The owner of an Ilkeston fish and chip shop that has been serving customers for more than 60 years says closing the business has been a "very emotional ride." Dennis Jackson, 84, recently announced that his beloved Jackson's Chippie on Market Street was coming to an end due to his advancing years and the increasing costs of running the business.
The final day of service on Saturday (April 8) saw customers queueing around the block to enjoy Dennis' fish and chips for the final time. The lunchtime service usually begins at 11am and finishes at 2pm but, as the clock got nearer to 3pm, Dennis and his staff were still serving hungry customers.
Speaking as the final day of Jackson's Chippie drew to a close, Dennis said: "I've had a fantastic time over the last 62 years, I don't know where the time has gone, apart from the fact that I've had three children. It's been eye-watering seeing all of the people who have been in here today.
