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Locals say 'the Grafton is dead' as shops keep closing

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08.08.2025

The future of Cambridge's Grafton Centre has left many locals feeling disappointed and uncertain, as more shops shut their doors and plans for new labs begin to materialise. Readers of Cambridgeshire Live have been voicing their opinions on what the changes mean for the city.

The Grafton Centre in Cambridge is undergoing rapid changes ahead of its transformation into a science-focused site. Recent closures include Angel Beauty Parlour, The Vue cinema, and The Perfume Shop.

In February 2024, Cambridge City Council gave the green light to Pioneer Group's plans to partially demolish the shopping centre to make room for new life science........

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