(l-r): Caroline Crumley, Karen Butler (manager), Laura Hewitt & Carly Muggivan (area operations manager).

Herne Bay Co-op has re-opened its doors to welcome its local community back in-store following a near four-week investment programme to enhance the store.

Located in Reculver Road in the Herne Bay community of Beltinge, the refreshed store opens between 7am-10pm daily and has an extended in-store bakery and award-winning chilled beers and wines.

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There is also a focus on seasonal food and drink, including Co-op’s new Christmas sandwich range packed with festive flavours.

New refrigeration has been installed throughout, and is not only more energy efficient and supports Co-op’s carbon reduction journey, but also extends the range and choice of fresh and frozen goods on offer.

Store Manager, Karen Butler at the re-launch

Store manager Karen Butler.

Soft plastic recycling is also available so shoppers can return and recycle materials that are often not universally accepted via household kerbside recycling.

Absolutely delighted

Karen Butler, store manager, said: “We’re delighted to re-open, and the whole team is really enjoying welcoming our members and customers back into the store - we’ve had a great response.

“We work to ensure the store is a hub contributing to local life and meeting the needs of our community. With a focus on offering quality products, value and choice that can be enjoyed by everyone, we have deals and promotions throughout the store, and a range of added services to make everyday life easier.

“We’re proud to have the opportunity to serve Herne Bay. The team is here to contribute to local life and conveniently serve and support the community.”