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Samuel Port

Mr Whippy giving away free ice creams in Leeds' Roundhay Park on last day of trading after 25 years

A well known Leeds ice cream van owner is offering out free ice creams on his last day of business after 25 years of operating in Roundhay Park.

Mr Whippy Leeds has been in operation since 1962 and have a number of vans across the city operated by Ian Smith and his team. Now the family, with three generations working in the business, have decided to cut back the operation.

Last month, the team confirmed they'd stop serving ice creams in the North Leeds park. The rest of the business in events and weddings will continue as normal.

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Mr Whippy Leeds said in a statement: "Freebie Friday! Ripple Cone or Vegan Whippy available from 11am to 5pm on our last trading day at Roundhay Park as a thank you to all our lovely customers over past 25 years. Thank you."

Andrea Hinckley said: "What an absolutely amazing gesture guys. Mr Whippy Leeds you are truly awesome." Michelle Pullen said: "That’s lovely of you we will miss you "

Angelo Susca said: "Excellent gesture, a true professional"

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