A multi-million pound new discount supermarket has opened its doors in a market town for the first time this week.

Eastern Daily Press: Lidl's early plans to open a new discount supermarket in Wymondham. Picture: SUBMITTEDLidl's early plans to open a new discount supermarket in Wymondham. Picture: SUBMITTED (Image: Archant)

German retail giant Lidl arrived in Wymondham on Thursday, June 28 on Farrier Close, just off of the A11.

The new store has created up to 40 full and part time jobs, includes toilets and a baby-changing facility, and has been received on social media with enthusiasm.

Iain Trice, from Wymondham, said on Facebook: 'Just been to the opening of the new Lidl store in Wymondham. Lots of free goodies like chocolates flowers and free bags for life.'

Colin Rimmer, Lidl UK's regional head of property, said: 'We would like to thank all those who have played a part in bringing this new Lidl store to Wymondham.

Eastern Daily Press: The old Poundstretcher store at Gateway 11 at Wymondham where Lidl have moved to. Picture: DENISE BRADLEYThe old Poundstretcher store at Gateway 11 at Wymondham where Lidl have moved to. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY (Image: Archant)

'It is great for us to be able to create more jobs and investment opportunities in the area, and we can't wait to start serving our multi-award winning products to the local community.'