A shop in Anglia Square that closed last year due to a persistent water leak is preparing to open its new premises.

The YMCA charity shop was in the former Pound Stretcher unit but imminent changes to the shopping centre and the water damage forced staff to vacate in October.

The shop sells clothes, trinkets and large furniture.    

Norwich Evening News: Staff were seen moving stock into the former Poundland site next to Savers Staff were seen moving stock into the former Poundland site next to Savers (Image: Newsquest)

Last week staff were seen moving stock into the former Poundland unit and new YMCA signs were being put up above the door.   

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A YMCA spokeswoman confirmed: “The new premises is slightly small but still has lots of great shopping space.  

Norwich Evening News: YMCA was forced to move due to water damage YMCA was forced to move due to water damage (Image: Newsquest)

“We moved because the shopping centre is going to be demolished and will be there for as long as we are able.  

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“We are delighted to have found a new home and are looking forward to supporting the local community providing a fantastic place to shop, volunteer and donate.  

“Profits from the store are shared with YMCA Norfolk helping to improve the lives of young people in the county.” 

The new store will open on Saturday, January 6.