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May 8, 2024 · The business was making a loss and GUS took over management of the business in 1939, but sold it to British Home Stores in 1944. GUS however did not pull out of this market, and went on a purchasing spree.
Apr 29, 2024 · Check out these nostalgic snaps of one of Watford's most popular ever stores just before it opened more than 60 years ago. The British Home Stores signs in the shop window advertised the shop was opening its doors to customers for the first time at 9am on Thursday, September 12, 1963.
1 day ago · In early 1980, M&S became the first British supermarket chain to sell packaged sandwiches, beginning with five shops. Demand was so high that M&S enlisted suppliers to industrialise the process and other supermarkets followed.
Apr 25, 2024 · The nostalgic retailer started as an affordable general store in Brixton, south London in 1928 and became one of the stalwarts of the British high street. Its widespread store closures followed an ...
6 days ago · 1. John Lewis & Partners. John Lewis & Partners. Shop the collection at John Lewis & Partners. Best for: Reliable basics. Our go-to for everything home-related, from your coffee machine to your ...
3 days ago · House of Fraser and Frasers are a British department store chain with 29 locations across the United Kingdom, part of Frasers Group. It was established in Glasgow, Scotland in 1849 as Arthur and Fraser. By 1891, it was known as Fraser & Sons.
1 day ago · Even in the 15th century large provincial grocers could supply their customers with a range of spices. During the 16th and 17th century, specialized London grocers were increasingly able to supply their provincial counterparts with new, non-perishable goods.
