AN independent grocery store in Westbourne has closed its doors after 18 months of trading.

Westbourne Grocer in Seamoor Road announced it had closed for good on Tuesday, December 13.

In a statement posted on Facebook, Westbourne Grocer said: “It is with great sadness that we have had to crease trading.

“Thank you to our amazing customers for your support over the last 18 months.”

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The shop mainly offered fresh fruit and vegetables sourced from local growers and producers along with a range of different products including fermented goods and organic produce such as spaghetti squash.