A NEW DIY Store has opened in the county today.

Toolstation welcomed customers and tradesmen through the doors of the new Hailsham store this morning.

It is the tenth shop the brand has opened in the country this year, creating more than 300 permanent jobs.

A Toolstation spokesman said: “Toolstation offers a wide range of leading brands and trade quality products at great prices in branch and online, demonstrating Toolstation’s commitment to quickly and conveniently provide tradespeople, DIYers and homebuilders with tools and more to tackle any task.

“The knowledgeable Hailsham branch team will be on hand with expert advice and reliable service.

“Customers of the Hailsham branch will also be able to try out Toolstation’s customer app, an easy way for trade and DIY customers to shop with Toolstation”

Toolstation Hailsham, at Unit 10 Diplocks Way, will be open from 7am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 7am to 7pm Saturday and 9am to 4pm Sundays.

Visit the Toolstation website at www.toolstation.com or tweet @ToolstationUK for further information.