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The Original Factory Shop reveals Shildon shop closing date
Taking to social media yesterday (March 16), the company announced their final day of trading will be Sunday, March 29.
The Facebook post said: “Unfortunately we have some sad news to share with you all.
“We have now been given a closing date. Last trading day will be Sunday, March 29.
“We would have loved a different outcome, but we can only deal with what cards we have been dealt.”
In the run up to closing, all items have been slashed with heavy discounts of up to 50 per cent.
The Shildon team said it is “an extremely upsetting time” for staff as the shop enters its final weeks.
The post added: “Please do pop in and see us whilst also grabbing some amazing bargains, myself and team would love to see you all before we go.
“I would really like to stress the following though, please be kind to my team as this is an extremely upsetting time with lots of uncertainty ahead, which we are still processing.
“Thank you for your support throughout the 22 years we have been on Church Street.
“Suzanne and all the Shildon team.”
Administrators from Interpath Advisory were officially appointed on Wednesday, January 28.
Rick Harrison, managing director at Interpath and joint administrator, previously said “trading challenges” have caused the business to go into administration.
He said: “The Original Factory Shop has long been a cornerstone of local high streets up and down the country.
“Unfortunately, however, trading challenges have impacted the business such that the company had to be placed into administration.”
Since announcing the closing date, many longstanding customers have taken to social media to share their support.
One person said: “Absolute travesty. Best wishes to all the staff – such a miss for the area.”
While another person commented: “This is sad news. It’s been a pleasure shopping there and I wish the team all the best, just another one to close.”
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