Three Harrogate shop owners have spoken of their excitement as they prepare to open their doors to customers once again.
Today marks the end of months of enforced closure as a result of the third national lockdown.
Lots of businesses have moved online to keep the revenue flowing but independent shops often rely on trade brought in by footfall.
Many shops in the town centre have spent the last few days cleaning and restocking the shelves. The Stray Ferret went down to check out how they were getting on.
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