A national shoe brand which closed both its city centre stores in the past year is returning to Norwich with a new "concept" shop.

Shoe Zone closed its Orford Place store in January before bringing the shutters down on its St Stephens Street shop months later.

The chain is now reopening in St Stephens Street on Friday, August 12, with several opening offers for customers.

It has moved from its spot next to Specsavers to a store on the other side of the road next to Admiral.

Anthony Smith, chief executive at Shoe Zone, said: “We can’t wait to open our doors at the new Norwich location to offer the people of Norfolk easy access to the footwear they want, as soon as they need it.

“We’ll open with a wide range of footwear, including trainers and sandals that are perfect for the summer and plenty of school shoes ready for the return to school in September."

Brands stocked will include Rieker, Lotus, Heavenly Feet, Jana Softline and S. Oliver as well as the store's own brand.

The St Stephens Street store will be open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 4pm on Sunday.