SEVEN new jobs are set to be created with the opening of a new high street shop.

Taking up the currently unoccupied building next to Holland & Barrett on Winchester High Street will be Mountain Warehouse.

The building was previously used by Santander bank.

Self-described as a quality outdoor clothing and equipment brand, the company sells tents, rain jackets and other outdoor equipment.

A date for the opening has yet to be announced, but the company expects to start trading at their new store from the end of May.

Mountain Warehouse have told the Daily Echo they will take on seven new employees.

A spokesperson for the company added: "We have been looking to get into Hampshire’s county city for some time.

"In what is a vibrant city high street it has been challenging to find the right location.

"With its heritage traditions and tourism links, it was a fabulous opportunity to bring Mountain Warehouse to Winchester which we couldn’t miss."

If you would like to apply to work at the new Mountain Warehouse store, please email jobs@mountainwarehouse.com.