WHSmith brand set to vanish from British high streets after 230 years as firms place bids on all 500 stores

WH Smith name to disappear from high streets after sale

In recent years the likes of Woolworths, Topshop and Debenhams have disappeared from our high streets. All once mighty retail outlets boasting thousands of stores.

WHSmith brand set to vanish from British high streets after 230 years as firms place bids on all 500 stores

The WHSmith brand name might completely disappear from British high streets as the retail giant closes in on a deal to sell their remaining 500 stores.

WHSmith high street stores set to vanish as company eyes sale of 500 locations - Birmingham Live

WHSmith has been in talks with several potential buyers regarding the sale of its 500 high street stores, but the retailer is understood to believe it cannot have two separately owned businesses trading under the same brand

WHSmith brand to disappear from 500 streets in blow to high street

The company is shifting its focus to its more profitable travel division, which operates in airports, train stations, and service areas.

WHSmith to lose name on all high street stores after sale

WHSmith's name is set to disappear from British high streets after more than 230 years of trading

Full list of WHSmith store closures after more announced for this year

WHSmith has been part of the British high street since the late 18th century (Picture: EPA) WHSmith, long the UK’s go-to for pens, Sudoku books and gifts, is closing down 10 branches in 2025 in another blow to the UK high street. Eight branches have already been closed in Scotland, Kent, and Manchester this year as the historic retailer places 500 stores up for sale. And now shoppers will be waving goodbye to even more in London, Manchester and …