Leicester's Intasound music shop closing due to parking issues

A well-known music shop in Leicester is closing after almost 50 years in business. Intasound has struggled with parking problems that have hurt sales. The family-run store began as an organ shop in 1976 and is now the last independent music store in town. Brothers Lloyd and Alex Wright took over the shop from their father, Malcolm. Lloyd mentioned that customers often complain about the hassle of finding parking, especially when buying large items. This has led to the decision to close the store on Narborough Road. However, Intasound is not shutting down for good. The brothers plan to move to a new location just 12 minutes away by car. Their new space will have dedicated parking, which they hope will attract more customers. They are aiming to open their new shop on 14 Saffron Way before the May bank holiday. In celebration of the move, the Narborough Road store will hold a big sale. Many other retailers are facing challenges, with many independent stores closing due to the rise in online shopping and high business costs. The retail sector has seen a significant number of closures recently. In 2024, 13,479 stores shut down, with many being independent. The outlook for 2025 is grim, as experts predict even more retail job losses due to rising costs and economic pressures.