HMV has now confirmed the opening date of its new shop in Watford after some teasers on social media.

The music retailer will finally return to the town next Friday (July 1) with a renewed focus on fans of music, film, TV and pop culture.

There will be more than 12,000 different products on display at the Atria Watford store.

As part of the launch, the first 25 customers to make a purchase will be given a free pop-culture swag bag.

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The store will take up units 2 and 3 in the shopping centre's lower mall.

Dan McLaughlin, store manager, said: “We’re excited to open our new shop in the Atria, creating nine new jobs in the local area and offering even more of the best in entertainment across pop culture, music, film and TV.

“We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome our customers with fantastic offers.” 

It will be open from 9am to 6pm on Mondays to Saturdays and 11am to 5pm on Sundays.