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04.09.2023 - 16:02 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The owner of a popular cake shop in Stockport has made the ‘heartbreaking’ decision to close down after five years in operation.
The Cupped Cake on London Road in Hazel Grove will close its doors next Saturday (September 16). The shop is known locally for its mini celebration cakes alongside iced sponges, cookie pies and triple chocolate brownie treats.
Owner Kerrie, who has been behind the business since it opened in 2018, made the announcement on social media over the weekend. In a post, she wrote: “The time has come to share the heartbreaking news that we are closing our doors.
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“Our last day will be Saturday 16th September. At the moment, I don't have much more to say really, except a huge thank you to those who have supported the shop over the past 5 years! It has not gone unnoticed and we will miss you all as much as you will miss us.”
In a further post, Kerrie said she plans to stop baking for the time being once the store closes and would be selling off a number of pieces of equipment. She wrote: “Unfortunately, I wont be continuing to bake once closed! There have been a few reasons for my decision and for now I need the physical break from running a business! That's not to say never again, just not at the moment!!”
The news was met with sadness from Hazel Grove residents who described the Cupped Cake as ‘the best cake shop ever’.
One customer said: “Absolutely gutted for you Kerrie. You should be very proud of yourself, your cakes are amazing and you will be missed xxx”
Another wrote: “From a fellow cake maker I am sorry to see this. Times are so tough for small businesses and if you don't use them you lose them. I
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