DISCOUNT retailer B&M has announced the exact dates it will open ten more branches – all of which will follow within weeks.
The popular chain announced earlier this year that it would open a number of new branches in the United Kingdom.
B&M has more than 700 stores across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and employs more than 35,000 staff.
It is believed to have a long-term target of 950 locations.
The exact opening dates of 10 new B&M locations have now been announced and are as follows:
- Epsom: March 1, 2024
- Kenilworth: March 7, 2024
- Ely: March 7, 2024
- Banbury: March 16, 2024
- St Germain Walk (Huntingdon): March 22, 2024
- King William (Blackburn): March 23, 2024
- Markham Road (Chesterfield) – REOPENING: March 29, 2024
- Marsh Mills (Plymouth): April 5, 2024
- Mildenhall: April 6, 2024
- Burgess Hill: April 9, 2024
Last month, B&M said it would acquire three former Wilko sites in Stourbridge, Washington and Porthmadog, Wales.
Wilko went into administration in August 2023 and many possible buyers showed interest in a takeover.
But there was no one to take over the entire company.
Four hundred stores were forced to close in October after B&M agreed to buy up to 51 locations in a £13 million deal.
Poundland also bought several former Wilko stores.
The last remaining Wilko locations closed permanently on October 8 last year.
Bargain hunters were delighted last week to discover that prices had been slashed on a number of basic items at B&M.
One shopper proudly showed off his smaller find, which saved him a whopping £95.
Dominic Hallsworth was stunned when he browsed the aisles of his local B&M and discovered a five-tiered rolling shoe rack for just £1.
Originally priced at £20, he couldn't believe his luck.
Another shopper claimed she found her 'bargain of the year' at her local B&M: huge boxes of washing powder.
B&M fan Emma Stephenson managed to get six large boxes of XXL mega discount package Easy Inspirations washing powder.
The 6.5kg tubs originally cost £9.49 each, but Emma bought them for just £1 each – yes, you heard that right.
Emma's transport only cost her £6, so she saved £8.49 on each box.
In total she saved a whopping £50.94.