'We are eternally grateful for you...' Sale town centre hit by second shop closure in a week

-Credit: (Image: Google Maps)
-Credit: (Image: Google Maps)


Sale town centre has been hit by a second closure notice from one of its businesses in less than a week.

Sally Beauty, located inside the Stanley Square shopping centre, announced on Thursday that its last day open would be October 9.

The news came just days after it was announced that a stalwart of Manchester’s culinary scene, Greens restaurant – located just three units away from the beauty store – would be closing its doors with immediate effect.

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In a statement on social media, the Sally Beauty team said: “We just want to take this time to thank all of our amazing customers who have shopped with us over the years. We are eternally grateful for you and the Stanley Square Sale staff and employees who make working here so special.

“We still have amazing offers on for you over the next coming weeks and if you need to stock up before closing, we are here to help. Love from Chelsea and Kerry.”

The store formed part of the American brand Sally Beauty, selling brand-name cosmetic products and supplies to both public and professionals. Local news site Life in Sale said it had been “somewhat of a staple in Stanley Square” whose departure “leaves a gap in Sale’s local retail offering”.

Stanley Square, Sale -Credit:Manchester Evening News
Stanley Square, Sale -Credit:Manchester Evening News

Commenters on the post were quick to voice their dismay, with one writing “aww guys! I’m gutted for you.”

“Good luck, such a shame, wishing you all the best in your future,” wrote another.

The news will come as another blow to business in the area, following the recent departures of Greens and Rigatonis restaurants, and the announcement that Ashby’s grocers were selling up.

The latter said in a statement dated September 6 that the move was “the hardest decision [they] had had to make”.

“Running a business is hard and we have tried everything we can to make things work. But we’ve had to do what’s best for us and our families.”

It’s not all bad news for the area, however, with the announcement coming in July that a new boutique cinema named The Northern Light would be coming to the square in early 2025.