Mystery surrounds closure of popular London bike shop
VIA Atelier said to have overdue rent payments, as landlord seeks new tenants
London bike shop and cafe VIA Atelier has abruptly closed its doors, leaving locals and cyclists alike wondering about its future. The store, situated in Coal Drops Yard near Kings Cross Station, placed a "notice of forfeiture by peaceable re-entry" in its window on July 24th, indicating that the landlord had seized the property due to unpaid rent.
Since then, VIA has been closed for six weeks, with no clear indication of when or if it will reopen. The business, co-founded by Michael Sodeau and Anthony Demetre, sold products from popular brands and hosted various cycling events before closing. While the bike workshop remains open, the store is reportedly running low on stock.
VIA has assured its community that their cycling club's weekly rides will continue as they work to resolve the situation.
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