A cafe owner taking over a former travel agents has announced the opening date for a new business. 

Shelby Louise Foord, who owns the Barleycorn cafe in Mildenhall, previously shared plans to takeover the former Hayes Travel in the town. 

Previously announcing the new shop, Ms Foord said the venture would not be food related but would be "a retail space the community needs." 

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It is hoped the retail business, which will be called 33 Marketplace, will open on Saturday, September 7.

In an announcement updating customers of Barleycorn on the shop's progress, Ms Foord said: "Work is progressing well inside. Painting and flooring is being done, furniture has arrived and more importantly all the lovely things I have ordered.

"We are going to sell things you all asked for like gifts, cards, gift wrap, candles, pots, clothing, toys, bags, accessories, jewellery, pyjamas, notebooks and so much more."