Shoppers, both past and present, frequently share their fond memories of these brands
08:49, 08 Mar 2026Updated 09:04, 08 Mar 2026
The last day of trading for Woolworths in St Johns in Liverpool in 2009.(Image: Tracey O’Neill)
Liverpool’s high streets have undergone significant transformations over the decades, as new businesses arrive and familiar names disappear. In recent years, major retailers and brands have faced considerable challenges, including competition from online shopping, rising inflation, and difficult trading conditions.
This has meant we have had to say goodbye to many iconic stores that have served multiple generations.
Some well-known shops and department stores are now only memories for older residents, having closed their doors many years ago.
Others, despite closing their physical branches, continue to exist online after being acquired by different companies.
Nonetheless, shoppers, both past and present, frequently share their fond memories of these celebrated brands from bygone eras.
To revisit this history, we invite you to test your knowledge of Liverpool’s lost high street brands.
Our quiz features questions on a wide range of former staples, including famous supermarkets, classic department stores, and beloved fashion retailers.
Take the quiz below to see how much you remember about these lost high street brands.
If you cannot see the quiz, click here to take it.
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