Levers Fish and Chips has reopened in its new location opposite Home Bargains in the Spindles at Market Place, after relocating from Tommyfield Market.

The chip shop, owned by George Gabrilatsou and Savvas Eleftheriou, has been serving Oldham for 35 years since opening at Tommyfield Market in 1991. The business has brought with it a blue plaque that commemorates Oldham as the birthplace of the fish and chip shop, dating from around 1860.

Since opening last week, the shop has received strong support from customers. George said: "We're absolutely delighted with the response. The support we've received has been incredible and it's been fantastic to see so many familiar faces, as well as new customers, coming through the doors."

Savvas added: "This business has been part of the community for many years and moving to a new home is a big step. We couldn't have asked for a better start and we're excited about what the future holds."

Town centre investment

The reopening comes as part of wider investment in the Spindles and Oldham town centre. A recently opened market has attracted new visitors, while other new businesses—Cards Direct and North West—have also joined the Spindles. Established retailers H. Samuel, Daniel Christian Menswear and Lloyds Bank have completed major refurbishments.

Emma Barton, Executive Director of Place for Oldham Council, said: "Levers has been an important part of Oldham's story for many years, so it's great to see it starting a new chapter in its new home. The fantastic response from customers shows just how much local people value long-standing businesses like Levers and the role they play in making our town centre such a welcoming and vibrant place to visit."

The town centre is receiving a once-in-a-generation £450 million investment. James Kington, Oldham Council's Director of Growth, said: "It's excellent to see such a well-established local business making a successful move and receiving such strong support from customers. Levers' reopening adds to the growing momentum we are seeing across The Spindles and the wider town centre."