An Old Town 'favourite' has reopened after relocating from its former home. 

The Core has been serving smoothies, fresh juices, acai bowls and healthy brunch dishes to locals since it launched in 2013 from its former home in the same building as Los Gatos. 

It was initially next door to Los Gatos, but when the tapas eatery expanded it temporarily relocated to the upstairs area of the Devizes Road building to make way.

Then, when the new Los Gatos owners recently bought Jack’s, it became a good opportunity to sit the two food businesses side by side and so it moved to its new home above. 

Kris Talikowski, who founded The Core, said “I’m really excited to bring our healthy menu back to Old Town. When I first opened The Core over 10 years ago, I never thought Swindon would receive a health food concept so well.

"In 10 years, over 6,000 people have tried one of our juice or food programmes, and we've served over a million smoothies.

"As well as bringing back what our customers love about The Core, we’re introducing new healthy products like matcha and wheatgrass juice shots.

"Wheatgrass juice, for example, is one of the most nutrient-packed liquid foods on the planet!” 

The Core team have refurbished the bar area and function room at Jacks’ and added natural materials to soften the aesthetic.

The venue includes a new relaxed seating area for collection and a self-serve takeaway kiosk, for faster service. 

The reopening represents a homecoming for Georgia, the bar manager. "I worked for The Core as my first job back in 2014, 10 years ago. I left to move to Australia, where I ran cafes and ice cream stores, and I’m back where it all started, running The Core in its new home.

"The space is so fresh and inviting, and I’m excited to be part of its growth.”

The Core now sources much of its produce as locally as possible, with fruit and veg coming from Devizes, Lightbulb Coffee roasted in Old Town, sourdough bread made in Swindon and wheatgrass grown in Cricklade. 

To find out more visit www.thecorejuicery.com 

The Core Juicery is the result of Kris' personal health transformation.

His journey into juicing began during his university years, where a poor diet and lifestyle led to months of illness.

Inspired by a book on juicing, Kris turned his health around over six months and developed a passion for nutrition. 

The Core will be open seven days a week, opening at 8.30am Monday to Friday and from 9am at the weekends.