Ludlow bakery trades for final time

A popular bakery in Ludlow has closed.

Bread2Bake in Foldgate Lane confirmed it traded for the final time on Monday.

Posting on social media, the business said: "We are utterly devastated and heartbroken to have to share this news with you, but as of today Bread2bake had closed its doors.'

"We would like to thank each and every customer from the bottom of our hearts for all your love and support you have shown us over the last 7 years - we simply wouldn’t have got to 7 years without you ."

"But from the rise in rent, electricity, ingredient costs, wages , NI coupled with the ongoing battle of having to repay for being successful we simply can’t carry on any longer."

"We would like to take this opportunity to thank our amazing staff who have all worked so hard fighting to keep us going over the last 12 months. You guys have truly gone above and beyond. We are extremely grateful and proud of everyone of you!"