💨 Abstract
The article explores the history and enduring significance of Britain's corner shops, highlighting their role in communities through historical challenges like wars, economic shifts, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The piece features stories of long-standing family-owned corner shops, including Keith Tomes' shop in Swanage, which has operated since 1908, and Bobby Singh's BB Superstore in Pontefract, which has been a community staple since 1984.
Courtesy: Luke Alsford
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