Dobbies in Havant set to close despite previously being spared the axe

Dobbies in Barton's Road is to close in January after the popular garden centre chain has announced the planned closure of a number of its stores across the UK as it looks to establish a more stable financial footing.

As previously reported by The News, Havant was initially spared and not on the list of 17, though the company was reportedly seeking a temporary rent reductions at nine further stores which is thought to have included Havant.

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Inside the Dobbies is the Harbour Vets which has said it will continue to operate and remain open as normal despite the closure of the garden centre.

There is also a cafe and soft play centre on site which is expected to close.

Dobbies has been approached by The News but it declined to comment.