The opening date of a new bakery has been revealed.

Gail’s Bakery is preparing to open its new site in Worthing’s Warwick Street on September 19.

The unit was formerly home to MasterChef winner Kenny Tutt’s now-defunct Pitch restaurant, which closed in July last year due to “current economic struggles”.

On its website, Gail’s said: “We will open our neighbourhood bakery in Worthing on 19th of September 2024.

“Serving Gail’s artisan sourdough breads, pastries, sandwiches, and cakes alongside our specialty House Blend coffee.”

Concerns were raised about the chain opening in Worthing following the submission of a planning application for new signs.

The Worthing Society, which aims to conserve the historical aesthetic within the town, raised concerns over the design of the plans.

The society wrote: “This building is located in one of the most historic areas in Worthing and set within the South Street Conservation Area.

“Warwick Street is one of the narrowest shopping streets in Worthing.

“While we can appreciate the need for a hanging sign, we consider it does not need to be illuminated. Given the scale of the building, an illuminated sign could be overly dominant and set a precedent.”

Tushar Patel, owner of Café Traditionale in Chapel Road, said that Gail's opening would affect his business negatively.

He told The Telegraph: “Because Gail’s is new, some of my customers will try it, and we are losing opportunities as a result. We might lose those customers for good.

“Allowing more cafes to open will have a knock-on effect on existing businesses. Existing businesses are struggling as it is. Somebody will have to close their doors very soon here. It is frustrating. The council should look after the existing businesses by not allowing new cafes to open.”

Owner of Bites Café on Warwick Street also told the newspaper: “I would estimate that I would lose at least two tables a day going there.

“There are already enough cafes. Nobody can make money, nobody can survive, it’s just becoming that difficult. Nobody seems to be doing well. The council should be managing this before it gets too late.”