CUSTOMERS at Beales in Hexham are set to have access to an extended range of footwear within the next few weeks.

For, as part of an investment in the store which will includes the introduction of brand new concessions, two new shoe retailers are poised to set up shop.

A new Carl Scarpa concession will offer shoppers a range of ladies’ Italian shoes and bags and retailer Brantano had promised a “huge range” of branded shoes at competitive prices.

The new additions to the store will replace ladies’ clothing brand Bon Marche and footwear business Jones Bootmaker, which have chosen to exit the store.

A Beales spokesman said: “We’re delighted to announce that we will be welcoming both new concession partners to the store over the next month.”