Sale Foodhall calls it a day at Stanley Square Shopping Centre

Sale Foodhall which has been in existence since 2019 has sadly decided to call it a day at its Stanley Square site.

Due to the cost of energy the foodhall could not operate however the good news is at this time the Stretford Foodhall continues.

Not far away another business had to shut its doors for the last time namely ‘The Bridge Pub’ which we have been told had its electric and gas bills shoot up from around £3k a month to £9k which was unsustainable.

More businesses like this will gradually fall and with gas prices falling sharply the energy companies must reduce prices for these types of businesses either that or we will have nothing left.

In a statement by Sale Foodhall on social media they said: “Dear all an update to share regarding our wonderful Sale Foodhall.

After facing unprecedented cost increases over the last 12 months, we are unable to keep the business moving forward sustainably. Sadly we have made the decision that Sale Foodhall will close. We will be trading up to and including the 2nd April 2023.

We share this news with a heavy heart.It is really tough at the moment for hospitality businesses, independent businesses, retailers, makers- everyone really! We know that you, our guests and followers are feeling it too and we’re sorry that we couldn’t keep serving you in Sale

As one of the first independent businesses to arrive in Stanley Square, it’s been wonderful to be a part of the journey of the town so far. We have become so invested – it’s tough to let it go but we have not been able to find a way forward. Rising costs, especially in terms of power, have proved insurmountable for us here in Sale. We take with us warm memories of Groceries & Beer and witnessing the transformation of the mall!

Our priority is to keep our colleagues in jobs and so we’re focussed on that right now. Our Stretford Foodhall remains open.

We’d like to thank all the talented traders, makers, creators and everyone else who has been part of our story in Sale. And especially our customers who have welcomed us into the community from day one. Warm thanks to all the team at Stanley Square who have supported our journey since we met in 2019.

Wishing all our neighbours and fellow businesses the best – Onwards and upwards – to everyone.”