CITY centre joke shop Celebrations is to close.

The Turl Street store, which sells party costumes, fancy dress and toys was opened in 1992 by Rod and Barbara Denton and then run by their daughter Clare Denton.

It has been popular with residents, and students celebrating end-of-year exams. Halloween is also a busy time.

Now there is a 50 per cent off sale and the store is due to close on November 30.

Ms Denton warned earlier of a reduction in footfall and rising rents.

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