YORK'S vacant Toys R Us store could be re-opening its doors as the building is sold as part of a £30.5 million deal.

The large unit, in Clifton Moors, has laid empty since the retailer fell into administration in March this year.

Now property management company FI Real Estate Management has confirmed it has sold the York store along with two others in Liverpool and Shrewsbury, to an "undisclosed retailer".

A spokesperson for FI Real Estate said: "We recognised the appeal of a selection of properties to successful out of town retail operators and as prime development opportunities.

"The properties sold to date reflect the healthy appetite for prime sites and demonstrates our ability to unlock asset value by ensuring we utilise an intelligent and appropriate commercial approach."