Quiz Announces Major Clearance Sale as 40 Stores Risk Closure - Full List
The fashion brand Quiz has launched a significant clearance sale across all 40 of its locations in the United Kingdom and Ireland. This move comes after the company collapsed into administration, largely due to a disappointing Christmas trading season that severely impacted its financial stability.
Uncertain Future for Quiz Stores
Quiz operates 40 stores and concessions throughout the UK and Ireland, and every single one is now hosting a clearance sale as their future hangs in the balance. While no definitive confirmations have been made regarding the fate of the majority of these locations, some branches have already confirmed plans to shut down permanently.
Among the stores that are confirmed to be closing are branches located in Essex, Norwich, and Basingstoke. The administration process is ongoing, and further announcements are expected as options for the business are explored.
Statement from the Administrator
Alistair McAlinden, head of Interpath Scotland and joint administrator for Quiz, provided a statement regarding the situation. He said, "As we continue to explore options for the business, we would encourage shoppers to visit their nearest stores, with further discounts available on all remaining stock." This indicates that the clearance sales are part of an effort to liquidate inventory while the company's future is determined.
Full List of Quiz Stores with Discounted Sales
The following is a comprehensive list of all Quiz locations currently offering discounted sales. Shoppers are advised to check with individual stores for specific details on discounts and availability.
- Aberdeen, St Nicholas Shopping Centre
- Arndale, Manchester
- Basingstoke, Festival Place
- Bracknell, Lexicon Centre
- Braehead Shopping Centre, Glasgow
- Buchanan Galleries, Glasgow
- Cardiff, St David's Centre
- Carlisle, The Lanes
- Carlow, Shaws Department Stores
- Castlecourt, Belfast
- Castleford, Outlet Village
- Clydebank, Britannia Way
- Craigavon, Rushmere Shopping Centre
- Derby, Derbion Centre
- Drogheda, Shaws Department Stores
- Dunfermline, Kingsgate Centre
- Eastbourne, Arndale Centre
- Glasgow Fort, Provan Way
- Galway Ryans, Shop Street
- Hanley, The Potteries Shopping Centre
- Hull, Main Deck, Princes Quay
- Inverness, Eastgate Shopping Centre
- Irvine, Rivergate Centre
- Kilkenny, High Street
- Lakeside, Grays
- Leeds, White Rose Centre
- Leicester, High Cross Shopping Centre
- Letterkenny, Letterkenny Retail Park
- Livingston, Almondvale Centre
- Mansfield, Four Seasons Centre
- Meadowhall Shopping Centre, Sheffield
- Merryhill Centre, Birmingham
- Metro Centre, Gateshead
- Newry, The Buttercrane Centre
- Newtownabbey, The Abbey Centre
- Northampton, Grosvenor Centre
- Norwich, Castle Quarter
- Portsmouth, Cascades Shopping Centre
- Romford, Liberty Centre
- Sligo, Mullaney's Department Store
- St Enoch Shopping Centre, Glasgow
- Stirling, Thistle Marches
- Telford, Overdale
- Trafford Centre, Manchester
- Warrington, Golden Square Shopping Centre
- Watford, Harlequin Shopping Centre
- Wexford, Shaws Department Stores
The clearance sales represent a critical moment for the Quiz brand, as administrators work to navigate the challenges posed by the company's financial difficulties. Customers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounts while stock lasts, as the future of these retail locations remains highly uncertain.
