The Porty Street Fest is now an annual tradition. But this year, it takes on a special significance with the closure of Brighton Place. There may be signs insisting that Porty is ‘open for business’ but the High Street is quieter than usual at this time of year. Traders are hoping that the event this coming Thursday will attract people to shop locally – and to bring in extra customers as well.
The Porty Street Fest is now an annual tradition. But this year, it takes on a special significance with the closure of Brighton Place. There may be signs insisting that Porty is ‘open for business’ but the High Street is quieter than usual at this time of year. Traders are hoping that the event this coming Thursday will attract people to shop locally – and to bring in extra customers as well.