A new store is searching for a ‘local hero’ to unveil its new store next week.

The new B&M Home Store and Garden Centre in Accrington will be opening at the site of the former Homebase in Accrington on Wednesday, April 22.

Paul Broadbent, store manager, said they wanted a true VIP to officially open the new store.

He added: “What better way than to ask customers to nominate those who make a real difference to people’s lives in and around Accrington.

“We’re not judging by age or the type of support, we just want someone who goes that extra mile and who we can give something back to for a change.”

Heroes can be nominated by friends, family or work colleagues and could be someone who makes life better for people in the area, works hard for a particular cause or is renowned for their charity work.

Nominations are being accepted up to Wednesday, April 15 and can be e-mailed to communications@bmstores.co.uk or posted to Accrington Hyndburn Local Hero Search, B&M Retail Ltd, Dakota Drive, Estuary Commerce Park, Speke, Liverpool, L24 8RJ.