Sunderland's Debenhams store to close within days as new owners urge shoppers to seek out 'unmissable discounts'

Bargain hunters have just days to check out the last of Debenhams’ stock as the business’s new owners confirm its Sunderland store will close within days.
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The remaining 45 stores are expected to close on or before Saturday, May 15.

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The chain collapsed at the end of last year, with the closure stores confirmed after Boohoo agreed to only buy its website and brand in a £55 million rescue deal.

Shoppers wait to get into Sunderland's Debenhams store, which will close on Saturday, May 8.Shoppers wait to get into Sunderland's Debenhams store, which will close on Saturday, May 8.
Shoppers wait to get into Sunderland's Debenhams store, which will close on Saturday, May 8.

It has said shoppers will find “unmissable discounts”, including up to 80% off fashion and home and at least 50% off everything across the store, including beauty and fragrance, with the discounts in force as it clears its stock.

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A spokesperson added: “We are now heading into the final days of our closing down sale and this is the very last chance for our customers to take advantage of some incredible deals.

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“Our sincere thanks go out to all of our colleagues and customers who have joined us on this journey.

“We hope to see you all one last time in stores before we say a final goodbye to the UK high street.”

Also listed to close on Friday, May 8, is its Middlesbrough shop, while its Newcastle base is listed to close on Saturday, May 15.

For more on opening hours visit debenhamsstoreclosures.com.

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