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Abi Smillie

Closure of family butcher shop branded a 'bloody shame' as owners pull down shutter for final time

A popular butcher which has served South Ayrshire for decades is closing up shop tomorrow.

Laurence Hood Family Butcher, at Prestwick Cross, will pull down their shutter for the final time on Saturday, July 9 as owner Laurence Hood, 71, sets to retire while business partner John looks ahead to a new career.

The duo will hang up their aprons and say goodbye to loyal customers who have long enjoyed their steaks, sausages and famous pies.

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