A LONG-standing independent card shop on Christchurch high street is set to close in the coming months.

Traditions, known for its vast array of cards, posters and stationery, will be vacating its premises at 70 High Street, Christchurch, as the building has come to the end of its lease.

Although a favourite among residents in Christchurch, some customers claim online to have experienced ‘distinctive’ customer service at the store.

Some reviews written on Facebook say that customers were shouted at for having squeaky shoes, having been out in the rain, and another saying that a child was told off after hugging a teddy before buying it.

Although the shop has a ‘to let’ sign up, the shop is due to stay open for the next three months before closing for good.