A touch of sophisticated sparkle comes to Honiton High Street
By Hannah Corfield
26th Apr 2021 | Local News
The High Street is the beating heart of Honiton and we are blessed with a wonderful mix of businesses collectively creating a unique and desirable destination.
And it just got even better. A new independent café gift shop is the latest buzz about town, having opened its doors last Monday.
The premises was originally the Kings Arms pub, which closed in 1975, before becoming an antique shop and then most recently, Retail Therapy, a fashion accessory store.
4 You From Me offers an eclectic range of one-of-a-kind gifts, while serving gourmet coffee and delicious cakes to be enjoyed on beautifully upholstered chairs in divinely decorated nooks around the premises.
Alastair Peart and Simon Green are the brains behind the unusual venture and we caught up with them to find out more.
Asked what led them here, Simon responded: "We're from a restaurant background, combined 50 years between us, so this is our first retail experience.
"We ran a bistro/café/restaurant in Chagford on Dartmoor for seven years, which we sold in February this year, and we had a place in Newton Poppleford for 20 years."
Both have connections to the local area and live just up the A30, about a 10 minute drive away, making Honiton the perfect place to set up.
"We just love Honiton," they said. "When we first started coming here it was mainly antique shops, but the High Street has really evolved since then and has got so much to offer.
"It's a thriving town and it's got a lovely atmosphere, we were really keen to be a part of that.
"The local shop owners – a florist, sweet seller and a dress maker – have all come in to say hello and welcome us."
4 You From Me strives to bring something a bit different to the High Street mix, and has been careful 'not to step on any toes'.
"We have done our research and looked at what we can offer that's not already in Honiton.
"The items you find in our shop have been specially selected and we feature local artists and jewellers. We also provide a gift wrapping service."
4 You From Me will be putting on afternoon teas for people to bring friends and family as a treat. Like their Facebook page to get in touch and stay updated.
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