THE SPAR store and Post Office in Dolgellau reopened last Thursday (July 25).
The Plas yn Dre Street store opened at 8.30am, having been closed since last September following the collapse of its ceiling.
Among those to attend the re-opening were business owners, shoppers and children, with the event creating a buzz on Dolgellau’s high street.
Staff, customers and the fire service gathered to celebrate, with the first 100 shoppers handed a free goody bag packed.
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Carole Williams, a SPAR store colleague of 26 years, had the honour of re-opening the store.
To mark the reopening, SPAR also teamed up with Dolgellau photographer Helen Iles to create postcards for the first 100 customers.
Helen was in attendance to hand out some of her postcards, showcasing some of North Wales’ landscapes.
The postcards were posted by those who visited the opening.
North Wales Fire and Rescue service was also in attendance so the store staff could thank them for the support it has provided.
A customer who attended said: “The town has missed this store - we are so glad it is open again.”
The new store stocks everyday household essentials, as well as a selection of chilled wines and beers.
The modern site has been tailored to meet the needs of the community, providing fresh food for now and for later, and it also incorporates a range of produce featuring suppliers from the North and West of Wales.
The new Post Office will provide everyday banking, travel money, postal services and online returns.
SPAR Dolgellau store manager, Anna Stone, said: “It is so wonderful to be back open again and to see so many of our customers this morning.
“Our stores are in the heart of our communities, we know our neighbours personally. We know them, because we are them. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to our store.
“At SPAR, we’re united by a passion to serve local customers, provide great quality food and deliver outstanding service.”
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