Overview

• Jolly’s closed in February 2025 after owner Frasers Group ceased operations at the 1823 Milsom Street store.
• Morleys Stores Ltd secured a lease this spring and plans a soft launch in March 2026, followed by a full reopening in October.
• With council funding in place, restoration work began in June under contractors Bray and Slaughter.
• Initial repairs are targeting the building’s roof, windows and drainage ahead of a full interior makeover.
• The store’s return is seen as a positive signal for Bath’s high street after more than 12,000 UK shop closures in 2024.