports launches AI 'one-click' shopping via ChatGPT
JD Sports unveils AI-powered 'one-click purchases' through ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, starting in the US. The move aims to transform retail for its core 18-24 demographic. Read more.
River Island confirms 9 more store closures next week
Fashion retailer River Island is closing nine more branches by January 18, including in Sutton Coldfield. This follows a major plan to reduce its estate from 250 to 122 shops.
Home Bargains confirms 18 new store locations
Discount retail giant Home Bargains has announced the exact sites for 18 new stores across the UK, with ambitions to grow its estate to 1,000 shops. Read the full list of locations here.
New shop opens in former Birmingham M&S with half price deals
A new Well Home store has opened in Birmingham's landmark former Marks & Spencer building after two years vacant. Discover the half-price opening offers on household essentials now.
M&S Birmingham Bullring sells Easter eggs 3 months early
Marks & Spencer in Birmingham's Bullring is selling Easter chocolate a full three months before the holiday. Discover which other supermarkets are jumping the seasonal gun.
River Island Sutton Coldfield Store Closure Date Confirmed
River Island will shut its Gracechurch Centre branch in Sutton Coldfield on January 18. All stock is now on sale. Discover the new retailers set to move into the area in 2026.
River Island Closing 33 Stores in Major Restructuring
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 33 high street stores across the UK in January as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of closures.
Birmingham Bullring and Grand Central 2025 closures list
A wave of closures hit Birmingham's Bullring and Grand Central in 2025, including Caffe Concerto and Diesel. See the full list of shops lost and what's coming next.
Bullring's 2025 Transformation: New Stores & Highlights
From Uniqlo's flagship to a huge Selfridges beauty hall, discover all the major retail changes that reshaped Birmingham's Bullring in 2025. See the full list of new openings.
Plymouth House of Fraser 'Closing Down' Sign Sparks Fears
A 'closing down' notice has appeared at Plymouth's House of Fraser, suggesting a March 2026 closure. Shoppers are concerned as the building is for sale for £3m. Read the latest.
UK Christmas footfall up 3.9%, Boxing Day strongest in 10 years
UK retail footfall rose 3.9% over Christmas, with Boxing Day up 4.4%—the strongest increase in a decade. Retail parks led with an 8.8% surge. Discover the full analysis of the festive retail boost.
Shoppers Flock to Birmingham Bullring for Post-Christmas Sales
Birmingham city centre was bustling as shoppers descended on the Bullring for major sales at Selfridges, Next, M&S and more. See opening hours and the new stores that opened in 2025.
27 New Stores Opened at Bullring & Grand Central
Bullring & Grand Central in Birmingham welcomed 27 new stores in 2025, from Uniqlo to Pizza Pilgrims. Discover the full list of exciting retail arrivals.
River Island Closing 33 Stores in January Restructuring
High street fashion chain River Island will close 33 UK stores by end of January 2026 as part of a court-approved restructuring plan. See the full list of affected locations.
Oliver Bonas announces new UK store openings and relocations
Oliver Bonas reveals a wave of new store openings and relocations across England and Scotland before year-end, with 20 more planned for 2025. Discover the full list of locations.
Boxing Day 2025: Shopper Numbers Up 4.4%
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
Boxing Day footfall jumps 4.4% in biggest surge for 10 years
Boxing Day 2024 delivered a bumper boost for UK retailers, with footfall up 4.4% in the strongest rise for over a decade. Discover where and when shoppers flocked for bargains.
How Birmingham's Christmas sales have changed through the decades
Explore the evolution of Birmingham's festive shopping, from iconic department store queues to online bargains. Discover how local traditions have transformed in the digital age.
Telford retail park bids to increase unit size for superstores
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Major UK Shoe Chain Axes 100 Jobs After Sales Plunge
VF Corporation, owner of Vans and The North Face, axes nearly 100 UK jobs after a 10% sales drop. Turnover falls to £321.5m as consumers cut spending. Read the full financial analysis.
Mothercare Plans Rebuild After £1.4m Loss and Sales Fall
Mothercare announces plans to rebuild its UK and global operations despite posting a £1.4m loss and a 25% sales drop. The retailer says it has 'stabilised' and is seeking a new CEO.
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