The long-awaited Lidl supermarket on Mill Lane, Alton, has finally opened its doors to the public.<br />The new Lidl opened it doors at 8am on Thursday, February 22.<br />The deputy mayor of Alton, Cllr Annette Eyre, and pupils from Anstey Junior School were granted a tour behind the scenes before they marked the opening of the new store.<br />After shelves were fully stocked and pastries baked overnight, customers were met at the door with complimentary flowers, bakery items and a chance to win prizes from a spin wheel. <br />As well as being offered exclusive deals such as a Silvercrest’s espresso machine for £39.99, its crêpe maker for £12.99 and its three-in-one sandwich toaster for £9.99.<br />Cllr Eyre said “I’m so happy Lidl is open, it is lovely for the community. They (Lidl) will do a community program. It’s exciting to see all the fresh produce that is local or from this country.”
