10 High Street Brands Closing UK Stores in 2026
Britain's high streets face over 150 shop closures in 2026. See the full list of 10 iconic retailers shutting branches, from fashion chains to charity shops.
Britain's high streets face over 150 shop closures in 2026. See the full list of 10 iconic retailers shutting branches, from fashion chains to charity shops.
Iconic beauty retailer Sephora confirms its Belfast store will open on February 12, marking its first 2026 launch and 13th UK location. Discover the grand opening details and brand's ambitious growth plans.
Iconic beauty brand Sephora announces its first store in Belfast, marking its 13th UK location and expansion into Ireland. Grand opening events and prizes planned.
The UK's visa system goes digital from 12 January 2026. Learn how the new eVisa works, who it affects, and how to access your digital immigration status.
River Island is closing 27 stores this month, starting with 9 this weekend, after posting a £32.3m loss. The high street staple blames online shopping and rising costs.
River Island confirms 32 store closures this January as shoppers pinpoint 'key reason' for High Street decline: operating hours that clash with the modern 9-5 workday.
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 32 stores across the UK, citing online shopping and high costs. The move follows a £32.3m loss. See the full list of closures.
Fashion retailer River Island announces closure of 32 UK shops, citing online shopping surge and high costs. See the full list of affected locations and why shoppers saw it coming.
River Island, Primark, and Poundland are among the big names closing shops this month, following a brutal 2025 that saw over 3,000 stores vanish. Discover the full list of closures and what it means for UK retail.
Macy's Inc. confirms closure of 66 stores across a dozen US states as part of its 'Bold New Chapter' strategy. Clearance sales start mid-January 2026.
Designer Anya Hindmarch partners with Boots for a limited-edition collection of smile-inducing essentials, available from 10th January at a London concept store. Don't miss the googly-eyed toiletries and special edition bags.
US employers posted far fewer jobs in November, with openings falling to 7.1 million. Explore the latest JOLTS data and what it means for the labour market.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
High Street fashion chain River Island will close 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of affected locations and confirmed closure dates.
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
House of Fraser confirms closure of its Plymouth department store in March 2026. The building is now on the market for £3 million, leaving shoppers devastated. Read more on the UK's changing retail landscape.
House of Fraser is shutting its Plymouth department store in March 2026. The building is now for sale for £3m, leaving shoppers 'genuinely gutted'. Read more on the UK's retail changes.
Cardzone launches a huge 50% off closing down sale at its Didcot store, set to shut on 10 January 2026. Plus, River Island and Poundland announce further UK store closures.
Aldi confirms its UK stores will close early on New Year's Eve and remain shut on New Year's Day. Find the full festive schedule and details on new store openings here.
Aldi confirms early closing on New Year's Eve and closure on New Year's Day. Plus, details on its back-to-school bargains and major UK expansion.
Aldi confirms its opening times for the New Year period, with stores closing on January 1. Find out the key hours and get the latest on Specialbuys releases.
Aldi confirms its store opening hours for New Year 2026, with a one-day closure on January 1. Plan your shop and discover the latest on Specialbuys releases.
A wave of closures hit UK high streets in 2025 as major retail and hospitality brands shuttered shops. Discover which household names disappeared and why.
Apple is appealing a landmark UK court ruling that found it overcharged 36 million customers. The case could see users receive up to £75 each and is part of a wider £6bn legal battle against big tech. Read the full story.
Apple seeks to overturn a landmark £1.5bn verdict for overcharging UK App Store users. If it fails, millions could receive compensation. Discover the details of the case and other major claims against tech giants.
Pub giant JD Wetherspoon reveals expansion with 12 new venues opened and more on the way. Sales rise 5.1% as chain vows to keep prices low. Discover the latest openings.
Plan your festive shopping with Ikea's UK Christmas and New Year opening hours. Stores are closed on Christmas Eve and Day, with reduced hours on Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and Day.