A rope shop????

I know Im sad, but I found this shop which seemed to delight in the sale of different colours, textures and thicknesses of rope.

It must have something to do with sailing, given some of the articles in the window, and there must be a market for it, but nevertheless, I couldnt imagine going to the bank manager for a loan to start a new business!

Can you imagine the conversation?

"Could I borrow £300,000 please?"
"Certainly, whats it for?"
"I want to open a rope shop!"
"Get f***ed"