Bargates Fish and Chips in Christchurch. Picture: Google Maps
AN ESTABLISHED fish and chip shop in Christchurch closed at the weekend due to lack of trade.
Saturday January 19 was the final day of trading for the Bargates Fish and Chip Shop.
Owner Emma Long, whose father runs the Long John's chain of fish and chip shops, said: "I have been there for two years and sadly there just isn't enough business any more."
Announcing the closure on Facebook she said: "We are sorry to say that Bargates Fish and Chip is closing down.
"We just wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone who supported us through our journey, to family, friends, loyal customers and a massive thank you to our staff.
"On to new ventures."
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