THE closure of one of the most popular shops in Corringham has been announced and it will close its doors for a final time this weekend.

The Fantastic Chop Shop is a traditional independent butcher's at 16 St John's Walk and has traded there for almost three decades.

Owner Alan Robinson has announced: "After much deliberation and hard thought I have made one of the hardest decisions of my life.

"As of Saturday, 24 August I will be sadly closing The Fantastic Chop Shop

"I would like to thank everyone for their continued support and custom over the last 27 years."