Maplin
A favourite stop for electronics enthusiasts.
The story of Maplin
Maplin Electronics was known for electronic components, hobbyist equipment, cables and gadgets. The former nationwide UK retail chain entered administration in February 2018, and its last branches closed in June that year. The Maplin name subsequently returned online under different ownership, so this profile distinguishes the former shop network from the revived brand.
Branding through the years
Historical images and clearly identified reconstructions.
Maplin Electronics store in Bishopsgate, London
Archival photograph of the brand at this point in its history.
Image: Adambro · GFDL (check file page) · Original source ↗Maplin electronics store in Boughton, Chester
Archival photograph of the brand at this point in its history.
Image: Benkid77 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Original source ↗Historical image archive
Image: Benkid77 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Original source ↗
Image: Adambro · GFDL (check file page) · Original source ↗
Brand timeline
Maplin Electronics Limited enters administration
Final former-chain stores close in June
Maplin name used again by an online retailer
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