Homeware chain with 80 locations closes store leaving shoppers ‘gutted’ and saying replacement shop is ‘ludicrous’
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SHOPPERS have been left gutted as a homeware chain with 80 locations has announced it will close a store. The Homesense in Salisbury revealed that it will be shutting its doors before the end of the month, and locals aren't happy with what will replace it.
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The homeware company, part of TJX International, which owns TK Maxx, confirmed the closure with signs in the window of its Churchill Way West store. A Homesense spokesperson said: "Our store will be closing during the week of February 24. "We appreciate the support of our loyal customers and associates over the years.
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"We look forward to welcoming you to TK Maxx Salisbury in Cross Keys Arcade, where you can continue to find high-quality, top-brand homeware, fashion, gifts, and childrenswear at amazing value.". Shoppers are taking to Facebook to share their disappointment and their outrage at what they could see take its place.
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Lidl has reportedly submitted plans to take the vacant lot right down the road from a Waitrose. "There's a real need for a supermarket on the Wilton side of town.". Another replied: "Gutted its shutting love this shop.". A third said: "What a shame. Loved that shop. Always find something different in there.".
Salisbury's Homesense will close for good on January 27. Salisbury customers' closest Homesense stores will be in Southampton (Above Bar Street) and Bournemouth (Castlepoint Shopping Centre). Salisbury also recently saw the closure of Smyths Toys on January 5.
