Popular antiques centre ready to reopen to public

Hemswell Antique Centres is preparing to reopen on Monday, June 15, following the introduction of extensive health and safety measures in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Robert Miller MD Hemswell Antique CentresRobert Miller MD Hemswell Antique Centres
Robert Miller MD Hemswell Antique Centres

The popular retail centre, which employs around 50 staff, has been closed to the public and its 350-plus dealers since March 24.

Since then, managing director Robert Miller and a skeleton staff have worked towards the reopening of the four buildings which comprise Hemswell Antique Centres, with the safety of dealers and the public in mind.

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Mr Miller said: “I am delighted to announce that we will be opening all the buildings at Hemswell Antique Centres on 15th June, 2020.

“While the skeleton team has been busy with good online sales and answering telephone calls and emails or social media enquiries over the past couple of months, we know there is no substitute for a visit in person.”

Mr Miller said they had followed government guidance to safeguard all visitors, staff and dealers and, as a result, have implemented new working practices.

He continued: “All our staff will be attending a full induction and I have introduced strict social distancing, incorporating clear one-way systems throughout the buildings, along with desk screens and extra hygiene procedures.

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“At Hemswell, we have plenty of space so there is no need to get closer than two metres at any stage.”

Volunteer social distancing wardens will be on hand to make sure people are observing the rules.

Mr Miller added: “However, we will restrict visitor numbers if necessary - particularly at weekends.”

Contactless payments will be encouraged where possible throughout all buildings and there will be a structured arrangement for dealers to attend their pitch or cabinet to restock.