Eyres of Chesterfield ceased trading in April 2022 after 147 years – failing to secure the “critical funding” needed to survive.
The business owed millions of pounds when it closed, with debts to staff, customers and HMRC – but the empty building will soon be given a new lease of life.
Property agents have confirmed this week that the sale of the landmark building will go through within days.
Debbie Thompson, of Innes England, said: “The sale has taken a while to get there although we are due to complete on May 17.”
The building that fronts Holywell Street was put on the market in July 2023 with a guide price of £650,000. Massive interest resulted in the property going to be best bids in September.
Derbyshire Times readers have suggested what they would like to see happen with the building once the sale is finalised – what are your hopes for the future of the former Eyres site?
Property agents have confirmed this week that the sale of the landmark building will go through within days.
5. Laser quest and gaming area
Elvira Mciv said: “It would make an amazing multi-use space for older kids and adults to have fun - laser quest, gaming place, sensory space etc. I'm guessing it will be flats though.” Photo: Brian Eyre
6. ‘House of fun’
KL Holmes said: “Wouldn’t it be brill if it became a house of fun and had lots of street food vendors, crazy golf, climbing walls, soft play and then a night club on the bottom floor. I can dream.” Photo: Derbyshire Times
7. New gym
Emma Jayne Mason suggested that the site could be used as a gym. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. Ice rink or flats
Peter Thompson said: “Flats or ice rink best as we have enough empty shops.” Photo: Brian Eyre