New supermarket to open in former Thetford Wilko store

The shop is moving into the site at Minstergate in Thetford which was home to Wilko until the business fell into administration last year. 

The owners of the supermarket will also be launching a new restaurant at the town’s Riverside Leisure Complex. 

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Renovation works at the sites in Thetford are set to be complete over the coming months (Image: Denise Bradley)

Councillor Hazel McCambridge, ward member for Thetford Castle, said: “The new premises in Minstergate offers an exciting opportunity for residents, enhancing local shopping options and creating job opportunities.” 

Situated next to The Light Cinema, the 7 Pecados restaurant aims to create "a warm and inviting atmosphere" where families and friends can gather to enjoy traditional Portuguese cuisine. 

The restaurant will replace the former Dough and Co and Burger Amour restaurants and is on track to open this month. 

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Breckland Council has a vision of fostering a vibrant, diverse, and thriving community in the area (Image: Denise Bradley)

Both the vacant shop and Riverside Complex are owned by Breckland Council. 

Councillor Paul Hewett, executive member for property, project and procurement, added: “Reaching an agreement to rent out these spaces will further contribute to our vision of a vibrant and dynamic Thetford, supporting business growth and bringing new experiences and opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy."