A British confectionery brand is set to open a new shop in Chester city centre this summer.

Fudge Kitchen will open at 6-8 Watergate Street in August, bringing its handcrafted fudge and live fudge-making demonstrations to the city.

Visitors will be able to watch fudge being made in-store throughout the day and sample freshly made products.

Marking the company's first new shop opening in around a decade, the Chester store will soon be its seventh location in the UK.

Founded more than 40 years ago, Fudge Kitchen operates stores in Bath, Canterbury, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Windsor and York. The company became employee-owned in 2022 and says sustainability is a key focus of its operations.

The company says the Chester location will also be its first store to operate entirely on renewable energy, using electric cooking appliances powered by renewable energy sources.

Ian McCluskey, Fudge Kitchen Retail Director, said: "We are incredibly excited to be bringing Fudge Kitchen to Chester. The city's rich history, strong visitor economy and vibrant independent retail culture make it a natural home for our next chapter.

"Our shops are more than fudge shops. They're destinations where visitors can experience traditional craft skills in action, meet passionate makers and discover the story behind every batch."

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Fudge Kitchen says it is also looking to work with local businesses, tourism organisations and community groups following the opening.

Further details, including an official opening date and launch events, are expected to be announced in the coming months.