A family-run café has finally reopened its doors after being forced to close for months as it struggled with rising energy bills.

Locals had been hotly anticipating the revival of Swaffham Café in Market Place and it welcomed back customers today (July 26).

The affordable establishment is a staple in the town and regularly attracts people from other towns and villages in Norfolk.

Watton & Swaffham Times: Owners of Swaffham Cafe - Yavuz, Oruc and Gonca Sarilmaz, Firat Semtek and Egla TarosieneOwners of Swaffham Cafe - Yavuz, Oruc and Gonca Sarilmaz, Firat Semtek and Egla Tarosiene (Image: Zoe Gabriele)

Regular customer Julie Adcock said: "The owners of Swaffham Café have always been a kind and hardworking family.

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"The café is a real asset to Swaffham and a lifeline to so many people in the local community."

Watton & Swaffham Times: Customers enjoying the food at Swaffham CafeCustomers enjoying the food at Swaffham Cafe (Image: Zoe Gabriele)

The café was forced to close earlier this year after struggling with a huge increase in gas and electricity bills during the cost of living crisis.

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Owner Oric Sarilmaz said: "We are so grateful to our customers for standing by us and showing their support during this difficult time for us as a family business."

Watton & Swaffham Times: A roast dinner from Swaffham CafeA roast dinner from Swaffham Cafe (Image: Newsquest)

The café will be open from 7am until 5pm from Wednesday to Tuesday.