Partridges (retailer)
Partridges was an independent retailer in Chelsea, London that was known for selling specialty items. It closed in February 2025.[1]
Partridges was launched in 1972 by Sir Richard Shepherd and originally located on Sloane Street. It received Royal Warrant from Elizabeth II in 1994 moved to Queripel House in 2004.[1] Other than the monarch, Partridges was known to be popular among wealthy residents of Chelsea and London being described as the "country's poshest grocer".[2]
Partridges also operated a popular weekly food market in Duke of York Square which continues to operate.[2] Its closure was described as one commentator as being emblematic of the death of the high street.[3]
A second Partridges location was opened in 1998 on Gloucester Road and remains open.[4]
References
[edit]- 1 2 "Access Restricted". www.telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
- 1 2 Bannerman, Lucy (2025-01-14). "Royal grocer Partridges shuts up shop after 50 years". www.thetimes.com. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
- ↑ Byrne, Arabella (2025-01-18). "Partridges and the slow death of Chelsea". The Spectator. Retrieved 2025-12-15.
- ↑ Dawn-Hiscox, Tanwen (2025-01-31). "Partridges closes Chelsea store, promising "smaller, more sustainable shops"". Guild of Fine Food. Retrieved 2025-12-15.