A HAIR salon is closing its doors today in Stokenchurch prompting sad goodbyes from staff.

The Hair Gallery is closing today and wrote on its Facebook page: "It is with great sadness that we announce the closure of our Stokenchurch salon next Tuesday [today].

"We would like to thank all of our clients who have supported us there over the last 18 years and thank you to our fantastic team who have worked extremely hard to make The Hair Gallery Group what it is today."

The group also have salons in Bicester, Brackley and Kidlington.

In response to the Facebook post Jennifer Green said: "So sad loved working there makes me well up every time I think about this, I'm going to have a little cry now!! Made some fab friends and met some lovely people, will miss it so much. [sic]"

Jane Blyth wrote: "Worked here for 12yrs, will miss working with Tracey ,words can't express how gutted I am! Such a sad place to work in the next few days, saying bye to everyone is so upsetting. [sic]"

Sharon Aslett added: "Really sad to see you go, such a shame for the village."