Pyjama drama as shoppers told to dress properly at Shropshire store

Harry Tuffins, at Craven Arms, stuck signs on its doors last Wednesday stating that no form of nightwear would be acceptable by those entering the store.

And the sign has caused great hilarity amongst residents of Shropshire.

More than 420 people have taken to Facebook after the sign was posted on the social media site.

A number have said they have regularly seen customers entering the the family owned supermarket wearing pyjamas tucked in to their wellies.

But now the supermarket has taken steps to stop the encroachment of nightshirt-wearing customers frequenting their store.

Several people were in favour of the decision.

Judy Bale said: "How very sad that self respect and dignity is no longer valued. Good on you, Tuffins for taking a stand. Get respect for yourselves people."

Ruth Louise added "Good old Harry Tuffins - make a stand, time to get the population respecting themselves and their society. Get dressed," and Jan Hoad said: "Bad news when people can’t be bothered to get dressed before they go out, what society are we breeding now?"

Neil Amis said: "Thank god for that. Finally a sensible supermarket," and Moira Kane said: "All commercial venues should say this. Saw mother and daughter in home bargains 3pm in their PJs and dressing gowns. Bloody ridiculous, grrr."

Others said they frequently went to the shop wearing their PJs. Beth Lloyd said: "I went there in my pjs once. They didn't tell me to leave," and Jayce Unitt said: "I’d be careful about putting signs up like that. You’ve basically just told 95 per cent of your customers that they aren’t welcome."

No one was available for comment from Harry Tuffins.