A new shop is set to open in Workington today.

Bethany James Children's Boutique has taken over the former Dresses and Dreams premises on Jane Street.

The store will sell a range of clothes suitable for children up to the age of six and other items such as hair accessories.

Owner Angela Barrow, 47, of Alexander Close, Workington and named it after her children Bethany, 14, and James, 23.

She said: "I've been in retail since I was 18 in management positions and it's something I've always wanted to do.

"I think there's a niche round here for something and I always used to love dressing my kids up when they were little."

Angela plans to employ some part-time members of staff to help run the business.

Her daughter Bethany will also help in the shop.