Huge UK service station declares shut down as main rival enters liquidation
Popular Tebay Services on the M6 in Cumbria has announced partial closures throughout February for shop updates, while SRT Petroleum on the A37 is set to enter liquidation in April
Popular UK service station announces closures as another enters liquidation(Image: Getty)
A beloved farm shop at Tebay Services on the M6, in Cumbria, has revealed temporary closures during February as the business carries out improvements to the store. Tebay Services is a firm favourite amongst motorists, who will regrettably witness the Westmorland Farmshop and Kitchen “closing briefly” this month, including Tuesday, February 24.
The store and kitchen at the Tebay Services might be shutting for an extended period as a four-year motorway closure scheme is under consideration. National Highways has stated that shutting Junction 38 of the M6 is essential to enable the replacement of eight bridges.
Nevertheless, Tim Farron, the Liberal Democrats MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, claimed the closure “could be the killing of many shops”.
“This extent of disruption will be huge. There’s been absolutely zero consultation or thought about mitigation or any kind of reaching out.”
Tebay Southbound closures, reports the Express.
Tebay Services stated: “If you are still passing by, our Filling Stations and Kitchen/Food Hall will remain open as usual. Head to our website for their opening hours. Thanks for bearing with us whilst we get everything set up properly. If we can re-open our Farmshops earlier, we will. Safe travels, and we’ll see you soon!”.
Another firm that operates a petrol station on the A37, SRT Petroleum, is due to enter liquidation in April. Whilst the company will shut down, the petrol station is anticipated to stay open.
The service station, situated between Dorchester and Bristol, boasts a Greggs, Costa Express, Budgens and a 24-hour off-licence.
Daniel Harrison, from Bridgewood Financial Solutions, confirmed: “I can confirm the company ceased trading in January this year following increases in rent and other costs, as well as a reduction in trade.
“The director is taking steps to realise the company’s remaining assets before taking it into voluntary liquidation. My firm Bridgewood are assisting with this and expect the company to enter liquidation in April.”
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