Aunty Dolly's expands at Preston Markets

11 December 2020

Popular and long standing business, Aunty Dolly's expands at Preston Markets.

Aunty Dolly's is set to take over the two units adjacent to their current stall. This expansion allows the business to move and expand their kitchen area while also creating a larger seating area. The new seating area will include a new glass wall, installed by DP Structures, who recently installed the walkway canopies, to protect the customers from the doorway.

The business Aunty Dolly's has been trading at Preston Markets since 1998 and relocated to the new Market Hall in March 2018. Serving breakfasts, sandwiches and hot meals throughout the day, their popularity has encouraged them to expand.

Councillor Robert Boswell, Cabinet Member for Environment at Preston City Council said:

"Congratulations to Aunty Dolly's on their expansion, it is great to see another Preston Markets business thriving.

Although this year has been very challenging, the traders at Preston Markets have been there for the people of Preston throughout. I encourage the people of Preston to continue to support these independent businesses in the run up to Christmas and beyond."

Mr Irfan and Mr Khan Owners of Aunty Dolly's said:

"We are excited to expand our business at Preston Markets. The larger unit will allow for more seating for the customers while a larger kitchen area for my staff.

We would like to thank all of our customers old and new who have supported our business at Preston Markets, especially during the difficult times we have all faced this year.

We cannot wait to welcome everyone to our new stall and looking forward to when we are allowed to let customers back in to dine with us."

Further Information

• When visiting Preston Markets please wear a mask and adhere to the social distancing measures in place.
• The new glass screen on Aunty Dolly's stall will be installed by DP Structures on Sunday 13 December.
• Aunty Dolly's are hoping to be trading from their new kitchen and take away area week commencing the 14 December.
• The new seating area will be completed and open in the New Year depending on the restrictions in place at the time.
• Aunty Dolly's is currently only open for take away, due to Lancashire being in Tier 3 of the government guidelines.
• Christmas Opening times for Preston Markets are:
  • Sunday 20 December: 10am - 4pm
  • Monday 21 - Wednesday 23 December: 8am - 5pm
  • Christmas Eve: 8am - 4pm
  • Christmas Day & Boxing Day: Closed
  • Sunday 27 & Monday 28 December: Closed
  • Tuesday 29 & Wednesday 30 December: 8am - 5pm
  • New Year's Eve: 8am - 4pm
  • New Year's Day: Closed
  • Saturday 2 January onwards: Normal Opening Times Resume, Monday - Saturday 8am - 5pm
• We are working with partners across the County to support the most vulnerable in our community who are facing difficulties, worries and loneliness as a result of Coronavirus (Covid-19).
• If you are isolated by Covid-19 and need help please visit our website for more information (preston.gov.uk/prestontogether), ring 01772 906777 or email support@preston.gov.uk.
• Preston City Council actively applies and prioritises the principles of Community Wealth Building wherever applicable and appropriate. Community Wealth Building is an approach which aims to ensure the economic system builds wealth and prosperity for everyone. For more information please visit www.prestoncommunitywealth.org.