Hotel Chocolat Announces Opening Date

Hotel Chocolat has announced its new store and cafe in Market Harborough will open next month.

The chain, which sells a range of luxury chocolate goods, will create seven jobs when it opens in the former Wildwood Restaurant premises on August 7th.

The new store will open next month

Work has been taking place inside the historic grade-two listed High Street building to prepare for the new store, which will have seating for 59 customers.

The premises had stood empty since the restaurant closed in April last year.

The new store will open next month

Frankie Haynes, Hotel Chocolat’s, Omnichannel Director, said:”We’re thrilled to bring the Hotel Chocolat experience to Market Harborough.

“Our new Velvetiser Café is designed to offer a relaxing space where people can enjoy our signature drinks and treats at a leisurely pace.

“The new store marks another step in our expansion, and we’re excited to continue offering more of these delightful, out-of-town experiences across the country in the coming years.”

Gareth Thomas, President of Market Harborough Chamber of Trade and Commerce, spoke to HFM when the plan for the new store was announced: