The new Starbucks store at Waterfront Retail Park in Barry has opened its doors for the first time this morning (Friday 20 November).

Operated by Starbucks licensee, The Magic Bean Company, the store will be the first Starbucks in the area and will create 20 new jobs.

To celebrate the opening, store manager Fern Hodgson hosted a ribbon cutting alongside representatives from local charity partner Bernardo's.

The first 10 customers to visit the store received a gift box filled with Starbucks merchandise.

Barnardo's provides support services for the UK's most vulnerable children and young people.

Gayl Norman, General Manager at The Magic Bean Company, said: "We are so excited to open our new store in Barry and the team are closely following guidance from both government and health authorities to keep everyone safe instore.

"We can't wait to start welcoming new faces over the next few weeks."

The store will be 'to-go' only until 4 December, with customers able to order for takeaway using Starbucks Mobile Order & Pay and Drive Thru services.

The new Drive Thru store is located at Waterfront Retail Park, Heol Ceinog, Barry, CF63 4BA from 6:00am until 10:00pm, Monday – Sunday.