A beloved Beccles craft shop is set to close after six decades in the town.
The owners of The Needlecraft Shop announced its closure last week.
Janet Holt and Joan Moore are set to retire after more than 30 years working together.
They officially took over the business in Station Road in 2001 which was originally opened in 1967 by Wynn Baldry.
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As Janet celebrates 45 years and Joan celebrates 30 years with the company they both agree that “the time has come".
“The high street is so different now. It’s just not the same since Covid,” Janet said.
But over the years the pair have shared some magical memories.
Joan and Janet both recall with joy the time Janet Street-Porter bought a crown shop assistant Wendy Ruffles had made to wear for the jubilee.
“She mentioned us on Loose Women," Janet laughed.
But they both agree it is the customers they will miss the most.
“They are more like friends,” Janet added. “Little children come in with their mums and now they are coming in with children of their own.”
While the shop sold predominately wool and hand-made products, customers would often seek advice from the team about their own creative projects.
The shop will remain to open between 9am-1pm until the end of September when their doors are set to shut after nearly 60 years.
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