Comments on: The Re-Opening Of Crescent Trading

By: david saxby

david saxby — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:31:08 +0000

Legends….proud to know them….

By: paul robert spendlove

paul robert spendlove — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 20:44:19 +0000

Hi Martin,
I only just found out about Philip
So very sad to hear that we no longer have such a lovely man in the trade.
I always received a warm welcome visiting you both and enjoyed every minute in you company.
I also learnt a lot from you for which I thank you.
Paul.

By: Ronnie Newman

Ronnie Newman — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 12:30:19 +0000

My dad Len and I dealt with Phillip for 25 years, He was a regular visitor to our factory in Great Eastern St., collecting our off-cuts and sample remnants every few weeks. We had the same joking discussions every time over what the sacks of rags and remnants were worth and we were all always satisfied that a fair deal had been agreed in the end (even if Phillip lifted his foot up under the sacks when weighing them). The last time we traded with you was around 1990 after we sold the business to Skylar Knitwear. My dad passed in 1994 he was 84. I’m now 85 and still going (just). If I remember rightly Phil was about 5/6 younger than me. So sorry to hear of Phillips passing, his humour and personality will be missed by all who knew him. Martin, keep well and keep working if you still enjoy it. Best wishes, Ronnie Newman

By: Darren Sheehan

Darren Sheehan — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:16:43 +0000

I first met the lads in the mid nineties .
a very unique style which i found charming but also very thorough.
From a by gone era.
Hard times but simple times.

I hope your still trading Martin.
Phillip will be greatly mised for sure .

By: Tina

Tina — Thu, 13 Jan 2022 10:44:35 +0000

I googled your business today to see if you’ve reopened since the pandemic and was devasted to learn of Phillip’s death.
He was always a true gentleman, like you, Martin! We don’t see many honest, old fashion men with respect and professionalism in this industry. I’m only a small business and you never treated me any different to your bigger clients.
“The two little greek girls” send our condolences to you and Phillip’s family.
May he RIP and he’s legacy of a true gentleman live on!
Be strong and stay safe x

By: Jill Beauchamp

Jill Beauchamp — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 09:45:16 +0000

Glad to know that you are carrying on. I would love to visit your Emporium.
I am mask exempt & allergic to hand sanitisers I will be unable to partake of the rich feast of fabrics.
Long may you thrive!

By: anita

anita — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:37:39 +0000

I have only recently found out about the sad news about Philip, my thoughts are with his family and Martin.

I wasn’t able to visit as much as I would have liked, due to the distance involved.

When I was able to visit, I loved every moment, for the banter, knowledge and great fabric. It was an honour to have met Philip.

By: Jayne Edwards

Jayne Edwards — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 11:49:39 +0000

So sorry to hear about Philip. I came just before the first lockdown and had such superb service. My plan was to bring my sewing club but cannot because of the virus, would you consider sending fabric by post?
Jayne Edwards at Gaddens Sewing Club

By: Rubina and Shirley

Rubina and Shirley — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 18:43:10 +0000

Hello Martin,

Shirley and I have purchased a lot of fabric from Philip and his charisma and personality will be sadly missed. Our deepest sympathies to you and his family. Great news about Crescent Trading reopening and we shall see you soon!

By: Katherine Hardy

Katherine Hardy — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:02:36 +0000

Hi Martin,
I am so very saddened to hear the news about Philip.
Dawn & I (Hardy & Hooper) have been coming to you for nearly 20 years. We always loved our visits to you & bought some fabulous quality cloths from you over the years.
I very happy to hear that you have opened again Martin. Well done!
We must come & visit you again very soon.
Our deepest sympathies to you & to Philip’s family. What a wonderful man he was.
Kindest regard,
Katherine