Otley shopkeeper Allan Robinson is looking forward to welcoming customers back tomorrow – after a two-month lay-off caused by burst pipes.

Mr Robinson’s shop, Discount Stationery in Orchard Gate, was one of many to fall foul of the bitterly cold December weather.

Water from a burst pipe just after Christmas caused substantial damage to both stock and the business’s fixtures and fittings, forcing it to close.

But now, following a complete refurbishment, the store is preparing to open again and Mr Robinson pictured will be putting on some re-opening day special offers as a ‘thankyou’ to customers for being patient.