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The businesses that shut down in Norfolk last month

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02.04.2026

Miramira in King's Lynn closed in March (Image: Newsquest)

Miramira, a Spanish jewellery chain in King's Lynn's High Street, shut its doors for good on Friday, March 27, one day earlier than expected.

Franchisees Darren and Catherine Mooney, who opened the store in 2018, described the decision to stop trading as "difficult".

"This hasn’t been an easy choice, but we are so incredibly grateful for the support, loyalty and kindness our customers have shown us during our time here," they previously said.

"Being part of this community has meant more than we can say.

"To everyone who has shopped with us, shared our posts, recommended us, or simply popped in for a browse, thank you."

A 50pc off closing-down sale was in place until the store closed.

2. Original Factory Shop

Multiple The Original Factory Shop stores across Norfolk closed last month (Image: Newsquest)

The Original Factory Shop chain plunged into administration at the end of January, with Interpath Advisory being appointed to oversee the business.

In March, the stores in Attleborough, Dereham, Watton, Downham Market, Gorleston and Cromer all closed down.

Upon announcing the original closing date, the team at the Cromer store shared a statement which said: "Unfortunately, we have some sad news to share with you all.

"We have been given a closing date for Sunday, March 29.

"Unfortunately, not the outcome we would have hoped for, but we can only deal with what we have.

"Please do pop in and see us while also grabbing some amazing bargains.

"We would really like to stress, though, please be kind to my team. This is some unfortunate and very sad news, so we are still processing this, too."

Dirt in Magdalen Street has closed

Dirt, a punk shop in Norwich's Magdalen Street, shut its doors last month, with owner Mark Blenikorn citing safety concerns after making a controversial post on social media.

The 62-year-old sparked outrage when he published a picture of an allegedly young woman's behind on his Facebook page.

Mr Blenkiron defended his actions as being a joke.

The caption of the controversial post read: "Greetings from Norwich Market, have a fab weekend".

Brewdog, in Queen Street, Norwich, shut at the start of March. (Image: Newsquest)

BrewDog in Queen Street permanently closed its doors at the start of March, despite the Scottish craft brewer being snapped up in a rescue deal by a US firm.

Tilray Brands, which produces medicinal cannabis as well as craft beer in the US, has acquired the BrewDog brand in a £33 million deal.

Pub workers were sacked without warning during a 15-minute video call, and weren’t given the chance to ask questions during the meeting because they had been put on mute.


© Norwich Evening News