The Original Factory Shop in Staple Hill recently closed down, leaving a much-used and prominent store on the suburb's high street completely vacant. It is not yet known what will become of the discount shop, which the landlords shut so they could redevelop the site.
But some traders on the high street are becoming concerned that it could be a sign of things to come. Phil Curtis, who has managed The Butcher's Hook for 18 months, told Bristol Live that business has been steadily declining for a year.
"It seems to be getting worse each week. We feel like it has to stop somewhere but it's not.
