A long-running car dealership has been forced to close suddenly due to the "current climate and unforeseen circumstances".

Stillmans of Sevenoaks, which was based in London Road, Hildenborough, closed at the end of last month.

The company explained it was making the decision to shut for good due to a mixture of the current climate and unpredicted circumstances.

A spokesman said: "To all of our highly valued customers, it is with the deepest sadness to announce that we have ceased trading.

"Having been in business for many years, we’ve tried incredibly hard to keep the company going, but due to the current climate and unforeseen circumstances, we are unable to continue.

"We’ve proudly served our local community for many years now - helping many customers find their dream car - so it’s with a heavy heart that we issue this message.

"I'd like to take this opportunity to personally thank everyone for their incredible support over the years.

"From the thousands of customers through to the hundreds of businesses, contacts and friends who have supported us on our journey. I am incredibly proud of everything that we have achieved and from the bottom of my heart I wish you all well."

It has not been confirmed how many people have lost their jobs.

The business also provided services and MOTs.