FACE-to-face contact and an old-fashioned shop service is behind a new Bingley store which has opened selling beautiful partyware.

Gather, on Park Road, is the brainchild of former teacher and wedding planner Liz Farley, who has turned the shop into a place of inspiration for anyone organising an event.

As a one-stop shop for party supplies and decorations, the concept behind the store, is simple - people gathering for a party.

As Ms Farley said: "I used to be a school teacher and alongside that I did some wedding planning. I often worked with brides who had ordered things on the internet and they weren't quite right.

"I wanted to offer something where people could come into a shop and see things for themselves - and have a good old fashioned shop service."

She added that customers can also pop into to shop for advice, and she will endeavour to source partyware along their theme or idea to provide the finishing touches to their event.

In addition to the wide variety of items for sale, ranging from party bags, candles and cake toppers to modern giant balloons, Gather also hosts various crafts workshops and is able to offer advice on recommended local suppliers too.

For more information visit the store's social media pages on @gatherforaparty.