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Marks and Spencer in Dover MBC01_03_012
Filename: mbc01_03_012.jpg
Size: 5429 x 5504 (4.7MB)
Date: 22nd June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
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Marks and Spencer in Dover MBC01_03_012
Marks and Spencer, Biggin Street, Dover, Kent. The central bay of the front elevation of the Marks and Spencer store at 28-30 Biggin Street, showing the black and gold fascia sign.
Marks and Spencer opened a store in Dover at 43 Biggin Street in around 1911. The store at nos. 28-30 Biggin Street was opened in 1930. It closed in 2019 and the premises was subsequently occupied by a B&M discount store
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Media ID 25316155
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Black Department Store Facade Gold Green High Street Shop Shopping Traditional Fascia Lettering M And S Marks And Spencer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic Marks and Spencer store in Dover, Kent. The image showcases the central bay of the store's front elevation, adorned with a striking black and gold fascia sign. Marks and Spencer first established its presence in Dover around 1911 at 43 Biggin Street. However, it was not until 1930 that this particular location at nos. 28-30 Biggin Street came into existence. For nearly nine decades, this department store served as a beloved shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. The photograph evokes nostalgia for an era when traditional high street shops were bustling with activity. The green, gold, and black color scheme of the fascia sign adds an air of elegance to the facade, reflecting the brand's timeless appeal. Sadly, in 2019, this chapter of retail history came to an end as Marks and Spencer closed its doors at this location. Today, these premises are occupied by a B&M discount store. Nicholas Anthony John Philpot expertly captured not just a building but also a piece of cultural heritage through his lens. This print serves as a reminder of how our towns evolve over time while preserving glimpses into their pasts.
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