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A popular business is waving goodbye to shoppers after over two centuries on the high street.

WHSmith is closing down in numerous areas, with the location in Clapham Common shutting down next in the near future. The store's window shows a poster which states there is up to 30 per cent off on books and stationary.

The store's axing comes as the brand continues to rebrand. Bradford's The Broadway underwent a major change as part of the company's makeover earlier this month. However, it shut for good on October 11.

Other shops which have also faced closure include the Bury location.

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