RESIDENTS are ‘gutted’ after a beloved farm shop has announced its shock closure.

This morning, Tuesday, it was revealed that The Farm Shop at Winwick will be closing is doors on Saturday.

The team at the Stone House Farm store, which sells fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, coal logs and more, said that this was with a ‘heavy heart’.

A Facebook post on the business’ page reads: “We are incredibly grateful for your support and custom over the years.

“It has been our pleasure to serve this wonderful community with fresh produce and local goods.

“Please come by and visit us one last time this week! We have some special offers and would love to see you before we close. “

The team thanked customers for their loyalty and support.

Many customers have already reacted to the news, saying how sorry they are to hear it and that they are ‘gutted’.

One person said: “Ahh that’s so very sad to hear, you are an amazing part of the local community. Thank you for all your amazing work to provide such a great service.”

Another said: “You will be truly missed. Myself and my husband used to love the drive out to your farm shop for your local honey and amazing eggs. Good luck in whatever your future holds.”