A gift shop in West Bridgford has closed after 29 years in business, citing changes in consumer shopping habits and spiralling operational costs. It's been a difficult time for retail following two years of Covid restrictions, supply issues and now a cost of living crisis which has resulted in a slow in consumer spending and higher bills including energy costs.
Connaught House, on the corner of Central Avenue and Albert House, was a popular spot for gift buying but bosses confirmed the closure in a notice on the door. The owners expressed their sadness at having to make the 'difficult decision' to close and said they would 'miss our customers.'
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