News: Flats plan for historic building
Part of a prominent corner building at the foot of Rotherham town centre's regenerated High Street could be converted into flats under plans submitted to the Council.38-40 College Street comprises a...
View ArticleNews: Former M&S building going under the hammer
A prominent building in Rotherham town centre is set to be sold at auction next month.27 - 29 College Street in Rotherham, known by many as the previous home of national retailer, Marks & Spencer,...
View ArticleNews: Morrisons looks to add retail units at Rotherham store
National supermarkert chain, Wm Morrisons, has applied to improve the retail offer at its Rotherham store at Bramley with the addition of new units in the car park.In March, bosses at the retail firm...
View ArticleNews: Small Business Saturday in Rotherham town centre
Small Business Saturday is being celebrated again in Rotherham town centre this weekend with consumers encouraged to support small businesses and shop local. Launching in the UK in 2013, Small Business...
View ArticleNews: Holdsworth returning to racing
Holdsworth, a prominent professional bike racing team of the 1970's, is being brought back to the circuit by Rotherham-based retailer, Planet X, and it has been given a distinctly South Yorkshire...
View ArticleNews: £12m bus station revamp approved
The planning application for the long-awaited revamp of the bus station in Rotherham town centre has been approved but the owner of the adjacent shopping precinct is unhappy at the prospect of the...
View ArticleNews: Former Rotherham M&S building sold
A prominent building in Rotherham town centre has been sold following an auction earlier this month.27 - 29 College Street in Rotherham, known by many as the previous home of national retailer, Marks...
View ArticleNews: Bunnings Warehouse opens in Rotherham
Home improvement and garden retailer, Bunnings Warehouse, has officially opened its new Rotherham store, its first opening in the North of England.Keen to climb up the ladder in the £38 billion a year...
View ArticleNews: Plans in for new Rotherham restaurant
A planning application has been submitted to convert a large empty retail unit into a restaurant and wine bar at Stag Roundabout in Rotherham.A number of eateries have joined the popular Cuccini's cafe...
View ArticleNews: New Rotherham boutique gets UKSE boost
Rotherham-based boutique ladies clothing store, RebLe, has opened its doors following receipt of a £500 grant from the UK Steel Enterprise (UKSE) Kickstart Fund.The UKSE funding has allowed business...
View ArticleNews: Council considering free Wi-Fi plan for Rotherham town centre
Shoppers and visitors could soon be offered a free Wi-Fi service in Rotherham town centre as the local council considers ways to stimulate footfall.Rothbiz reported in September on how the local...
View ArticleNews: Factory stores bring Christmas cheer for Crawshaws
Rotherham-based Crawshaw Group PLC, the fresh meat and food to go retailer, has given an update on the festive trading period which included its biggest ever Christmas week.The AIM-listed Hellaby firm...
View ArticleNews: Rotherham retailers looking for new CEOs
Maplin and Fishing Republic, two national retailers that have their headquarters in Rotherham, are both searching for new chief executive officers (CEOs).Manvers-based Maplin sells a range of products...
View ArticleNews: Historic Rotherham High Street building on the market
Another prominent Grade II listed building in Rotherham town centre has been put up for sale, offering a redevelopment opportunity between the award-winning High Street and Rotherham Minster.Known by...
View ArticleNews: Specsavers Rotherham unveils expansion
Specsavers in Rotherham town centre has unveiled its brand new store refurbishment and expansion, representing a major investment in community health provision and creating new jobs.The Specsavers...
View ArticleNews: Plans brewing for two new Rotherham ale venues
The Rotherham suburbs are set to get a taste of the real ale and craft ale phenomenon as two sets of plans have been served up for new bars.At Wickersley, which is already a popular destination for...
View ArticleNews: Further parking incentives in Rotherham town centre
Rotherham Council is set to introduce further parking incentives to support economic growth in Rotherham town centre, but have stopped short of offering free parking across the board.Rothbiz reported...
View ArticleNews: New recruits at fast-growing Pricecheck
Award-winning firm, Pricecheck Toiletries, has taken on three new members of staff as it continues to grow from its premises at Beighton Link Business Park in Rotherham.Pricecheck is a leading supplier...
View ArticleNews: Fishing Republic nets £1.3m from share placing
Rotherham-based Fishing Republic, one of the largest fishing tackle retailers in the UK, has raised £1.3m through a new share placing.The Eastwood company floated on the AIM stock exchange in 2015,...
View ArticleNews: Rotherham town centre commercial building up for auction
A prominent commercial building in Rotherham town centre has been put up for sale and is set to go under the hammer next month.1-22 Effingham Square is the large block of offices with retail units...
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