Residents express a strong desire for improved shopping in Andover, missing brand names like Primark and diverse retail options.
People feel Andover has lost its special appeal. Some doubt claims that shopping is okay. Residents think the current shopping is not good. Mandy Ranson misses the old butcher shops, bakeries and fish shops. She also longs for bakeries and fish shops.
She worries about people who cannot drive and feels online shopping is risky for some. Mark Keogh thinks the town has almost nothing. He says you can only get haircuts, coffee, or place a bet.
Jackie Vaughan remembers many shops when she moved there. She misses Adams and Marks & Spencer. Susan French thinks there are too many vape shops, barbers and coffee shops.
Sandra Gunton wants fewer nail bars and better men’s clothing choices. Tracy Mck thinks shopping in Andover is terrible because there are no big brand stores. John Guerrati mentioned M&S left quickly.
Online chatter shows a strong desire for better shops that meet everyone’s needs. Janet Cape says they need clothes shops for all ages. Paula Whyte thinks Primark would be a great addition.