Inverness butchers to close as owners announce retirement: ‘It was the best in the city’
The family-run business has traded from the city's Victorian Market since 1992.
Two Inverness butchers are hanging up their aprons as they head into retirement.
Stephen Hastie and James Dyce, owners of Hastie & Dyce Butchers, have traded from the city’s Victorian Market since 1992.
But the family-run business is to close within weeks as they call time on a long career in the trade.
Doors will open for the final time on Saturday March 28.
Taking to social media on Tuesday morning, the team described it as a “bittersweet feeling”.
“As a lot of you may already know, Stephen and James are retiring, and unfortunately, this means that the shop will be closing.
“Our last day of trading is Saturday 28th March.
“It is a bit of a bittersweet feeling, but it is time for the aprons to be hung up.
“We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers, old and new, for your support over the years.
“Would also like to wish Stephen and James a happy and healthy retirement. It is very much deserved.
“Once again, thank you all for the support and custom. It has always been very much appreciated.
“We hope to see some faces in before the last day on the 28th.”
Customers react to news of Hastie & Dyce closing
The news has come as a shock to their loyal customers, with some describing the firm as the “best butcher in town.”
Colin Macdonald worked for the family-run business in Inverness for almost two decades.
Taking to the comments, he wrote: “You will be sadly missed.
“Worked in Hastie And Dyce for 18 years, a great team to work for, see you all soon.”
Also posting were many customers who have visited over the years.
Helen MacDonald added: “Steak Fridays just won’t be the same, but you deserve to relax and enjoy your retirement, so all the best.”
Julie Wright also wished the team well, writing: “Sad news guys, great butchers, good quality and reasonably priced with great staff.
“Happy retirement to you both Stevie and James.”
Zalea Mackenzie said: “Best Butchers in town.
“My mum used you for years, and so did I.
“You will be missed guys, but wishing you all the best for your retirement.”
[Source: Press and Journal]
