End of an era as popular Burgh le Marsh restaurant set to close after 19 years
A much-loved Burgh le Marsh restaurant is to close its doors for the final time this summer, bringing to an end nearly two decades of service in the heart of the village.
Owners of the Windmill Restaurant — Sharon and Chris — have confirmed that the popular eatery will cease trading after Sunday, June 28, following the final lunchtime service. The property is also currently on the market with an asking price of £520,000.
In a heartfelt message shared with customers, they said the decision had not been taken lightly, but rising costs and pressures facing small hospitality businesses across the UK had left them with “no option” but to close.
They said they were not willing to compromise on the high standards they set, supporting local businesses for produce, commenting: “It is with great sadness, heartache and pain from Sunday, June 28. after lunchtime service we will be closing the doors of the Windmill Restaurant for good.
“We have not sold but as with many small businesses in the UK costs are beyond belief.
"After 19 years in Burgh Le Marsh we refuse to compromise on quality, closing at the top with our integrity intact feels like the only way to honour what we have achieved.
"With things only going to get worse within the industry we have no option but to close.”
Staff, past and present, were also praised for their dedication.
“We would like to thank all our staff past and present, who have given their dedication to our business making our restaurant what it is today and we will be forever grateful for all their hard work,” they said. And a final mention for their customers; “We would like to thank you as our customers for your loyal support, friendship and for sharing key moments in your lives with us – it means a lot.
"Over the next weeks we would love to see as many of you as possible to say thank you for your support and say goodbye personally.
“We will miss you all.”
Residents in Burgh le Marsh, part of the wider East Lindsey area, have reacted with sadness to the news, with many describing the closure as “the end of an era”.
The Windmill Restaurant is expected to remain on the market following closure.