Elms Farm announces closure of butcher's shop in East Leake

"Combined with the rising costs of everything associated with running a business, unfortunately, it is just not viable to continue to keep the doors open"

Chris Brayford
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Elms Farm confirmed the closure of East Leake Butchers after three-and-a-half years in business due to rising costs and low sales
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Elms Farm confirmed the closure of East Leake Butchers after three-and-a-half years in business due to rising costs and low sales

A farm in Nottinghamshire offering locally produced food has announced the closure of its butcher's shop after almost four years in service. Elms Farm, situated in the village of Costock, confirmed...

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