Milton Keynes bike dealer The Bike Sanctuary, has announced that it is closing its doors and entering liquidation. The Hanslope-based store has cited sudden and unforeseen circumstances as the reason for its decision to cease trading. However, in an online post, the owners have pledged to “do the right thing” and will “work with administrators to return motorcycles currently in our care – both customer workshop bikes and bikes left with us on a sale-or-return basis.”
“We made the difficult decision to close the doors on 12 June to allow our appointed insolvency practitioners the space to assess the business and determine the best path forward,” the statement said. “This is a formal and legal process, not a decision we made lightly.”
The firm hit out at what it called harassment and intimidation of its staff following the closure. “Some of our staff, who have sadly lost their jobs through no fault of their own, have been subjected to harassment via personal social media, phone calls, and even at their homes. This behaviour is not only deeply unfair – it is unacceptable. We will report every case of intimidation or threats to the appropriate authorities without exception.”
The statement also suggested that The Bike Sanctuary might live on in another form. “This liquidation process is in place to protect customers, safeguard remaining assets, and explore the potential for new ownership or investment that could see The Bike Sanctuary continue in a new form. However, this is a legal and complex process that does not happen overnight. If you are affected and need to get in touch, please email [email protected].”