Carlisle group Foreways has appointed administrators from Armstrong Watson, forcing the closure of five mini-supermarkets that traded under the Premier name for nearly 40 years, according to owner Billy Bone. The sudden liquidation affects neighborhood stores across the city, leaving local residents ‘gutted’ and prompting an outpouring of community tributes online.
Carlisle Premier Stores Face Liquidation After Decades
Owner Billy Bone confirmed that administrators have taken over the business, shutting down all five independently owned mini-supermarkets operating under the Premier name. Across the UK, roughly 4,000 stores operate under the Premier banner, with the vast majority remaining independently owned.
Community Impact and Nostalgic Tributes
Local residents voiced their sadness across social media, highlighting the vital role the corner shops played during local emergencies. One customer recalled relying on the Bedford Road shop during the severe floods of 2005. According to the customer’s Facebook post, they managed to secure essential supplies like beans and bottles of pop in the gloom when the area lost electricity.
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List of Affected Foreways Locations in Carlisle
The liquidation impacts five distinct neighborhood addresses across Carlisle.
- 69 Wigton Road, CA2 7AY
- 16 Bedford Road, CA2 5QE
- 309 Blackwell Road, CA2 4RS
- 123 Newlaithes Avenue, CA2 6PP
- 264 Warwick Road, CA1 2BX
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the Foreways stores closing in Carlisle?
The five Foreways mini-supermarkets are shutting down after the business fell into liquidation, with owner Billy Bone confirming that Armstrong Watson was appointed as administrators.
How long had the Foreways group operated in Carlisle?
The group had traded under the Premier name for nearly 40 years as an independently owned operation before entering administration.
Which specific addresses are affected by the closure?
The closures impact stores located on Wigton Road, Bedford Road, Blackwell Road, Newlaithes Avenue, and Warwick Road.
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