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08
Dec 2020
Former Wrens retailers relocate to new Ripon base
It's business as usual for two independent retailers, following the closure of Wrens department store in Ripon.
Mike and Liz Cooper and Hedley Hall have made the short journey from Fishergate to Queen Street, after Wrens' owner Mark Butler helped them find new premises.
Mike and Liz sell jewellery, watches, fine porcelain and furniture at their Red Buttons business; Hedley specialises in antiques, collectables and vintage models.
They had traded together at Wrens for seven years.
With some swift action and negotiation with the landlord, the two businesses were able to make their move.
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They look forward to successful trading in the crucial Christmas period and beyond.
Mike told the Stray Ferret:
Among its services, Red Buttons transforms jewellery into custom-crafted pieces.
Mike, who learnt his skills during 30 years at Goldsmiths jewellers, following 12 years in the Royal Navy, said:
Liz, added:
Hedley expressed similar sentiments:
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