HMV reopens York city centre store after major makeover

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 16:31 · Archive

HMV in York's Coney Street will reopen at 9am on Thursday after refurbishment, offering free gifts to its first 25 customers.

HMV in York's Coney Street will reopen at 9am on Thursday after a major makeover. The first 25 customers will receive free goody 'swag bags'. Maintenance staff were seen painting the store's iconic outdoor sign in preparation for the reopening.

The store has been a focal point of York's high street since the 1990s. It was rescued in February 2019 when bought by Doug Putman, owner of Sunrise Records. A HMV spokesperson said the company was 'excited to elevate the shopping experience at its York shop' through the 'reimagined space designed to enhance the way customers discover more of what they love'.

Following the Covid-19 pandemic, HMV has revamped its spaces with areas dedicated to K-pop designs, trading cards and other merchandise. HMV's managing director Phil Halliday noted that trading has improved, saying the store is now busy on Saturdays when young customers visit, when previously it was quiet.

How it is being reported

• Major retailer set to reopen in York city centreHMV, in Coney Street, York, is preparing to welcome customers back after a major makeover.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 12 Oct, 16:00
• Major retailer set to reopen in York city centreHMV, in Coney Street, York, is preparing to welcome customers back after a major makeover.The Press (York) · 12 Oct, 16:00

In this story: HMV · York · Doug Putman · Sunrise Records · Phil Halliday

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