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Wynsors footwear retail downsizing in the UK

Overview

Wynsors World of Shoes, a UK footwear retailer, announced the permanent closure of 17 stores, representing approximately one-third of its total locations. The decision follows reports that the company’s owner, Modella Capital, had been evaluating rent expenses and employment cuts.

Affected locations include cities such as Leeds, Sheffield, Wakefield, Bolton, Gateshead, and Sunderland. To clear remaining stock, several branches have launched liquidation sales, with discounts reported between 50 and 60 percent. While physical stores are closing, the company intends to continue operations through its online platform.

Entities

UK · Wynsors World of Shoes · Modella Capital

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Wynsors World of Shoes to close 17 UK stores

    UK shoe retailer Wynsors World of Shoes is closing 17 stores nationwide following restructuring warnings from owner Modella Capital.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Wynsors to close 17 UK stores amid retail downsizing

    UK footwear chain Wynsors is closing 17 stores, roughly one-third of its locations, due to rising costs, while maintaining its online retail operations.

Sources

hamlegazetesi.com.tr · hexham-courant.co.uk · i-moto.com.tw · warringtonguardian.co.uk · yenicaggazetesi.com.tr