SCREWFIX officially opened its first store in Farnham on Thursday in the Grovebell Retail Park.

The new branch, next to the Co-op supermarket in Wrecclesham Road, will create an additional 17 jobs and is part of the company’s ongoing expansion plans.

Screwfix’s new Farnham store manager, Tim Dent, is proud of the contribution the new store has made to employment figures in the area.

“We’ve created 17 brand new vacancies and have employed local people from around the Farnham area,” he said.

“Our new team includes people of all ages and levels of experience, but the most important requirement is that they have the right attitude and can offer superb customer service. Everyone here is really looking forward to the store opening.”

Tim added the store’s convenient location and Click and Collect service will be a real bonus to local tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts.

He continued: “I’m confident that we’ve got a great location here in Farnham. My team and I have already been out and about getting to know local businesses and tradesmen and we’ve all been struck by how friendly everyone has been.

“At Screwfix we pride ourselves on meeting the needs of today’s busy tradesmen and serious DIYers with a speedy, reliable and convenient service, plus quality value-for-money products.

“We’re keen to welcome tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts from Farnham and the surrounding local areas to our new store.”

Screwfix’s Farnham store is open Monday to Friday from 7am to 8pm, Saturday 8am from 6pm and Sunday from 10am to 4pm.