A POST office has reopened its doors after undergoing an extensive refurbishment.

The Kelvedon Post Office has received a complete makeover under the guidance of a new postmaster.

Over the course of just over three weeks, significant building work was carried out to transform the premises on 17 High Street.

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The renovation not only rejuvenated the Post Office but also revamped the retail section of the store, offering an enhanced shopping experience for customers.


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With the re-opening, the Kelvedon Post Office has extended its operating hours to better serve the community.

It is now open between Monday to Saturday from 7am until 7pm, and on Sundays from 7am until 2pm.Gazette: Expansion - The Post Office will sell more products after its refurbishmentExpansion - The Post Office will sell more products after its refurbishment (Image: Post Office)

Wendy Hamilton, the Post Office Network Provision lead, expressed apologised for any inconvenience caused during the temporary closure of the building. 

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She said: "We apologise for any inconvenience caused to our customers during the necessary temporary closure for the building work.

"The community will now benefit from a fully modernised shop which looks great.

"Kelvedon Post Office is now open much longer hours than before."Gazette: Entrance - Kelvadon's post office has also extended its opening hoursEntrance - Kelvadon's post office has also extended its opening hours (Image: Post Office)