A discount chain has launched its latest branch in a Norfolk town and it is in the former home of Wilko.

The Original Factory Shop opened on Saturday morning (May 25) along the High Street in Gorleston, at the School Lane junction.

The brand has more than 190 stores and this new branch has created nine jobs in the local area. 

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It sells branded clothing and footwear, garden and outdoor products, pet products, electricals and homewares.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: It has opened in the former home of Gorleston's Wilko Picture: Google MapsIt has opened in the former home of Gorleston's Wilko Picture: Google Maps (Image: Google)

There is also a party shop service and the option to reserve and collect.

There are savings of up to 70pc on big brands including Adidas, Nike, Clinique, Olay, Ralph Lauren, Joules, Barbour, Hugo Boss and Emporio Armani.

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There are some special in-store offers to celebrate the opening and gift cards were given out to the first 50 customers. 

The Original Factory Shop's Gorleston store is the former home of Wilko, which shut in September 2023. 

The opening times are Monday to Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sundays 10am to 4pm.