There is a new light and peaceful workshop area at the back of De La Casa on the high street. Owner, Jo De’ la Nougerede says: “I’m not doing fitted kitchens anymore. Instead, I’ll be offering a choice of handles, paint, tiles and homeware, as that seems to be what people are searching for.” Jo will still offer freestanding new and vintage kitchen furniture.

The shift in focus has freed up a bright space at the back. Local resident, Abigail Locke recently attended a lino printing session and says: “It was great!” There are five tables which can be arranged to suit, and Jo plans to put up a curtain for added privacy. The space can be hired for adult workshops during the week, at weekends and in the evenings, too. Planned workshops include a jewellery carving workshop on Mother’s Day with a jeweller, Beth Chaplin, from Rose Honey. There is a botanical painting workshop planned and, possibly, felting. Jo herself plans to run a kitchen design workshop on planning your own kitchen. If anyone is interested in hiring the space for a creative workshop or event, please get in touch with Jo at info@kdlc.co.uk.