Dunelm saw a big rise in sales for the three months to March 29.

The retailer, which has stores in Cheltenham and Gloucester, has reported a 6.3% increase in sales to £462m for the quarter, as reported by Retail Gazette.

Dunelm said the growth was across homewares and furniture, with a solid start to its new spring/ summer ranges.

Digital sales now make up 41% of total sales for the retailer - up from 37% in the same period last year.

Profit before tax for the year is expected to be around £208m.

The retailer opened its 200th store during the quarter - in Merthyr Tydfil.

It plans to install self-service till in more than 100 stores over the next year.