After announcing its potential closure earlier this month, The Teddington Butcher on Waldegrave Road officially closed its doors on Saturday, 30 November, to the dismay of many local residents.

In an exclusive interview with Teddington Nub, owner Steve said that he would have to close the shop due to not being able to get enough staff.

He said: "There's just nobody, no youngsters about coming into the trade or anything.

"I'm 64 and I was just thinking, actually, I've had enough. Now that's enough."

Steve is now hoping to retire.

A letter posted on the door wrote: "To all our lovely loyal customers:

"Sadly, Saturday 30th November 2024 will be the last day we will be here to serve you in this wonderful Teddington community. 

"Our shop has been a butchers for over 100 years, but because of the short supply of skilled butchers we've made the difficult decision to close. 

"Everything changes, not always for the better, but we feel proud and honoured to have served you for the last 18 years.  This wouldn't have been possible without your ongoing support and loyalty to us, a local and small independent business.  Thanks to you, we have some amazing memories to look back on.  

"Over the last 10 years you have also helped with our fundraising for The Brain Tumour Charity (The Linzi Geddes Fund) in memory of our daughter and sister, Linzi.  Together, we've raised more than £32,600 towards our £47,000 target.  Your generosity has been hugely appreciated.

"We thank you from the bottom of our hearts and wish you all the best for Christmas and the future."