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British Home Stores was founded in 1928 by a group of U.S. entrepreneurs [1] who wanted to follow the successful model set by Woolworths. They did not want go into direct competition with Woolworths, so set their highest price at a shilling.
Apr 26, 2016 · 1985 Starts to franchise the brand overseas. 1986 Merges with Habitat and Mothercare to form Storehouse plc. 2000 Sir Philip Green buys British Home Stores for £200m from the Storehouse Group and ...
Aug 17, 2016 · Here is a timeline of key moments charting the rise and fall of the very British department store. :: 1928: British Home Stores is set up in a store in Brixton, south London. Nothing costs more than a shilling. :: 1929: Prices rise to a five shilling maximum as home furnishings are introduced.
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By Dan Cancian. Published 04/25/16 AT 12:21 PM BST. BHS continued its decline when it was bought up by a group of financiers for £1 in 2015 Getty. British high-street retailer BHS has confirmed...
Aug 28, 2016 · 1928: A group of American entrepreneurs set up British Home Stores. The first store is in Brixton and nothing in the store costs more than a shilling (5p) - double that of rival...
Aug 28, 2016 · As BHS closes its final stores close, ending 88 years of British retail history, here is a timeline of key moments charting the rise and fall of the very British department store. 1928: British...
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Apr 25, 2016 · British Home Stores had a place in the heart of the 1970s shopper. It was a practical solution brand that was affordable and accessible. At its heart, it delivered good quality, decent stuff for ...
