Lidl reveals plans for new stores and relocations across Bolton

Lidl is looking for new sites across Bolton to build new stores and the relocation several existing sites as part of what is describes as its “nationwide growth strategy”.

The discount supermarket, which recently reached 1,000 stores across Great Britain, has identified Bolton as a key area for investment in its latest plans.

Lidl has outlined hundreds of target locations for potential new stores, across the country including one in Breightmet and Horwich.

Alongside these proposals, Lidl has also earmarked a number of existing Bolton branches for relocation.

Stores in Astley Bridge, Central Bolton, Farnworth, Halliwell, and Westhoughton are all listed as requiring new sites, the most out of all the Greater Manchester boroughs. Bosses are also looking for a site in Atherton.

New sites are often larger, more modern and better connected, offering increased parking and improved access for customers.

Richard Taylor, Chief Real Estate Officer at Lidl GB, said the company remains committed to rapid expansion across the country.

He said: “We currently have one of the most ambitious store opening programmes of any supermarket and we are more committed than ever to bringing our high quality and low priced products to even more communities across the country.”

Mr Taylor added: “”All of our stores deliver more than just affordable products.

“Each one also brings quality jobs and opportunities for British suppliers to showcase the best home grown produce and support local good causes in the communities each one serves.

“In uncertain times, shoppers and communities can count on us.”

The expansion forms part of a £600 million investment programme, with Lidl planning to open more than 50 new stores in the next 12 months.

The retailer has also reported a 33-month streak as the fastest-growing bricks-and-mortar supermarket in the UK.

As part of its growth, Lidl is actively seeking freehold, leasehold or long-leasehold sites in prominent locations with strong footfall.

The company is also offering a finder’s fee to individuals who identify suitable sites that lead to a new store being developed.