16/06/2026
!!! Putting the record straight !!!
We would like to address the recent press release regarding our company.
Firstly this happened back in 2021. We pleaded not guilty to supplying counterfeit goods as all the items we purchased from importers and wholesalers, were bought on invoice and the VAT paid.
None of the items were actually produced by the brands so we pleaded guilty to trade mark infringement, as we didn’t have permission to sell the goods with their logos on.
One of the lamps seized in 2021 did not meet safety standards and posed a risk to consumers. A picture of the lamp is posted below in the comments for anyone that is worried about their purchase. (Click on original post on the shops page to see photo if this post has been shared)
This has been a nightmare for us over the past 5 years, with many sleepless nights, with trading standards originally wanting £907,241.77 POCA.
We have continued to trade for a further 5 years without any of the said items.
We announced earlier this year that we were closing due to the current economic climate and due to ill health.
Most people also choose to shop online since Covid too.
With all this said, Martin & Nicola would like to thank all our customers who have supported us over the last 24 years.
We would like to thank all those people who have reached out with messages of support, this has meant a lot. You know who you are.
So please enjoy our closing down sale so we can have the first summer off in over 26 years !!!!
