THE RNLI souvenir shop on Southend Pier is set to re-open this weekend.

The store had been closed for about three weeks for refurbishment work to be carried out.

It will have an official re-opening at noon on Sunday December 4 in time for Christmas shoppers.

An RNLI spokesman said: “It will be stocking Christmas cards, diaries, a wide selection of stocking fillers and clothing.

“Come along and enjoy a mince pie and glass of mulled wine, all are welcome.”