Old Nottingham in photos: 12 iconic Nottingham shops that readers want to see brought back

With Christmas just a few weeks away, many of us will already be busy planning where to buy presents for friends and family. 

These days, thanks to online marketplaces, Christmas shopping is easier than ever.

We can quite easily complete our Christmas shopping from the comfort of our living rooms, rather than heading into town and traipsing around shops. 

Sadly, these changing habits have dramatically changed the way our high streets look, with many shops closing due to a lack of footfall. 

Nottingham is no exception to this trend, particularly when you look at how city centre streets including Clumber Street and Lister Gate have changed in recent years. 

With this in mind, we asked readers which much-loved Nottingham shops from down the years need to make a comeback. 

It’s fair to say that this question really got readers thinking, with dozens of suggestions coming in. 

Some are independent shops, while others are former chain favourites. 

Below are 12 shops that Nottingham World readers want brought back the most. 

1. Pearsons Department Store

Long Row

Closed in 1987

2. BHS

Broadmarsh Centre

Closed in 2016

3. Virgin Megastore

Wheeler Gate

Closed in 2009

4. Debenhams

Long Row

Closed in 2021

5. C&A

Lister Gate

Closed in 2001

6. Allders Department Store

Broadmarsh Centre

Closed in 2005

7. Woolworths

Victoria Centre

Closed in 2008

8. Selectadisc

Market Street

Closed in 2009

9. Limeys

Bridlesmith Gate

Closed in 2007

10. Arcade Records

Chapel Bar

Closed in 2000

11. Disney Store

Victoria Centre

Closed in 2021

12. Wilko

Lower Parliament Street

Closed in 2023