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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Thomas George

'There were 25 family shops like us when we started. Now we're the end of the line'

When Colin and Alan Hesketh began working at their father’s independent sports shop in the 1970s, it was one of dozens across Greater Manchester.

Almost half a century on, it’s the last one standing. In a world dominated by online shopping and huge retailers, Bury Sports and Trophies is a throwback to a bygone era.

Inside you'll find its walls and counters lined with everything from snooker cues and cricket pads to snorkelling gear and slingshots. If you grew up in or around Bury the chances are that you’ve bought something from here down the years.

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