Somerset fashion retailer closes High Street store after 16 years
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 31
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What happened
Kanya, an independent fashion retailer in Minehead, closed its High Street store on October 31, 2026, after 16 years in business. The owner, Tracy Kanya, thanked customers, staff, and suppliers ahead of the final trading day. She also noted that her mother, Hazel, provided funding for her first venture, The Frock Exchange, in Minehead, around 20 years ago.
Why it matters
The closure represents the end of a long-standing independent women's fashion destination in Minehead. The business closure affects local retail activity and the supply chain of local fashion brands and suppliers.
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