A FORMER designer menswear shop which closed in mysterious circumstances with stock left hanging in the window has been placed on the market.

Zinc Menswear, on Leigh Broadway, shut suddenly 18 months ago with no explanation and calls have mounted since for the building to be utilised due to its prime spot in Leigh.

The shop specialised in high-end and branded men’s clothes and has now finally been cleared out and placed on the market by estate agent Ayers and Cruiks.

The shop, located at 59-61 The Broadway, Leigh, can be rented for £4,167 per calendar month, or £50,000 per annum.

Matt Dent, Labour councillor responsible for business, culture, and tourism, welcome the positive update.

He said: “It is good news. I hope it is now swiftly filled as we never want to see empty units.

“We want to see businesses active and trading, so it is good to hear it has been cleared and now advertised.

“I hope to see it occupied and back trading soon.”

Leigh traders previously stated they were “not surprised” by the shops closure due to a lack of parking in the area, however the estate agent is marketing the site as a great opportunity for a new business to capitalise on “significant pedestrian and vehicular activity”.

Carole Mulroney, councillor for the Leigh ward, is hoping a new independent business can take control and build on the success of the surrounding area.

She said: “This is good news for such a large unit on one our premier shopping streets.

“I very much hope we will see an outlet of individuality which will further enhance Leigh’s independent trading history.”

The estate agent’s description adds: “Leigh Broadway witnesses significant pedestrian and vehicular activity.

“Convenient lay-by parking lines the street, and a nearby car park provides additional parking options.

“The property is situated on the north side of Leigh Broadway and benefits a 33ft frontage the property also features a spacious retail area, a kitchenette, restrooms, and several changing rooms along with a storeroom.”

To view the retail unit, visit https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/150566762#/