'You will be a big loss' - Customers devastated as Kilkenny business set to close
The owner of the Kilkenny business has confirmed the news after some speculation
A well-known Kilkenny business is set to shut its doors for the final time later this month.
Gardener's World on the Callan Road will close on Thursday, July 31 after 20 years in business, with many customers paying tribute online.
"Just to let everyone know I have decided to avail of the free travel and will be retiring this July," owner Peter Delaney said.
"I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal customers over the last 20 years.
"I made some great friends and met some lovely people, I will miss all the banter I had with everyone but time moves on and this is the next step for me," he added.
Following confirmation of the closure, customers flocked to social media to express their disappointment.
"You will be a big loss to the gardening world. Always nice plants and good banter," one person wrote.
Another customer said: "Sad to hear this Peter but you have my best wishes for the future. Stay happy and healthy and make memories."