It's been a tough year for the high street
It's been a difficult year for Nottingham's retail industry as many shops struggled amid the rising cost of living and an increase in energy bills. Sadly, this has meant a series of closures across the city with many shops we have loved closing their doors for the final time.
Another long-standing shop in the city centre sadly closed on Wheeler Gate this year after its owners retired. David and Julia Heath first opened their J Herbert Jewelers on Wheeler Gate in 1996 but had been part of the business since 1989. The Three mobile store on Albert Street also closed this year in July with residents filled with sadness at what was once a thriving high street. Cath Kidson closed on Bridlesmith Gate in March with the premises reopening as Aura art gallery later in the year.
The newly colourful Bridlesmith Gate saw lots of new additions this year including a brand new Stick and Ribbon store after the owner Sally Longden relocated from Cobden Chambers. Relic X Hooked also opened its doors in the former Diesel location after moving from its top-floor Victoria Centre location.
A new vintage store, Karma Vintage, opened its doors on the first floor of the co-working space at the back of the street overlooking the courtyard. It's a treasure trove of fashionable once-loved items including some one-off designs.