A much-loved board game lounge is closing this week due to rising costs.

Dice in Worthing is due to close on July 20 after over two years of trading.

Dozens of people expressed their sadness after hearing the news - and some of them said they were devastated.

Taking to the Dice Facebook page, Helen Johnson wrote: “Every time we have been in there, everyone has been so lovely and welcoming and it is such a tragic loss to the town.

“It was also lovely seeing so many people having fun together and not being glued to their phones, a rarity these days.

Dice Worthing is situated on Chandos RoadDice Worthing is situated on Chandos Road (Image: Google)

“We’re hoping to come down one last time before you go, but would like to wish you all the very best for the future.”

Chris Chapman said: “So sad to hear this. Always had a great time at Dice.

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“Food and staff have always been lovely. Will definitely miss you guys, all the best for the future.”

A spokesperson for Dice said: “It is with a heavy heart that we are announcing the closure of Dice Worthing with effect on Saturday, July 20.

“We are proud to have been part of the local community for over two years and have had so many wonderful visitors during this time.

“We have not taken this decision lightly, but unfortunately it has not quite worked out for us due to increasing costs and a tough trading environment.

“We remain open for you to play or buy games, food and drink until we shut our doors at 10.30pm on Saturday, July 20.

“We will be running a couple of events and some discounts in our shop too – so please come and say goodbye as we would love to see you.”

Owner Rikki Parsons said: “We’ve had to take the sad decision to close for financial reasons.

“Our costs have risen a lot over the past year, as well as household budgets being squeezed due to the cost-of-living crisis.

“This has led to a really hostile trading environment for hospitality businesses like ourselves.

“We’re going to make the most of our final weeks of trading and will be running lots of deals and events to give the site a proper send-off."