The Chuckling Cheese Company to close Middlesbrough store

The announcement comes as part of a wider decision by the artisan cheese and gift retailer to shut down two of its locations, citing dwindling customer footfall and rising operational costs.

The company confirmed that both the Middlesbrough and Doncaster stores will close permanently on April 12, 2025.

The cheese cabinet in one of its shops (Image: CHUCKLING CHEESE COMPANY) In a public statement, the company said: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of our Middlesbrough & Doncaster Stores.

“After careful consideration, we have decided to close our doors due to a significant loss of footfall within both centres, alongside rising costs.

“Both stores will be open until 12th April 2025.

The announcement from the company (Image: CHUCKLING CHEESE COMPANY) “We would like to thank all of our customers for their support over the previous years.”

The Middlesbrough branch, located within the Cleveland Centre, has been a popular spot for shoppers seeking unique cheese varieties, craft snacks, and quirky food-themed gifts.

Its presence brought a distinctive flavour to the town centre, drawing in both locals and tourists with its brightly coloured displays and friendly customer service.

Regular customers have expressed sadness at the news, with some taking to social media to share fond memories and praise the staff.

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The closure highlights the ongoing challenges faced by many high street retailers, as changes in shopping habits and rising overheads continue to affect footfall and profitability across the UK.

The Chuckling Cheese Company’s online store remains open, and the business continues to operate at other retail locations and events around the country.

Until its final day of trading on April 12, the Middlesbrough store will remain open to customers.