The Co-op has revealed plans to open a new convenience store in Threemilestone, creating 15 new jobs in the area.

The proposed store, which represents an investment of over £1m, is scheduled to open on the site of the former Ward Vauxhall dealership on Chyvelar Road towards the end of 2018.

The 3,000 sq ft sales store is located in the heart of the community, and will have an in-store bakery, locally sourced products and a focus on fresh, healthy foods, meal ideas and essentials.

Gareth Dexter, regional acquisitions manager for the Co-op, said: “We’re looking forward to opening a new store in Threemilestone. We’re delighted to have the opportunity to provide shoppers with our wide range of award-winning food, in a store designed to be easy to use for everyone.

“The new store will also bring a funding boost for community groups through the Co-op’s recently launched membership scheme. Members receive a five per cent reward on purchases of own-branded products and services, with a further one per cent going directly to local causes to make a difference in the community.”

Good causes currently being supported include Cornwall Wildlife Trust, Samaritans of Cornwall at Truro, and Truro Cathedral.

Tony Hind, head of new store development, added: “We’re committed to finding great locations for our new stores, we know people want to be able to buy high quality food near to where they live and work, in handy-sized shops that are open at convenient times. We opened 100 new stores last year and will open another 100 again this year and are always on the lookout for new sites where we can be at the heart of local life.”