Burns Pet Shop at Haverfordwest Showground in Pembrokeshire closed its doors for the final time on Christmas Eve after a planning application was turned down by the local council.

Owners Burns Retail & Hospitality Ltd announced the decision on the store’s Facebook page, stating:

“Dear customers, it is with great regret that Burns Retail & Hospitality Ltd has to announce the closure of our lovely pet shop at Haverfordwest Showground on Tuesday 24th December 2024. 

“Despite significant time, cost and effort over many years, planning permission has repeatedly been denied by Pembrokeshire County Council and we have no other option but to close the shop.

“Considering our shop is surrounded by many other retail businesses immediately adjacent, this is a frustrating interpretation and unfortunately will mean valued employees losing their jobs and customers having to travel further afield for their Burns products. 

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank our many wonderful customers who have supported us over the years. We would also like to thank our staff for their hard work and commitment to the shop, which has made it the success it is.”

The John Burns Foundation, which owsn and runs a nearby dog park, is actively seeking solutions to keep it open. It will be closed until further notice.

Another Burns Pet Shop, located in Narberth on Moorfield Road, is set to stay open.

Picture of Burns Pet Shop Haverfordwest taken from the store's Facebook page.