Aldi reveals locations for 11 new stores to open before Christmas – so is one coming to YOUR local town?
THE German discounter is opening 11 new stores as part of a £800 million expansion investment.
Now even more communities can enjoy the “unbeatable prices” Aldi has to offer, all in time for the festive season.
Starting this week, stores in Sedgley in the West Midlands and Castle Douglas in Scotland are set to open.
While Horsham in West Sussex and Muswell Hill in London are preparing to welcome new Aldi stores later in the month.
And the expansions don’t stop there.
In December, stores in Totton in Hampshire, Cribbs Causeway in Bristol and Pwllheli in Gwynedd are scheduled to open.
Not only will 11 Aldi stores open before Christmas, 15 stores will undergo refurbishments before the big day too.
This is all part of Aldi’s long term plan to increase its UK footprint.
The supermarket is set to invest £800 million into expansions and open 1,500 stores across the UK.
Jonathan Neale, Real Estate Managing Director at Aldi UK, said: “At Aldi, we’re committed to making high-quality, affordable food accessible to everyone.
“Our new store openings are a testament to our ongoing investment in the UK, and we’re thrilled to bring Aldi’s unbeatable prices to even more communities ahead of the festive season.”
Aldi also revealed that its Store Assistants receive a starting pay of £12.40 per hour.
With those based in London earning £13.65 per hour.
Plus, Aldi remains the only supermarket to offer paid breaks, that’s worth over £900 for the average store worker.
Full list of Aldi stores opening before Christmas 2024
- Bilston Street, Sedgley, West Midlands – November 2024
- Oakwell Road, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway – November 2024
- Tanbridge Retail Park, Horsham, West Sussex – November 2024
- Straiton Road, Loanhead, Midlothian – November 2024
- Muswell Hill, Haringey, Greater London – November 2024
- Caernavon Road, Pwllheli, Gwynedd – November 2024
- Salisbury Road, Totton, Hampshire – December 2024
- Cribbs Causeway, Bristol – December 2024
- Colliery Lane, Hetton-le-Hole, Tyne and Wear – December 2024
- Princess Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester – December 2024
- Duff Street, Macduff, Banffshire – December 2024
It comes after Aldi announced the exact date its cosy winter buys will hit stores.
The special buys sale began on Sunday, November 3 – with winter warmers such as hot water bottles and eye masks all up for grabs.
A hot water bottle bottle and eye mask duo by Kirkton House will set you back £4.99.
The soft and stylish purchase comes in four colours grey, blue, white and purple, and is perfect for a warm and restful night in.
The German chain retailer is also selling long hot water bottles, perfect for snuggling into bed with.
How to save money on Christmas shopping
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor
Just days ago Aldi shoppers were left overjoyed after noticing that the Winter Scene Lanterns have returned to the middle aisles.
Not only do they look fabulous, but they’re super affordable too.
At just £6.99, these lanterns are incredibly gorgeous and great value for money.
One savvy shopper was left overjoyed when she spotted the festive find in her local Aldi.
Thrilled with her purchase, which she has been trying to nab for almost three years, Helen Perry took to social media to share it with others, leaving many open-mouthed.
Posting on Aldi UK Shoppers, a private Facebook group with 312,500 members, Helen shared snaps of her new green lantern and beamed: “After almost three years, I have finally got the green one.
“I’m so chuffed.”