Closure date confirmed for Shoe Zone in Waterlooville - when it will close for good

As previously reported in The News, Shoe Zone in Waterlooville will be closing its doors for good, as the company looks to make cuts across the country. The retailer sells shoes at discounted prices, with roughly 400 stores across the country – including units in Portsmouth and Fareham.

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Last year, the brand reported a pre-tax profit of £9.5m, compared to a loss of £14.6m the previous year. Throughout that financial year, 50 stores that were deemed unprofitable were shut down for good.

Now, the death knell has been sounded for the store in Waterlooville’s high street, and a closing date has been confirmed.

The store will be closing for good on Thursday, May 11.

Shoe Zone’s press office was contacted by The News for comment when the closure was first announced, but did not provide any response.