Liverpool’s city centre is constantly changing as we say goodbye to beloved shops and welcome new favourites.
Iconic Scouse stores like Quiggins and George Henry Lee's have been consigned to history, along with high street brands like Woolworths and Debenhams.
Despite some of the most popular stores closing many years ago, they still bring back fond memories for a lot of us - from Christmas shopping in Lewis’s to picking out a film at Blockbuster.
We’ve scoured the archives for much-loved stores from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s to jog your memories, as well as shops from much further back in the city’s history.
Which is your favourite forgotten shop of Liverpool’s past? Do you think our shops are better today or are you still nostalgic for yesteryear?
Have a look and let us know what you can remember.
9. Rapid Hardware
Rapid Hardware opened in 1971 on Renshaw Street. In 2009, the retailer relocated to the former George Henry Lee store, but by 2013 the brand went into administration. Classic Furnishings was a furniture store by the iconic hardware store. It closed back in 2009. | Google Street View
10. Debenhams
The Debenhams store at Liverpool ONE closed in May 2021 after selling off stock during a fire sale. The three story building on Lord Street has now been taken over by M&S, with the upper floors converted into a leisure facility. | Image: Google
11. Virgin Records
Virgin Records on Bold Street was frequented by many music lovers back in the 1970s. The unit is now home to Maggie May’s. | Steve Lindsey
12. Chelsea Girl
Chelsea Girl, on Church Street, was a favourite haunt for fashion-conscious teens in Liverpool in the 1980s. Chelsea Girl and Concept Man merged to become River Island in 1988. | Other third party Photo: Other third party