Lights out as much-loved store closes doors for final time after 39 years
A well-loved shop in Cannock has turned out the lights for the final time.
Beardsmore Lighting announced its closure on Facebook earlier this month with many residents posting messages of disappointment.
The decor shop was set up 39 years ago on the corner of Church Street and Mill Street and has become a much loved store with many loyal customers.
It is thought a proposal to redevelop the store and the present tenants coming to the end of their lease is the reason for the closure.
A final message posted on Beardsmore Lighting's Facebook page today said: "It is with a heavy heart that we close our doors today, at 5.30pm.
"We want to take this opportunity to express our sincere thanks to all of our truly wonderful customers who have remained loyal to us throughout the years.
"The love and kind messages we have received over the last few weeks have blown us away and we extend our most heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported Beardsmore Lighting.
"It has been our immense pleasure to serve the people of Cannock, Staffordshire and beyond.
"With thanks from Karen and the team of Beardsmore Lighting ladies… Julie, Jodie, Heather, Claire, Shannon and Rachel."
A spokesperson for the store said it would remain open during the first few weeks of April for collections only but not to the general public
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