Bristol high streets have changed dramatically through the years and bigger changers are coming in the next few years, especially around the city centre.
We decided to take a moment to reflect on the changes and asked our readers which stores they used to love visiting and still miss.
The responses ranged from small independent stores to well known chains.
Here are 18 of the great stores we loved and miss dearly.
1. Beattie's Model Shop
Located on Penn Street, near Castle Park, the popular model chain sold a wide range of hobbyist products, including model kits, model railways, die-cast models, radio controlled vehicles and other hobby supplies. It closed down in 2001. | Google Maps
2. Paradise Garage
Located on the ground floor of Haymarket Walk, Paradise Garage was a popular shop for punks and goths to buy their clothes, shoes and jewellery. | Greg Embery via Bristol Archive Records
3. C&A
The store on the Horsefair was very popular and a go-to shop for many parents when it came to buying school uniforms for kids. It closed down in the late 1990s. | Thomas Harper via Flickr
4. Woolworths, Whiteladies Road
The popular retail chain offered a great variety of merchandise, including clothing, toys, home goods and food items. It closed down in 2009. | Bristol Archives