Screwfix is set to open up to 20 of its new inner city convenience stores by the end of the year as it targets high footfall areas in its expansion plans.
The retailer’s newest format – Screwfix City – carries a range of more than 3,000 essential products via click and collect, with a further 31,000 available online for next day collection.
The new concept builds on initial tests of the retailer’s ultra-compact stores and it is targeting up to 100 branches over the next few years.
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There are six Screwfix City stores across London, including in Islington, Camden and Dulwich, and it is also looking to expand the concept to cities outside of the capital.
Screwfix UK and Republic Of Ireland managing director Max Britten said: “Our Screwfix City stores are enabling us to go even further to meet the needs of our customers.
“We know how busy our customers are, and we understand the challenges they face in cities, such as getting a parking space on the job or having to down tools for an emergency product only to spend time stuck in traffic.
“With our Screwfix City stores, we’ve been able to launch an exciting new format that works in different locations to our traditional stores.
“We’re planning to open up to 100 over the next few years in London and other cities, providing our customers with the ultimate convenience that keeps them on the job and earning.”
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