Artizan café, which opened on Cambridge Road late last year, is set to expand to an upper floor.
The floor was initially used for offices and storage space. Due to increased demand, it will now be opened up to the public as an extended café area.
Artizan International was founded by Suzie Hart MBE in 2013.
Ms. Hart will be behind the design of the second floor, which will include the same tiles, mosaics and artisan textures on the ground floor.
The café was introduced to help people with disabilities learn hospitality skills and get into the job market.
Anna Maria Wilson, part-time manager at Artizan café, said:
“It was always in the plan. We are definitely doing it sooner than was anticipated because there was that increased demand.
“We have been so busy, that we needed the extra space. It is beautiful up there, and we aim for it to be more of a tranquil and relaxed area for people to enjoy.”
Although the official date is not yet known, the second floor should be open in a couple of weeks for customers to enjoy.
Specsavers Harrogate to join CUES scheme
Specsavers Harrogate is joining the Covid-19 Urgent Eye Service (CUES) scheme
Specsavers Harrogate has announced that it will be joining the NHS Covid-19 Urgent Eye Service programme.
Those with urgent eye health issues can visit the store for treatment under the CUES scheme.
The service was launched to reduce pressure on the NHS during the coronavirus pandemic.
Patients with urgent eye issues and in need of treatment will now be able to visit Specsavers Harrogate to have vision checks, which will be covered free-of-charge by the NHS.
Robert May, optometrist director at Specsavers Harrogate, said:
“The Cues scheme has been set up as we have the expertise and equipment in-store to deal with a range of eye-related emergencies.
“We’re seeing around one hundred customers every week through the scheme, which is definitely taking the pressure off the NHS’ services and waiting times.”
You can find out more about the CUES scheme here.
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