Spotting a Debenhams ghost sign in Stockport.
A time capsule view of old Stockport |
As a fan of retail history and ghost signs it was Marvellous to see the old Debenhams logo from 1986-1991 on show at the former Debenhams store in Stockport town centre yesterday evening.
The window graphics from the 90's, along with a ghost sign outline where the DEBENHAMS letters once were |
The building is now home to the recently opened Joseph James Furniture Outlet.
How the shop looks in April 2024 |
Debenhams ceased trading on the high street in May 2021 after 243 years of operation. You can still find ghost signs and somewhat intact storefronts around the UK where the shop units have not been occupied by a new business.
Debenhams in Stockport, December 2020 |
The former Debenhams is over the road from the former Tandy shop, where you can still find a ghost sign. It's also on the same road where until recently you could find a British Home Stores ghost sign.