A RESTUARANT that is run by students in Salisbury is preparing to open for the first time this academic year - and will be offering a cheap way to experience three courses. 

The Wessex Restaurant is based at Wiltshire College & University Centre college’s campus on Southampton Road and is operated by students under the guidance of highly-trained professionals.

The restaurant runs a weekly lunch service from midday to 1pm every Thursday during term times, offering a freshly-prepared three-course meal for £12.

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The first service of the new term will take place on Thursday, November 3, with several bookings already in place.

Steve Lloyd, deputy head of department for hospitality at the college, said: “We are delighted to be opening the Wessex Restaurant at our Salisbury campus for the first time in the new academic year.

"We know that the restaurant is extremely popular with local residents and we look forward to welcoming our customers back in the coming weeks.

“Being able to cook and serve food to order for paying customers is a key aspect of students’ development and will best prepare them to start their careers in the industry."

All items on the menu, where possible, are locally sourced and made from fresh ingredients, including produce from the college’s Lackham campus.

To book a table, contact The Wessex Restaurant via 01722 344253 or email wessexrestaurant@wiltshire.ac.uk.

For more go to wiltshire.ac.uk/the-college/student-run-restaurants.