A historic Nantwich charity shop will officially reopen its doors with a grand opening ceremony this July, marking the completion of an extensive 18-month restoration of its Grade II-listed home.

Cancer Research UK's shop at 42 High Street will welcome shoppers back from 10am on Tuesday 28 July, when staff, volunteers and supporters will celebrate the official reopening of the store following one of the most significant heritage restoration projects undertaken by the charity.

A 'soft opening' may take place on Monday 27 July, ensuring everything is running smoothly ahead of the official launch.

The grand reopening marks the return of one of the town's best-supported charity shops, where every purchase and donation helps fund life-saving cancer research and support people affected by the disease.

Customers will once again be able to browse a wide selection of donated clothing, books, homeware and accessories, with all proceeds supporting Cancer Research UK's research into more than 200 types of cancer.

The reopening follows more than a year of complex conservation work after the 16th-century building, originally constructed as two separate dwellings with a shared party wall – was found to have suffered decades of deterioration dating back to the 1980s and 1990s.

During the restoration, engineers uncovered historic plumbing works that required careful reassessment before a new party wall could be constructed, with repairs also extending into the neighbouring property.

More than £250,000 has been diverted from Cancer Research UK's funds to complete the project.

Specialist conservation teams used traditional materials including goat hair lime plaster, linseed-based paint, tar and oak, all carefully tested to meet modern safety standards while preserving the building's historic character.

The charity is encouraging local residents to support the newly reopened shop by donating good-quality unwanted items.

A typical bag of donations can raise around £25 towards ground-breaking cancer research.

The shop accepts men's, women's and children's clothing, shoes, handbags, jewellery, books, CDs, DVDs, linens and quality homeware. White goods, furniture and damaged items cannot be accepted.

Cancer Research UK is also looking to recruit new volunteers to help run the store, with anyone interested invited to speak to the shop manager.

Shop manager, Lynn Clegg, said: "We are thrilled to be reopening our doors and welcoming the Nantwich community back after such a long wait.

"The shop looks fantastic and we're incredibly grateful for everyone's patience and support during the restoration.

"Every item donated, every purchase made and every volunteer who gives their time helps fund life-saving cancer research.

"We can't wait to see both familiar and new faces when we reopen."

The Nantwich shop will be open 8.30am to 5pm (Monday to Saturday), and 10am to 4pm (Sunday). For more information, call 01270 625867.

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