“Another eyesore”
Well Pharmacy in Bideford announced its closure(Image: Google Street View)
A pharmacy in the centre of a North Devon town has announced its closure.
Well Pharmacy in Bideford confirmed in a Facebook post on Monday that its High Street branch will shut on May 22, leaving locals concerned about access to prescriptions and vital healthcare services.
In a statement, Well Pharmacy in Bideford said: “We are sorry to inform you that this branch will be permanently closing.
“No prescription can be collected after this date as the dispensary will be closed.
“Please ensure there is no medication waiting for you and everything has been collected as early as possible.
“It has been agreed that all our patients will be transferred to Bideford Pharmacy after this date and there should be little disruption. Please speak to a member of staff for more information and advice.
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our patients and customers for your kindness and continued support.”
The announcement was met by concern.
One Facebook user commented on the post: “Shocking, another eyesore for Bideford high street, and all those elderly patients are meant to walk up the hill to the medical centre.”
Another said: “It’s so sad to lose another pharmacy in Bideford. No pharmacy in the high street and more pressure on the other pharmacies to serve the population.”
A third said: “Crazy for a town not to have a central pharmacy.”
The retail shop within Well Pharmacy will be closed on May 23 and open again on May 25 until their final trading day on June 5.