Historic Dewsbury shopping arcade reopens after a decade

6 Sep 2026 · Originally published 4 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: Historic Yorkshire shopping arcade welcomes customers back for first time in a decade

Following a £4.4m restoration project, the Victorian-era arcade in Dewsbury has reopened as the UK's first community-run shopping centre. The site now hosts 16 independent shops and eight studios, providing a new home for local traders and a renewed focal point for the town centre.

Source: Yorkshire Post West Yorkshire

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