A homeware brand has opened its first store in Norwich. 

Julian Charles is in Castle Quarter in the unit formerly occupied by Your CBD Store. 

The space has been vacant for more than a year after the cannabis oil retailer closed in June 2022.

Norwich Evening News: The shop is selling a range of festive bedding and homewareThe shop is selling a range of festive bedding and homeware (Image: Newsquest)Ellie Clifton, temporary store manager at Julian Charles, said: "It was quiet yesterday during the storm but today has been really good for sales. 

"We're not so much a well-known brand but we're getting the name out there more now.

"We have a very loyal customer base, once people start coming in they keep coming back."

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Norwich Evening News: The interior of the new store in Castle QuarterThe interior of the new store in Castle Quarter (Image: Newsquest)Julian Charles was founded in 1947 and began as a small business in Lancashire that manufactured curtains. 

There are more than 70 Julian Charles outlets across the UK selling bedding, cushions, cosy throws and other home decor. 

The new Castle Quarter store is open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday.