This month, a much loved and historic department store in Cardiff its shutting its doors for the final time The House of Fraser store, known to many by its previous name Howells, has been a fixture in the city centre for more 140 years. So, news of its closure prompted shock and disappointment, as well as fond memories from those who have shopped as well as worked there.
We spoke to workers past and present about their favourite things as well as take a look back on Howells over the years. But before we delve into those, here's a potted history about the store.
In 1865, James Howell opened his new drapery warehouse in The Hayes, Cardiff. The landmark that is the Howell's building on St Mary's street in Cardiff, occupied his business from 1883. The Howells department store rebranded in 2010 as House of Fraser after they purchased it in 1972. You can read more on the House of Fraser closure here.
