'Fish and chips is special - but costs are rising'
Summary
Andy and Kim Ashplant announced they will retire and close Beeton's fish and chip shop in Guernsey after nearly 25 years. Rising costs of electricity, gas, and cod have made it hard to keep prices affordable. They hope someone will take over the business after their departure.Key Facts
- The Ashplants have run the fish and chip shop for almost 25 years.
- Rising costs of electricity, gas, and cod have increased their expenses.
- The shop will stay open until June 28 before closing.
- The owners hope the shop can be rented or bought and continue operating as a chippy.
- The Ashplants took over the business from Mr. Ashplant's father in 2000.
- They have served millions of pieces of cod since taking over.
- Mrs. Ashplant described the period as emotional as some long-time customers will miss the shop.
- They are unsure about the shop's future but are open to various possibilities.
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