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The Entertainer to Close Poole High Street Store in January 2026

The toy retailer says renewing the lease was not commercially viable given changing shopping patterns.

Overview

  • The company confirmed the Poole closure follows a decision not to renew the store’s lease after a commercial review.
  • A spokeswoman cited shifting shopping habits and cost growth outpacing sales as reasons for the exit.
  • The Entertainer expressed regret over the impact on the colleagues who run the Poole branch.
  • Local customers are directed to the online toyshop and to toy concessions in Poole Fleets Corner Extra, Poole Extra and Poole 4 Branksome, with products also available in Matalan.
  • The chain operates roughly 160 stores nationwide and has transferred ownership into an employee ownership trust.