Coffee shop opens in Newton-le-Willows as Willows store expands

Fika, a Scandinavian term for a coffee break with friends, opened on Walmsley Street, just off Newton High Street, this morning, Wednesday, March 1.

The cafe and home shop is an expansion of Willows Womenswear and Home, based on the high street, with Debbie Makin, owner of the business, announcing the brand had opened a new store. 

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Discussing the new chapter of her business, Debbie said: "We are excited to announce the opening of Fika Coffee and Home.

"After our success of Willows, we felt that we could expand and offer a new concept to the High Street.

The coffee shop opened its doors to the public today (Image: Debbie Makin)

"We have combined our Homeware and chose the name Fika as it means taking time out to have coffee and cake with friends.

"We hope that our customers will enjoy coming and having a shop here and at Willows making the High street a real destination.

The cafe and shop offers home items and decor (Image: Debbie Makin)

"We look forward to welcoming you all soon."