The Chuckling Cheese Company will permanently close its Middlesbrough and Doncaster stores on 12 April 2025, citing declining footfall and rising operational costs.
The Middlesbrough store, located in the Cleveland Centre, and the Doncaster branch are part of a wider restructuring effort by the artisan cheese retailer. The company will continue to operate through its online store, other retail locations, and events.
The closures reflect broader challenges for high street businesses, as shifting consumer habits and increasing costs impact physical retail.
