Work has now begun to create an exciting new wine bar, a bookshop and a coffee lounge on Lord Street in Southport!
Wine & Words by Watson is being opened by former local teacher James Watson, in the two units next door to Connards Jewellers on the iconic tree lined boulevard.
The innovative new venture will be the perfect place where people can sit back either inside or outside and watch the world go by as they enjoy a good book and a glass of wine or coffee. For anyone feeling hungry, a fine selection of cheese and charcuterie will be on offer too.
Owner James Watson said: “Have you strolled by this weekend?
“We’re thrilled to finally get started on Wine & Words By Watson!
“After months of planning, we’re no longer just getting ready behind the scenes — and we cannot wait to show you what we’ve got in store.
“The vision is coming together beautifully, and we’re so excited to share this new space with you soon.
“Keep an eye on our window (and your feed)… something special is on the way.”
The new business is the realisation of a dream by local teacher James Watson, who has been a popular figure at Norwood Primary School in Southport for the past 14 years before leaving at Easter.
The former Scout Leader grew up in Rothesay on the Isle of Bute in Scotland before moving to Southport. He has also spent many years working in hospitality, both in Scotland and here in Southport, with Lang’s Wine Bar in Churchtown Village and The Office on Hoghton Street being just a few.
The 54-year-old has a degree in Mathematics, Astronomy and Planetary Sciences and Hospitality Management, so is the right person to ensure Wine & Words by Watson offers an experience that is out of this world.
Last year the dad-of-three married Portia, a fellow teacher at Norwood Primary School.
James said: “Opening Wine & Words by Watson has long been a dream of mine! I am so excited to begin this new chapter.
“It will have books, it will have wine, it will have coffee – I love all three!
“I love to read. I love instilling the joy of reading in others.
“I want to create a special place where you can come and absorb all that a bookshop has to offer. It will be a wondrous place.”
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