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Allders was an independent department store operating in the United Kingdom. The original store was established in 1862 in Croydon by Joshua Allder. In the second half of the 20th century, this parent store was developed into a chain of department stores across England and Wales.
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Apr 5, 2024 · Allders Opticians has been in business since 1905 when the founder, Percy Allder, took up retail premises in Luton and opened as an Optician and Jeweller. In the late 1920s the jewellery side of the business was sold and a second practice in Luton was set up. Mr Allder retained his interest in the company until the late 1950s.
Jun 20, 2012 · The sale netted Allders some £50 million, a portion of which the company spent, buying up four department stores from the C & A store chain and at its height operated 45 department stores and ...
At Allders Opticians, we embrace the synergy of heritage and modernity. With an ongoing program of branch refits, we are committed to providing a contemporary and comfortable environment for our customers while upholding the values that have been our foundation for over a century. We are dedicated to offering the finest eyecare services ...
1992: Allders-At-Home stores debut. 1993: Allders goes public on London Stock Exchange. 1996: Company sells off Allders International, and buys eight Owen Owen stores. 1997: The A3 private label is launched. 1998: Company acquires 11 new stores; launches A-Grade and other private labels.
Sep 22, 2012 · Allders, one of the biggest department stores in London, is shutting down after administrators failed to find a buyer. The firm, which has been open in Croydon since 1862, served the local community and the retailer's network, but was unable to compete with the modern retail market.
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Sep 24, 2012 · The historic Allders department store closed its doors for the last time on Sunday, ending a 150-year period trading in the town. About 800 people have either lost their jobs or been relocated ...
