Work has started on the opening of a new sports chain at a seaside retail park. JD Sports will open at Blackpool Retail Park, joining other chains including TK Maxx and Dunelm.
The former Office Outlet unit at Blackpool Retail Park on Squires Gate Lane in South Shore is being transformed by the national sports retailer.
Planning permission was granted earlier this year for the scheme by Fylde Council which has planning jurisdiction for that part of the retail park.
Approval was given to vary a condition of the original planning permission to allow the sale of clothing including footwear and fashion goods including jewellery.
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