RESIDENTS and musicians are 'gutted' after a popular Bicester bar announced it would not reopen when restrictions are lifted.
Atic opened four years ago in Pioneer Square in the town centre and provided people with a variety of live music, alternative DJ sets and comedy shows.
A 'chilled' late night bar with an industrial stripped back atmosphere, the site allowed budding musicians to showcase their talent.
But on yesterday, the independent business posted on its Facebook page that it would be closing for good.
It said: "With the heaviest of hearts we’ve had to make the toughest decision to not re-open again.