EUROPE'S leading specialist photographic retailer, Jessops, is giving itself bags of local exposure by opening a new store in Union Street within the Mill Gate.

And from today (Fri Oct 25) until Sunday, the store will be staging a special opening weekend with special offers on both digital and film-based cameras as well as camcorders and accessories.

Commenting on the opening of Jessops' 238th store in the UK, Bury manager Paul Calvert said: "We look forward to serving the photographic needs of the local area's personal and business customers."