NORTH Berwick High Street is set to welcome a new funeral director business.
William Purves is opening a branch at 99 High Street, replacing the Joules clothes shop that closed down.
The premises will undergo a complete refurbishment before reopening in summer, and will hold a reception area, viewing space and arranging room.
William Purves says it wants to strengthen its presence in East Lothian and “follow in the footsteps” of its Haddington branch.
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The Edinburgh-based, family-run business is celebrating its 135th anniversary this year, and the North Berwick branch will become the business’s 25th branch.
Mark Sutherland, North Berwick branch lead, said: “Having worked with many families in North Berwick, it felt like the perfect fit.
“Our new location is a convenient spot for locals to pop in to ask questions and discuss plans.”
North Berwick High Street is already home to Co-op Funeralcare, at 34 High Street.
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