The Record Shop in King's Lynn closing after 27 years

The Record Shop, in St James Street, King's Lynn, is holding a huge sale before it shuts for good after 27 years.

Owner Tony Winfield, who has dedicated his life to "wheeling and dealing" in vinyl, made the decision after deciding to retire and go on long-awaited holidays.

The Record Shop has been in business for 27 years (Image: Chris Bishop)

He said: "When I opened in 1996 people said I wouldn't last a fortnight but while a lot of music shops selling CDs have all gone, I'm still here. 

"It is great to have lasted this long and made it a success but after 27 years I've decided to do something else.

"I've really enjoyed it and know I will miss it but the curtain falls on everyone eventually and when it is time, it is time and for me it has come now."

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Tony Winfield has been collecting records since he was a youngster (Image: Tony Winfield)

Listening to music and hunting for records has long been a love affair for Mr Winfield ever since his older brother first exposed him to the thrill of rock and roll by artists like Chuck Berry.

Since he was a young child, he has been collecting vinyl and has amassed a large and eclectic collection over the years with everything from golden oldies to rare and collectables.

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Over the years the store became well known as a destination for vinyl lovers, bringing in customers from all over Norfolk and further afield.

"With King's Lynn being a tourist town, I had people visiting me every year from all over the county who always made a point to visit while on holiday which was nice," said the 70-year-old.

Mr Winfield is holding a retirement sale, hoping to sell off as much of his stock as possible offering discounts of up to 50pc on some releases.

While there is no firm closing date, the shop will shut its doors to customers in the coming months once much of the stock is sold.