Retail & Banking
Changing face of banking and shopping in the city.
Britannia Building Society
In 2009 the society merged with The Co-operative Banking Group. In January 2013, the Co-operative announced that the Britannia name would be phased out by the end of 2013, and they would began rebranding branches under its own...
Sony Centre
Victor Electronics were the parent group for the chain of Sony electronics stores across the UK and ceased trading in 2013 following a slump in sales.  The store closed in spring 2013.
Ivison
One of two long standing florists in Lichfield. Established in 1932 the florist is now run by Hannah and is the fourth generation of the family to run the business.
Cooperative
Opened in 1913 on the site of the dolphin hotel. Lasted until the mid 1970’s.  
White Stuff
The British fashion and lifestyle brand that sells women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing, accessories, homeware and gifts shop opened in 2015.
Dylan Convenience Store
Old style corner shop opened in the location after Swinton closed in 2017.
Swinton
The Lichfield offices of the Swinton closed as part of the restructuring implemented by the company in 2016 due to drop in profits.
Burton Menswear
Built in 1913 the building was originally the site of the Co-operative and as a child I just about remeber going up to the first floor to see Father Christmas. Burton moved in to building in the 1970’s.
Vivid Ink
The studio opened in the city in January 2018 after the closure of The Moroccan restaurant in 2017.
Morgan Hair & Beauty
Morgan Hair & Beauty is located in a victorian shop on the corner of Market Street and Bird Street. The shop can be seen on the right in this postcard from c.1900’s. The small statue on the front of the building has long since...
Eleven Hair & Beauty
The second hairdresser to open at the location after Temple Tree Hair in 2010.
Home of Fragrance
One of the short stay Christmas shop that opened in Lichfield. This one Home of Fragrance opened after the closure of 39 Steps in 2011.