Our readers have responded to news of a Heron Foods store coming to Carlisle.

Heron Foods, the discount retail chain, has announced that Lowther Street in Carlisle is the location for its new store.

Heron Foods focuses on chilled and frozen foods and discount grocery products.

Previously, the nearest Heron Foods stores have been in west Cumbria, in Whitehaven, Maryport and Egremont.

Here's what you had to say. 

TC Corson said: "I wondered what they were building on Lowther Street, I look forward to visiting on opening day."

Lyn Bainbridge said: "Great idea."

Nora Maria Channon said: "Can’t wait, these shops are cheap and fabulous. They're all over the northeast."

A spokesperson from Heron Foods said: “We’re thrilled to be opening on Thursday, February 9.

"Heron Foods stores add to the local community, so we’re delighted to be opening a store in Carlisle, and we look forward to welcoming customers through the doors.

“I’d also like to personally thank colleagues for their efforts in getting the new store ready as well as our neighbours who have already shown support.”