A NEW store is set to open its doors next month after the completion of a multi-million pound redevelopment.
The Co-op says its £600,000 new store will open at Kingsway in Hove, near the King Alfred Leisure Centre.
It is part of the Waterfront scheme at the junction with St Aubyns.
The Co-operative said the new store boasts green credentials, running entirely off renewable electricity.
It will include an ATM cash machine, a bakery, hot food counter, coffee, fresh produce, and ready meals.
There will also be alcohol on sale, and products from the “Free-from” vegan range and Fairtrade options.
The store will open on the ground floor of the Waterfront development in Hove
Tony Hatfield, Co-op area manager, said: “We are delighted to have had the opportunity to make such a significant investment in Hove.
“The store will have a great look and feel.
“We are creating a really compelling convenience offer to meet the needs of residents and visitors, and we are looking forward to serving the community.
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“Co-op is committed to connecting communities and making a difference locally, and our aim is to operate at the heart of local life.
“That is why we also want customers to know that they can become a member of their Co-op, and that they can make a difference to local causes every time they swipe their membership card when buying own-branded products.”
Mr Hatfield said the Co-operative hopes to open the store on Friday, October 23 and the new venture will create 20 jobs.
The store opening date has been revealed
Students who are Totum cardholders (the new name for NUS Extra cards) can pocket a ten per cent discount off groceries at the store and other Co-ops in the city.
Meanwhile, the store seeks to cut food waste by launching its Food Share scheme and supporting not-for-profit groups in Hove working to tackle food poverty or insecurity and share food with those most in need.
Contactless card payment limits have been increased to £45.
Twenty jobs will be created
The Co-op’s Community Shopping Card can also be used at the store to make it easier to shop for anyone self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic.
Cards can be purchased or topped-up by calling 0800 029 4592, enabling friends, families, neighbours or volunteers to shop on their behalf in store.
More information about the Co-op is available by visiting its website at www.coop.co.uk
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