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Iconic Jeweller plans to move to former Debenhams Store

Friday, 1 July 2022 05:00

By Sarah Dunphy

Former Virgin Money Site. Image - The Press.

An iconic jeweller to royalty, celebrities, and significant historical figures has plans to move into a former York department store.

An iconic jeweller to royalty, celebrities, and significant historical figures has plans to move into a former York department store. The Watches of Switzerland Group has applied to the City of York Council to refurbish and reconfigure former Virgin Money and Debenhams units, aiming to create a new 625m2 store.

The proposed retailer is Mappin & Webb, an international jewellery company founded in 1775 with previous clients that include Queen Victoria and Charles Dickens.

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