Comet Group facts for kids
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| Electrical retailer | |
| Industry | Retail |
| Fate | Administration |
| Founded | 1 January 1933 |
| Founder | George Hollingbery in Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Defunct | 18 December 2012 |
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UK
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Area served
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United Kingdom |
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Key people
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Bob Darke (MD) Carl Cowling (COO) John Clare |
| Products | White Goods, Brown Goods, Telecommunications, Information technology, Home Entertainment |
| Owner | OpCapita (2012) |
Comet was a well-known chain of shops in the UK. They sold many different electrical items for your home. Comet was once the second largest seller of TVs. They were also the biggest seller of Fridges, Washing Machines, and Dishwashers in England.
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What Was Comet?
Comet was a big name in electrical retail. They had many stores across the UK. People went to Comet to buy things like new TVs or kitchen appliances. The company aimed to help customers find their "ideal" products.
Comet's Beginnings
Comet started a long time ago. It was founded on January 1, 1933. The founder was George Hollingbery. He opened the first shop in Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire. Over the years, Comet grew from a small shop into a large chain. It became a familiar sight on many high streets and retail parks.
What Could You Buy at Comet?
Comet sold a huge range of products. They focused on things that use electricity.
- White Goods: These are big kitchen appliances. Think of fridges, freezers, washing machines, and dishwashers. These were very popular at Comet.
- Brown Goods: This term refers to home entertainment items. This included TVs, radios, and music players.
- Telecommunications: Comet also sold phones and other communication devices.
- Information Technology: You could find computers and related items there too.
- Home Entertainment: This covered things like DVD players and other gadgets for fun at home.
Comet's Slogan
From 1978 until it closed, Comet had a famous slogan. It was "We Deal In Your Ideal." This slogan meant they wanted to help customers find exactly what they needed. It showed their focus on customer satisfaction.
Why Comet Closed Down
Comet was in business for a very long time. It operated for 79 years, from 1933 to 2012. However, the company faced many challenges. Shopping habits changed a lot over the years. More people started buying things online. Also, there was a lot of competition from other shops.
In 2012, Comet went into administration. This means the company could no longer pay its bills. It had to close all its shops. The last Comet store closed its doors on December 18, 2012. This was a sad day for many people who had shopped there for years. At the time it closed, the company was owned by OpCapita.
Images for kids
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A typical Comet outlet, in Pontefract, West Yorkshire.
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A Comet branch next to rivals Currys in Guiseley, West Yorkshire.
