A soft play centre and cafe have opened in a former Wilko.

Net Church bought the unit in Sittingbourne High Street, is looking to boost the economy and drive people back into the town with the new plans.

Senior pastor Roy Morley said: “We want to provide a safe space, and we're trying to make it as reasonable as possible.

“It's difficult to raise kids in this day and age. Money is always tight.

“Buying Wilko allowed us to do what we're already doing, but to do it better and bigger than before.”

The 56-year-old from Bredgar added: “Out of that, we can help some of the more underprivileged families.

“Down the line, we plan to work with social services and schools, doing free parties for families that are struggling.

“We are looking at holding SEN sessions and how we can help carers.

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