‘What a shame!’ blast shoppers as iconic high street retailer closes much-loved branch after 27 years [Video]

SHOPPERS have been left devastated after an iconic high street retailer closed a much-loved branch after 27 years.

HMV will pull down the shutters at its store in High Chelmer Shopping Centre in Chelmsford, Essex.

The store, which has seen the likes of McFly, Olly Murs and Sam Ryder attend for album signings, will close in just under two weeks.

Despite operating for nearly three decades, the store will switch off the lights for the final time on September 18.

In notices posted to the windows of the store, and on their social media pages, the store said it was “sad” to announce the closure and have thanked all customers for their support over the years.

The store has become a staple in Chelmsford for the music and entertainment industry over the years of trading.

The venue also regularly holds live music sessions with smaller artists.

Martin Jefferies, of music …