More than 150 people queued up for the opening of Wilko's new store.

Queues outside the new store in Wimbledon Bridge House started forming at 7.30am on December 8 with more than 150 shoppers keen to get a first look at the store.

The first 100 customers received prizes including £5, £10 and £20 gift cards, plus kitchen appliances including a copper kettle, toaster, table blender and hand blender.

Store manager Peter Butterworth said: “We have been overwhelmed by the support of the local people, it’s been a very positive start to our residence here at Wimbledon Bridge House and we can’t wait to welcome more customers to the new store.”