Honestly? It’s all about money, baby. M&S realized that giant stores in weird locations (looking at you, old arcades) weren’t making enough profit. Plus, nobody is buying suits in 2026—everyone’s wearing joggers to weddings.
So they’re cutting the dead weight. Think of it as a retail liposuction. They’re keeping the good bits (food, underwear, Percy Pigs) and chucking the flabby bits (the homeware section where you couldn’t find a single toaster).
Oh, and online shopping? That’s a huge reason. Why drive to a big store when you can order Dine In for Two from your sofa while wearing pajamas? M&S knows. They know.
So, How Do I Know If My Store Is Closing?
Good question. M&S has a “Store Closure List” on their website, but it changes faster than a Percy Pig’s smile. The best bet? Check local news—or just ask the cashier next time you’re buying sticky toffee pudding. They usually know before the CEO does.
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Alternatively, look for signs: if your M&S has more closed escalators than open ones, start worrying. If the food hall is the only floor that’s busy, a closure is brewing.
As of now, the confirmed 2026 list includes Croydon, Colchester, Norwich, Staines, Falkirk, Brentwood, and Londonderry. I’m sure there are more, but M&S is being mysterious about it. Like a cat playing with a ball of wool—sneaky.
