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'It’s Not Been an Easy Decision': Food Stall Announces Immediate Closure

  • Coronation Street actress Jennie McAlpine and her husband Chris Farr announced the closure of their Manchester restaurant Annies today.
  • The couple had operated Annies since it opened in 2012 and said they discussed closing it for a long time but gave no specific reason for the shutdown.
  • Annies, situated in St Ann's Square, was a well-loved city-centre gastropub celebrated for its comforting meals and laid-back vibe, and it received widespread recognition after being voted the favourite tea room by visitors at the Manchester Tourism Awards.
  • Jennie and Chris announced with deep sadness that they have closed Annies this week, and they expressed their gratitude to the staff and customers who became like friends throughout their journey.
  • The sudden closure saddened many loyal patrons who shared fond memories and grief in social media responses, while Jennie and Chris's reasons for closing remain undisclosed.
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Coronation Street icon announces Manchester restaurant closure

Jennie McAlpine has shared that her restaurant in Manchester has closed down after opening in 2012.

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Manchester Evening News broke the news in Manchester, United Kingdom on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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