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Popular sweet brand Haribo is preparing to open its first store in Greater Manchester before Christmas . Haribo UK will open at the Trafford Centre on Friday, December 5, bosses have now confirmed.

And in new details revealed by the firm, shoppers can expect its own version of a pick 'n' mix station inside the new store.

Plans are underway to make it an extra special store launch at the Trafford Centre . It will become the 13th standalone Haribo store in the UK and first in the Greater Manchester region.

Bosses have also announced a special guest will greet the first shoppers through the door from 10am on Friday December 5. View 4 Images

For none other than Goldbear, Haribo's iconic cartoon bear mascot, will be appearing at the store opening in life-sized form. G

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