8 iconic UK shops that thrived in 2016 but have since vanished from the high street

High streets in the UK were alive with retail giants that generations of shoppers knew and trusted. From bustling department stores to popular restaurant chains, these brands were at the heart of British shopping and everyday life. Yet in just a few short years, many of these once-iconic businesses have disappeared.

Molly Monks, business insolvency expert and founder of insolvency firm Parker Walsh