Thickett's Shop on Manchester Road, Stocksbridge, was built in 1895 and closed after 101 years in 1996. It was opened by Edwin Thickett, a tailor, and his wife Minnie. Their granddaughter Betty and her husband Albert McKay were the third generation to carry on the business. The shop's final day made the local news, either Calendar or Look North, and this 28 minute film is the 'rough-cut' unedited version which was sent to the family. It starts with a few family photos and an interview with the owner, Betty McKay, starts at 03.57.
Betty passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on the 15th May 2024 in the home where she had lived and worked all her life. She was surrounded by family and her beloved cats to the end.
With thanks to Stephen McKay, son of Betty and Albert