The former Thomas Cook store in Whitstable has reopened after an independent travel agent stepped in.

Four people have been reemployed at Hays Travel in the high street - who say they are "excited to be back in the store".

A post on their Facebook page says: "After a crazy few weeks we are excited to invite everyone to the Hays Travel Store in Whitstable.

"We can't wait to see all of our loyal customers and welcome new ones too. Pop in and say hello."

They are still recruiting a branch manager for the store.

Its opening hours are 9.15am to 5.30pm between Monday and Friday, and 9.15am to 5pm on Saturday.

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