A pop-up cycling shop has made its permanent home in a city centre. The Guilty Cyclist first came to Chichester’s Crane Street on a temporary basis in July. It specialises in high-quality cycling clothing that has been designed to be extremely durable.
It arrived as part of Chichester District Council’s pop-up shop scheme and is now here to stay. Kateryna Kryvokhat’ko-Furlong, who owns the shop, said: “I'm really pleased to say that I'll be in Crane Street on a permanent basis. “The pop-up shop scheme helped me settle into the city and welcome residents and visitors who are passionate about cycling.
Thank you to all the customers that have supported me and helped make this dream a reality. “I came up with the idea for my business , The Guilty Cyclist, after struggling to find quality cycling clothing that fit well and was durable. READ MORE: Inside new luxury spa with its own cocktail and juice bar “I'm also working with local bike maintenance businesses to offer cycling repair and maintenance workshops.
“I look forward to seeing more people come along and visit Crane Street.” As part of the scheme, the council made use of suitable vacant properties it owned as temporary premises for small and start-up businesses. Councillor Harsha Desai, cabinet member for economic development, communication and licensing and events , said: “The ultimate aim of the pop-up shop scheme was to support businesses to eventually become permanent fixtures on our high street and .
