Look inside Cornish Bakery in Winchester before it opens

Over the last few days, onlookers have been eagerly awaiting the opening of the Cornish Bakery, which will open in the former Phase 8 unit on High Street. 

On Friday, October 18, the coverings on the window were removed allowing shoppers a look into the new cafe - and the delicious treats baked by staff completing their training. 

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To prepare ahead of the official opening on Monday, October 21, the bakery invited family, friends and local businesses to a soft launch on Saturday, October 19.

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The hot bakes available at Cornish Bakery (Image: Newsquest) Invited guests were able to try the sweet and savoury bakes, as well as enjoy a coffee.

The former clothes shop has been transformed, as customers walk in they are greeted with freshly baked goods under the menu displaying hot drinks, cold drinks and other options. 

Upstairs, the cafe boasts more seating as well as a private party room which can be booked using a QR code. 

Manager Mark Tomlinson (Image: Newsquest) Manager, Mark Tomlinson, said he was excited to welcome customers in. 

He said: "It feels good to be here, we have been quite excited to open. People have been looking in and asking when we're opening which has been quite nice."

Mr Tomlinson, 33, who previously worked across the road in Starbucks, added that the Cornish Bakery has created 21 new jobs and will have room to sit 80 people, plus further seating outside. 

He added: "Everyone here is so friendly, we have a mixed team but everyone is great. The place feels really relaxing and fun."

Click the gallery above to see inside the new cafe. The Cornish Bakery officially opens at 9am on Monday, October 21.