Our Yorkshire Shop: A Victorian Restoration continues Friday, July 11 at 8 PM on Channel 4, as the team in Masham faces a tight deadline. With just one week to go before opening day, Episode 3 sees the volunteers racing to complete their transformation of Peacock & Verity, a 19th-century grocer’s shop.
This episode centres on final flourishes. The group turns its attention to the front window display, drawing ideas from York’s Castle Museum in an attempt to create a period-correct design that will attract attention on the high street. At the same time, Ian travels to Halifax in search of original fittings that match the shop’s Victorian roots.
Elsewhere, the safety of the restored bakehouse oven is under scrutiny. The team must satisfy modern safety checks without compromising the historical setup. Every step brings its own challenges, from material sourcing to compliance with current-day building codes.
The show continues to highlight the contribution of local residents, many of whom have taken time away from their own jobs to help finish the build. Their work is detailed and grounded in preservation, with a strong focus on historical accuracy. This week’s progress brings the project closer to its goal, as Masham edges toward reopening one of its oldest shops with the community behind it.
