Multi-million pound development will bring new jobs
A new Co-op filling station and food store is opening in Necton. Picture: CO-OP - Credit: Archant
A new multi-million pound development on a disused village site is set to bring new jobs to the area.
A new Co-op filling station and food store is opening in Necton. Picture: CO-OP - Credit: Archant
A Co-op filling station and food store will be opening its doors in Necton, between Swaffham and Dereham, on Friday June 21.
Eddie Jenkinson, national fuels manager, said: "We are delighted to have had the opportunity to make such a significant investment in Necton.
"We have been having a great response, and the development brings a disused site back to life for the benefit of both the community and visitors to the region - and it's a great way to mark the 175th anniversary year of the Co-op."
As well as creating 25 additional jobs it will also boost fundriaisng for local causes through the store's membership scheme.
A new Co-op filling station and food store is opening in Necton. Picture: CO-OP - Credit: Archant
The food store, which is approximately 2,500 sq. ft, will service Costa coffee and have an in-store bakery. It will also run on 100pc renewable energy and will offer compostable carrier bags. The 24-hour fueling station will include a jet wash, air and water, parking and toilets.
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