A POPULAR store hailed 'the best shop in the city' has abruptly closed down after 37 years on the high street. A beloved independent retailer has shut its doors for good, leaving loyal customers devastated. Kong, known for selling top street wear brands and boasting a loyal following in Coventry.
Image Credit: The Sun [An independent retailer that sells clothing for men and women has now closed, leaving customers 'gutted'. Kong, located on the Burges in the city centre, closed its doors on December 31 after 37 years., , Kong was described as a 'lifestyle store' with a skate heritage that sold items and accessories from world-leading brands, including Nike, New Balance, Fred Perry, Adidas, The North Face, Dr Martens, and more. The store opened in 1987 and has another store in Leamington Spa on Bedford Street., , The store sold items ranging from hoodies, jackets, denim, footwear, and trousers to accessories like belts, sunglasses, shoe cars, and bags. It also sold skateboard decks and hardware., , The Kong team says that over the years they have had the opportunity to 'watch people grow' and have made many friendships, which has made saying goodbye to the Coventry store 'bittersweet'. In a statement on Facebook, the team said: "With mixed emotions, we would like to announce that as of today, our Coventry store will close its doors after 37 years on The Burges.]
Since opening in 1987, the shop had become a mainstay of Coventry’s retail scene, offering fashion for men and women with a skate-inspired twist. The store, described by fans as “so much more than just a shop,” was praised for its wide range of clothing, footwear, and accessories, featuring popular names such as Nike, Adidas, The North Face, and Dr Martens.
Image Credit: The Sun [An independent retailer that sells clothing for men and women has now closed, leaving customers 'gutted'. Kong, located on the Burges in the city centre, closed its doors on December 31 after 37 years., , Kong was described as a 'lifestyle store' with a skate heritage that sold items and accessories from world-leading brands, including Nike, New Balance, Fred Perry, Adidas, The North Face, Dr Martens, and more. The store opened in 1987 and has another store in Leamington Spa on Bedford Street., , The store sold items ranging from hoodies, jackets, denim, footwear, and trousers to accessories like belts, sunglasses, shoe cars, and bags. It also sold skateboard decks and hardware., , The Kong team says that over the years they have had the opportunity to 'watch people grow' and have made many friendships, which has made saying goodbye to the Coventry store 'bittersweet'. In a statement on Facebook, the team said: "With mixed emotions, we would like to announce that as of today, our Coventry store will close its doors after 37 years on The Burges.]
It also catered to the skating community, selling skateboard decks and hardware. The closure came as a surprise to many, with the team confirming the news on December 31 in an emotional statement. Posting on Facebook and Instagram, they thanked customers for their years of support and reflected on the many friendships formed during their time in Coventry.
The post read: “With mixed emotions, we would like to announce that as of today, our Coventry store will close its doors after 37 years on The Burges.". “Over these many years, we have made numerous friendships that will last a lifetime and had the opportunity to watch people grow; this makes saying goodbye to Coventry all the more bittersweet.”.
The team also paid tribute to their staff, past and present, calling it “an honour and privilege” to work with them. While the Coventry branch has closed, customers have been reassured that Kong’s Leamington Spa store on Bedford Street remains open, with vouchers and returns still valid there.
