A nationwide retailer is set to open a new store later this year.

Screwfix - which sells tools, accessories and hardware products - has confirmed it is coming to the Isle of Sheppey.

A Screwfix spokeswoman said: “We are delighted to bring Screwfix closer to even more customers and look forward to welcoming busy tradespeople to our new store on the Isle of Sheppey later this year.

“As we grow our store network we will announce details about each new store, including planned dates for opening, in due course.”

The retailer did not reveal the exact location of the new site, however in April the firm posted adverts for a branch manager, assistant manager and retail supervisor roles for a store in the Queenborough area.

Its website said the new roles were for the ME11 5PP postcode area, which is north of the town parallel to Whiteway Road.

Currently, Islanders have to cross The Swale to find a Screwfix with the closest in Mill Way or Homebase on Sittingbourne Retail Park.

Screwfix has been approached for further information.