Trafford Centre Quiz Store Among Last UK Shops Shutting This Month 2026

Key Points

• Fashion retailer Quiz has confirmed 11 more store closures between now and 17 June 2026
• The Trafford Centre quiz store in Warrington is among the final Quiz shops set to close this month
• Quiz collapsed into administration in February 2026, marking its third administration in six years
• Nine stores have already shut: Aberdeen, Inverness, Bracknell, Dunfermline, Norwich, Newry, Leeds, Romford, and Castlecourt
• The 10 stores scheduled to close between now and 17 June are: Warrington, Basingstoke, Hanley, Mansfield, Eastbourne, Telford, Carlisle, Watford, Clydebank, and Irvine
• Approximately 200 jobs are at risk following Quiz’s administration collapse
• Quiz was founded in 1993 in Scotland and operated 40 stores plus seven concessions before the latest collapse
• Administrators from advisory firm Interpath were hired after weaker-than-expected sales and a disappointing Christmas trading period
• Remaining stores are operating under clearance sales, not accepting refunds, with the online store closed
• Quiz has entered administration for the second time in little more than a year
• All 37 remaining UK stores are expected to close by the end of June 2026
• Redundancies will affect staff at the Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre

 Trafford (Manchester Mirror) June 13, 2026 – Fashion retailer Quiz has confirmed that nine of its stores have now closed and a further 10 are scheduled to shut by 17 June, as the business enters the final weeks of shutting down its UK store network following its fall into administration in February. The Trafford Centre store, located in Warrington, stands among the final Quiz shops set to close this month, marking another blow to the UK high street as the Scotland-based fashion chain winds down operations.

Why Did Quiz Fall Into Administration in 2026?

As reported by the editorial team at The Industry Fashion, administrators cited weaker-than-expected sales and a disappointing Christmas trading period as key factors behind Quiz’s collapse. The fashion retailer hired administrators from advisory firm Interpath in February after suffering a “tough start” to 2026, with the business at risk of running out of cash by the end of March. This marks the third time Quiz has entered administration in six years, highlighting the chain’s persistent financial struggles.

Founded in 1993 in Scotland, Quiz has struggled over the past year despite operating 40 stores and seven concessions before the latest collapse. The beleaguered fashion retailer was forced to close 23 stores following its initial slide into administration in February 2025, putting approximately 200 jobs in jeopardy at that time. Now, the company has entered administration for the second time in little more than a year, confirming it will close all 37 of its remaining outlets.

Which Quiz Stores Are Closing Between Now and 17 June?

The complete list of stores scheduled to close between now and 17 June 2026 includes Warrington (Trafford Centre), Basingstoke, Hanley, Mansfield, Eastbourne, Telford, Carlisle, Watford, Clydebank, and Irvine. The nine stores that have already shut are Aberdeen, Inverness, Bracknell, Dunfermline, Norwich, Newry, Leeds, Romford, and Castlecourt.

As reported by journalists at the Independent, fashion retailer Quiz is set to close its remaining 37 stores by the end of June, administrators have confirmed. This phased closure programme means shoppers in these locations will have limited time to access clearance sales before the stores permanently shutter.

How Many Jobs Are at Risk Following Quiz’s Administration?

Approximately 200 jobs are at risk following Quiz’s administration collapse, with redundancies affecting staff at the Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre. The fashion chain’s collapse has resulted in the shutdown of outlets across the UK and Ireland, leading to a total of 191 job losses from the initial 23-store closure in February 2025.

As reported by the Express, the ever-evolving British high street is saying goodbye to some of the most established stores of the past three decades, with Quiz’s establishment in Scotland in 1993 now coming to an end. The job losses highlight the wider impact beyond the shop floor, affecting administrative and distribution staff as well as retail employees.

What Conditions Apply to Remaining Quiz Stores During Clearance?

While the chain’s 40 stores and seven concessions remain open for now, they are operating under clearance sales, are not accepting refunds, and the online store has closed. Customers wishing to purchase from remaining Quiz stores should note that no refunds will be accepted, meaning all purchases are final during the clearance period.

As reported by journalists at the Mirror, Quiz has confirmed it will close all 37 of its remaining stores after the UK fashion retailer was placed into administration for the second time in little more than a year. The clearance sales represent the final opportunity for shoppers to purchase Quiz merchandise before the brand completely exits the UK physical retail market.

What Does Quiz’s Collapse Mean for the UK High Street?

The UK retail sector, and fashion retail in particular, continues to face profound structural challenges, underlined by Quiz’s third administration entry in six years. The closure of fashion chain Quiz collapses with the loss of almost 200 jobs has raised concerns about a potential crisis on the High Street following recent Budget announcements.

As reported by the editorial team at Fashion Capital, Quiz’s struggles exemplify the broader pressures facing UK fashion retailers in 2026, with weaker sales and disappointing trading periods becoming increasingly common. The INCLUDING Trafford Centre store closure represents another vacancy on the UK high street, contributing to ongoing concerns about retail sector sustainability.

Background: Quiz’s Administrative History and Financial Decline

Quiz was founded in 1993 in Scotland and built a presence across the UK with 40 stores and seven concessions before entering its first administration in February 2025. At that time, the retailer closed 23 stores across the UK and Ireland, putting approximately 200 jobs in jeopardy and eliminating 191 positions. The company hired administrators from advisory firm Interpath after suffering weaker-than-expected sales and a disappointing Christmas trading period.

Less than a year later, in February 2026, Quiz entered administration for the second time, marking its third administration overall in six years. Administrators cited a “tough start” to 2026 and the risk of running out of cash by the end of March as critical factors. The chain’s 40 remaining stores and seven concessions continued operating under clearance sales with no refunds accepted and the online store closed.

By May 2026, administrators confirmed that all 37 remaining UK stores would close by the end of June 2026, with nine stores already shut and 10 more scheduled to close by 17 June. Redundancies will affect staff at the Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre, representing the final phase of Quiz’s complete withdrawal from the UK physical retail market.

Prediction: How Quiz Store Closures Will affect UK Fashion Shoppers and Retail Workers

The closure of all Quiz stores will significantly affect UK fashion shoppers, particularly those in towns like Warrington, Basingstoke, Hanley, and Mansfield who relied on the brand for affordable occasionwear and party dresses. Shoppers in these locations will face reduced options for budget-friendly fashion as the Trafford Centre and other Quiz locations permanently close, forcing them to seek alternatives from competing retailers or shift to online shopping.

Retail workers in the affected areas face immediate job insecurity, with approximately 200 jobs at risk across the UK. Employees at the Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre will be among those affected by redundancies, while shop floor staff at the 10 remaining stores scheduled to close by 17 June will lose their positions. This wave of job losses compounds the 191 positions already eliminated during Quiz’s first administration in 2025, creating significant employment challenges for retail workers in Scotland and northern England.

The Trafford Centre store closure specifically will impact Warrington residents and shoppers from surrounding areas who visited Quiz for fashion needs, potentially reducing foot traffic at the Trafford Centre overall. Local retail ecosystems in towns like Carlisle, Watford, Clydebank, and Irvine will also experience vacancy effects as Quiz leaves empty retail spaces that may remain unfilled in the current difficult retail climate.

For the UK fashion retail sector broadly, Quiz’s complete exit signals continued structural challenges that may affect other struggling retailers. Shoppers may see increased clearance sales at competing stores attempting to capture Quiz’s former customer base, while retail workers may face heightened competition for remaining positions as the high street continues experiencing vacancies. The closures represent another chapter in the ongoing transformation of British retail, where established brands spanning three decades are disappearing from the high street.