Eldene Post Office, which is part of the McColls store, in Eldene Centre, is to close on February 14 as part of plans to demolish and redevelop the site.

A spokesman said: “This is a temporary closure as we are committed to maintaining a post office in Eldene.

“We are currently investigating the options available which will enable us to reinstate a post office service to the local community.

“The vacancy is currently being advertised. There is already one interested party. “

The vacancy can be seen at corporate.postoffice.co.uk/business-opportunities

The deadline for applications is February 25.

Post Office field change adviser Leighton Barratt, said: “We would like to apologise for the inconvenience the temporary closure may cause.”

Alternative branches are available at: Liden Post Office, Barrington Close, Liden, SN3 6HP; Covingham Square Post Office, 2 Covingham Square, SN3 5AA; Park Post Office, Unit 3, Whitbourne Avenue, Swindon, SN3 2GD.