Apple is permanently closing its retail store in the heart of Bristol, England next month, and there is no replacement store in sight.The store's final day of business will be Saturday, August 9.Within the past few days, Apple updated the store's page with the following message: Apple Bristol is closing due to redevelopment plans at the Cabot Circus Shopping Centre, and the adjacent Bristol Shopping Quarter.
In a statement shared with in April, Apple said affected employees will be able to continue their roles at the company: Apple Bristol first opened in 2008, with the location formerly known as Apple Cabot Circus.The two-floor store still had a classic design that was due for a facelift.The lower level serves as a product sales area, while the upper level provides space for Genius Bar appointments and Today at Apple creative sessions.
The company has two other stores in the surrounding areas, including Apple Cribbs Causeway on the outskirts of Bristol, and Apple SouthGate in Bath.
