A FLORIST is set to close after decades in a city market.
Hillmans' Florist in Hereford's Butter Market will close around Christmas, as owner Barbara Garlick retires after five decades in the trade.
In an announcement today (October 23), Ms Garlick said that after many years, she had made the "difficult decision" to retire.
"I have been at Hillmans for 50 years, so a huge part of my life, which is why it has been so difficult to make this decision," she said.
"This now means I can do things which I have always put aside.
"This has been a long and enjoyable journey with lots of changes, within the Butter Market, floral trends and fashions and in the flower industry in general.
"Not forgetting the wonderful customers who, through laughter and tears have become friends all of which I will always be grateful."
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The shop will remain open for the festive season, offering Christmas flowers, cards, memorial items and wreath-making sundries.
However, usual Christmas orders will be limited and the shop will possibly sell out of some things earlier than usual.
Last Christmas deliveries will be made on December 22, and unless anyone wishes to purchase the business, it will close down around Christmas time.
Unless anyone wishes to purchase the business, it will close down around Christmas time.
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