Group investing £370m in new stores this year as part of plans to reach 1,500 UK sites
Discount supermarket chain Aldi has announced plans to launch 16 new stores across the UK over the coming months, reports BritPanorama.
The German-based retailer, which already operates more than 1,080 UK outlets, is pressing ahead with an ambitious expansion drive to grow its portfolio of shops throughout the country.
On Tuesday, the group announced the locations of 16 forthcoming supermarket sites, including stores in Watford and Hoxton in London, Hattersley in Greater Manchester, and Balsall Common in the West Midlands.
This latest initiative aligns with Aldi’s long-term ambition to extend its UK presence to 1,500 locations. In January, Aldi revealed it was targeting the opening of approximately 40 new stores in 2026, in keeping with its long-term growth strategy.
The recent wave of openings follows the launch of its newest store at Salford Quays last month, with Aldi committing £370 million to new store investment this year.
Jonathan Neale, managing director of national real estate at Aldi UK, stated: “At Aldi, we’re committed to making high-quality, affordable food accessible to everyone, which is why we continue to invest in expanding our store network across the UK.”
He added, “Our £370 million investment in new stores this year will help us bring Aldi’s unbeatable value to even more communities, supporting local economies through our industry-leading pay for colleagues.”
Aldi’s new store locations include:
- Hattersley, Greater Manchester
- Newport, Isle of Wight
- Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- Newport, South Wales
- Orpington, London
- Hoxton, London
- Ashford, Kent
- Watford, London
- Rayleigh, Essex
- Balsall Common, West Midlands
- Marble Arch, London
- Malton, North Yorkshire
- Port Talbot, Wales
- Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
- Wigan, Greater Manchester
- Sudbury, Suffolk
The expansion of Aldi’s footprint underscores the ongoing competition in the UK grocery sector. With major retail players vying for market share, Aldi’s strategy highlights an aggressive approach to meet growing consumer demand for affordable grocery options. As the retail landscape evolves, Aldi’s investment could strengthen its position significantly in the coming years.
