Bath DIY shop boss set to retire
The owner of a Bath hardware shop who is retiring at the end of the month has thanked his customers for their loyalty.
Barry Wright, of Wright’s Hardware in Mount Road, Southdown, took over the shop in 1987 following the death of his wife Christine.
-
Barry Wright
The 68-year-old, who had previously been working as a plumbing and heating engineer, has stayed at the shop since.
The father of four and grandfather of five said he had no fixed plans for his retirement as yet, or for what he would do with the property.
Dyson DC50i - Bagless upright vacuum cleaner - BALL Technology -...
View detailsThisi is Dyson's smallest upright vacuum cleaner with the performance of a full size upright machine. The DC50i has Dyson's most advanced cleaner head technology and 2 Tier RadialTM cyclones.
Terms: LIMITED STOCK OFFER. FREE delivery to most UK postcodes - Next working day dispatch.
Contact: 01664 491439
Valid until: Monday, May 27 2013
He thanked his customers and said he had enjoyed his time working at the hardware store over the past 25 years.
He said: “I have enjoyed the customers and it has been great here. I have just come to the end of my working life.”
He added: “I would like to thank all of my customers for their loyal support over the years.”
The shop had been run by his late wife for two years before her death.
Comments
by t1mmyb
Friday, May 25 2012, 9:08AM
“I think it's only twice that I've asked Barry for something and he didn't have it - his shop was truly one of a dying breed of "Aladdin's Caves", and will be missed in the Mount Road area. Enjoy your retirement Barry!”
by clarysage50
Sunday, April 29 2012, 1:23PM
“Oh dear..yet another DIY/hardware shop closing - these small shops providing excellent, personal service are so important to the community. Best wishes on your retirement.”
by sejhfkjsdhg
Sunday, April 29 2012, 9:48AM
“A proper shop with a helpful guy. You will be missed.”
by jezer
Saturday, April 28 2012, 10:04PM
“Good luck to you, whatever you decide.”