The family-owned retailer, which has been in business since 1897, said the store on Bilston High Street will welcome customers for the final time on 2 August.
A closing down sale is now underway, with reductions across all remaining stock as the retailer prepares to exit the site.
The announcement comes four years after Leekes invested in the Bilston store, introducing new branded retail spaces, expanding its garden furniture offering and installing solar panels as part of a refurbishment programme.
In a statement, the retailer said: “The closure marks the end of an era for Leekes in the Midlands.
“For more than 15 years, Leekes Bilston has been a cherished destination for homeowners across the region, and the outpouring of affection from customers visiting the sale has been a testament to the fond memories made within its walls.”
The company added: “Staff and shoppers alike have been sharing their stories, reflecting on years of inspired home transformations and the warm, expert service that has made Leekes a household name.
“While the Bilston chapter is drawing to a close, Leekes remains as strong as ever.
“Family owned since 1897, this beloved British retailer has thrived for almost 130 years – and continues to do so.”
The closing down sale will continue until the store’s final day of trading on 2 August.
Earlier this year, Housewares Magazine spoke to Buying & Merchandising Director Jo Littlejohn following the completion of a £10 million redevelopment of Leekes’ flagship Llantrisant store, where she outlined the company’s long-term commitment to bricks-and-mortar retail and creating destination shopping experiences.
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