WORKERS are putting the finishing touches to a new store due to open in Taunton town centre next week.

Poundworld is setting up in the former BHS premises in North Street.

Area manager Tony Cook said it would be a Poundworld Plus outlet and the company is throwing open its doors for the first time next Thursday (September 21) at 10am.

Most of the items in the store, which has created 30 new jobs, will cost £1, but there will be some costing more.

Mr Cook said: “We’re excited to be opening our first ever store in Taunton and taking up a prime retail location in the town.

"We’re all about offering local customers their favourite brands and products at the best possible prices – we really are passionate about helping people save as much money as possible on their weekly shop.”

Snap Fitness 24-7 is opening a gym above the new store.

BHS closed in the town more than a year ago after the business collapsed.