Sushi and Salad chef Mr Thapa
- Credit: SUSHI & SALAD ELY
Independent businesses opening and lease renewals are among the reasons why Ely s retail market is picking up, say East Anglian property company Cheffins.
The market for retail property in the city centre, they say, has shown resilience over the past 12 months.
Cow on the Ice owner Eva Starzyk and her dog Theodora
- Credit: COW ON THE ICE FACEBOOK
The most recent new store to open is the Cow on the Ice gift shop, which has taken the place of Clipso hair salon at 32A, High Street.
The 416 sqft Grade I listed unit was let by Cheffins on behalf of the Chapter of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Ely and opened on April 17.
The Coffee Pot in Chatteris opened in December.
- Credit: Supplied by Lauren Denny
Now may seem a brave time to launch or take over a new business, but 12 entrepreneurs across East Cambridgeshire and the Fens have recently taken the plunge.
And as the lockdown restrictions begin to ease, they’re certainly looking forward to welcoming customers and, in some cases, meeting them in person for the first time.
The businesses range from quirky shops to sports facilities, from pub takeovers to restaurant and café launches. There’s a huge, and wonderful, variety to explore.
So as well as our favourite businesses opening their doors, here’s a selection of new places to check out and enjoy across the area.