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Pokémon fan opens trading card shop in Bishop Auckland

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Pokémon fan opens trading card shop in Bishop Auckland
Sophie Golightly has opened Zofe's Cards in Bishop Auckland. (Image credit: SARAH CALDECOTT)

A Pokémon fan has turned her hobby into a business by opening a trading card shop in her hometown.


Sophie Golightly, from Bishop Auckland, opened the Newgate Street shop on Saturday, October 17, as wanted to launch a hub for collectors and players across County Durham.


The shop specialises in Pokémon trading cards and accessories.


Sophie’s love of Pokémon began in childhood before growing into a passion for collecting cards.


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