Readers have responded to the news that a printing stand will be closing at the end of this months after 16 years.
Online shopping, reduced footfall, business rates and staff costs have all contributed to the owner’s decision to close the stand.
The news of the closure has come as a blow to Fareham residents who use the business regularly with people describing the closure as ‘sad’.
Cheryl Hennell wrote on our Facebook: “Such a shame….I have some amazing canvasses from them.”
Tiffany Kinsey added: “My Mum loved these guys when she worked out side the centre they would bring her a hot chocolate and always made her smile before she passed. Sad for them but I guess the cost is just on the rise.”
The closure announcement has also resulted in people reflecting on the decline of the high street over the years.
Matt Hood said: “The rents in and around fareham shopping centre are far to high lower them and then more shops will return.”
Councillor Seán Woodward, FBC council leader, previously said: “We are committed to the long-term regeneration of Fareham town centre and have been making plans over several years for how this may be achieved.”