Virgin Megastores UK

The story of Virgin Megastores UK

Virgin Megastores grew from Richard Branson's record-retailing activities. Its UK stores were rebranded Zavvi in 2007 after a management buyout.

Origins and development

Virgin Megastores UK forms part of the history of British music retail. The business or brand dates to 1976. Virgin Megastores grew from Richard Branson's record-retailing activities. Its UK stores were rebranded Zavvi in 2007 after a management buyout.

Ownership and later years

Recorded ownership or associated operators: Virgin Group; sold to management and renamed Zavvi. The original UK chain or named retail format ended or changed in 2007. The distinction between a closed chain and a surviving trademark should be checked when updating this record.

Archive and branding research

Historic shopfront photographs, dated advertisements, original logos, catalogues and company reports should be added when their dates and reuse permissions can be established. This is a research draft and should be fact-checked before publication.