Some locals in Market Drayton had opposed the conversion of the The Lord Hill but planning officials have this week given developers the green light.
"In addition while there are other convenience stores nearby not all have the amount or ease of access. In addition this will bring back into use a building that is currently empty and which could fall into disrepair.""The proposed development is acceptable in principle and the design and scale is appropriate," they added.
Opponents had included Andrea McCann who grew up in the pub where she says she had fond memories of the Shrewsbury Road inn's glory days. “I have lovely memories behind the bar working with my dad. I’m heartbroken really because I think it’s so nice and it’s a beautiful place in the town.”