16 of Mansfield's longest-running businesses that have defied the odds to stand the test of time

By Shelley Marriott

Published 7th Feb 2023, 14:01 BST

Updated 9th Feb 2023, 12:57 BST

The last couple of years have been hard for everyone and some of those which have been hit hardest have been businesses.

Mansfield has seen the loss of some well known shops and businesses.

But here are some of the Mansfield businesses which have stood the test of time and are still around today.

These are listed in no particular order.

Cowens on Commercial Gate, Mansfield, was founded in the Midlands in 1973 by Bob Cowen and Slav Kuchta, as a commercial insurance broker.

1. Cowens

Cowens on Commercial Gate, Mansfield, was founded in the Midlands in 1973 by Bob Cowen and Slav Kuchta, as a commercial insurance broker. Photo: Google

Mick Radford Electrical on Carter Lane, Mansfield, was founded by Michael and Sandra Radford in 1970.

2. Mick Radford Electrical

Mick Radford Electrical on Carter Lane, Mansfield, was founded by Michael and Sandra Radford in 1970. Photo: Google

Mansfield Garage Doors on Great Central Road, Mansfield, was established in 1968.

3. Mansfield Garage Doors

Mansfield Garage Doors on Great Central Road, Mansfield, was established in 1968. Photo: Google

John Sankey on Albert Street, Mansfield, is one of Mansfield's longest established leading independent estate agents after first opening in 1968.

4. John Sankey

John Sankey on Albert Street, Mansfield, is one of Mansfield's longest established leading independent estate agents after first opening in 1968. Photo: Google