POUNDLAND is bringing its chilled and frozen food aisle to Dorset after its success in trials in other parts of the country.

The store at Christchurch Retail Park will become part of the company's so-called Project Diamond Ice next week.

And the Dolphin Centre, Poole store will follow suit in the week beginning June 7.

The shops will also get new, larger trolleys for those who want to do a full grocery shop there.

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Next week's opening will take the number of stores that have been given the cool makeover to 175 since the programme began and Poundland anticipates having chilled and frozen food in 250 by the end of September.

Items in the range include everyday meals and snacks, including ready-meals, pizzas and pies, as well as frozen desserts and ice-cream.