A COOKSHOP and café in Salisbury that was forced to close earlier this year is set to reopen to customers later this month.

Dinghams Cookshop first opened on Fisherton Street in 1982, but was forced to close in February citing rising costs, changes in consumer habits and external economic pressures.

The news was met with sadness from shoppers, but they will soon be able to visit the shop once again following the news that it will reopen in late October.

A statement from the store said it will be bringing back much-loved favourites as well as introducing a “fresh collection of items chosen simply because they bring joy.”

Dinghams had been on the market since its closure, but as the sale fell through the team has now decided to bring the space back to life and reopen for Christmas.

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Customers will find many of the much-loved favourites — from Robert Welch knives and Elite tins to candles, decorations, and a wide range of mugs along with practical kitchenware and thoughtful gift ideas.

“We’re thrilled to be open again, even if only for the season, and we will take each day as it comes” said Sarah Hardingham.

“We’ve chosen things that bring us joy and hope they’ll do the same for our customers.”

The shop will reopen in a smaller format, focusing on a carefully curated selection. While the café won’t be returning, the emphasis will be on regularly refreshed stock and listening to customer requests.

Dinghams invites the community to rediscover the shop while it’s here — with shelves full of gifts, homeware, and festive spirit.

Salisbury & Avon readers were saddened to hear of the shop’s closure, with one reader saying: “It is wonderful independent and unique shops like Dinghams that make Salisbury special.”