It is sometimes hard to keep up with the changes in Manchester city centre. Shops and restaurants are constantly coming and going, and the high street is always evolving.
According to analysis by the Centre for Retail Research, 17,145 shops in the UK closed last year – that works out at around 47 every day. The pandemic has had a hand in some of these closures as businesses continue to grapple with its consequences, and consumers turn to online shopping. At the same time, as with everywhere else in society, the cost of living crisis and soaring energy prices are also taking their toll.
We have also seen several restaurant closures this year, some old favourites and some that came and went along with the pandemic.
Here is a selection of some of the places which shut in Manchester in the last year which we still miss.
We have also seen several restaurant closures this year, some old favourites and some that came and went along with the pandemic.
5. Badabing
Badabing, the Sopranos-themed sub sandwich shop, which was located in the General Store on Great Ancoats Street (pictured) closed in February 2022. Credit: Google Maps | Google Maps
6. The Creameries
The Creameries in Chorlton closed in September 2022. Credit: Google Maps | Google Maps
7. General Store
The Salford branch of the General Store closed in September 2022, but there are still locations at Media City and on Great Ancoats Street. Credit: Google Maps | Google Maps
8. Fifth
The love-to-hate nightclub Fifth, which started out as Legend in the 80s and later became Fifth Avenue, closed its doors in February. Credit: Google Maps | Google Maps