MORE than 150 new jobs will be created when a new Next store opens in Canterbury on Saturday, March 19.

The store, in the new Whitefriars Centre, will be spread over 20,000 sq ft. As well as offering the latest fashion looks for babies, children, women and men, the store includes furnishings in Next Home and a wedding list service.

Customers visiting during the first two weeks of opening will be invited to take part in a free prize draw in store to win £250 of Next gift vouchers.

Opening times will be 8.30am to 7pm Monday to Saturdays, with late-night shopping until 8pm on Thursdays, and 11am to 5pm Sundays.