A BOOK and stationery store is set to close after a century of calling a Worcestershire town its home.
TGJones, formerly known as WHSmith, will bid farewell to customers after announcing that it will close its doors for good in Droitwich.
WHSmith in Victoria Square has been a prominent name in the town for around a century – it changed its name to TGJones earlier this year.
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A spokesperson for TG Jones said: “As we work to secure the long-term future of TG Jones, we have confirmed that our Droitwich shop will close.
“We know this will be disappointing news for our colleagues, customers, and the local community.
“Our focus now is on supporting those affected and continuing to serve customers throughout the closure period.
“We would like to thank all of our colleagues for their commitment and the contribution they have made to TG Jones.”
GOODBYE: TGJones entrance from St Andrews Square is covered in yellow closure signs, (Image: Newsquest)
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When will TGJones in Droitwich close for good?
TGJones in Droitwich is set to close for good on October 31.
Already, large yellow signs have been put up on the store’s windows and throughout the store.
Shoppers can get up to 30% off many items in-store.
Why is the former WHSmiths closing in Droitwich?
The closure follows the implementation of TG Jones’ court-approved restructuring plan.
It is part of a turnaround strategy to rescue the business from insolvency.
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Alex Willson, CEO of TG Jones, said: “We welcome the court’s approval of our Restructuring Plan. “This decision allows us to move ahead with our turnaround strategy.
“The Plan protects the substantial core of the store estate and makes TG Jones a stronger, more sustainable business.
Yellow ‘everything must go’ signs have appeared throughout the store. (Image: Newsquest)
“We are incredibly grateful to all the colleagues, partners and stakeholders who engaged constructively throughout the process, and to Modella Capital for its continued financial commitment.”
The company currently operates more than 450 stores and employs around 4,700 people, mostly in the UK.
TG Jones has not confirmed how many jobs will be lost as a result of the closures.