B&M is set to open a new 30,000sq ft store in Manchester’s Arndale centre later this year.
The discount retailer will take over the unit previously occupied by Wilko, which closed last October when it fell into administration.
The city centre store is notable for B&M, which generally trades from retail park locations. Consumers will be able to shop the retailer’s comprehensive range of home goods, groceries and electronics, alongside its seasonal lines at the store.
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Head of European retail asset management Steve Gray, who works at the Arndale Centre’s parent company Global Mutual, said: “We’re delighted to welcome such a strong household name like B&M to Manchester Arndale.
“We place great importance in having a truly mixed offer and its fantastic to be able to bring in a retailer that offers a wide array of products at accessible prices.
“From high-end fashion brands to discount retailers, its clear operators across the board have long-term confidence in the centre as Manchester Arndale continues to cement its reputation as the North West’s leading retail destination with a varied line up of exciting retail, food and beverage and leisure.”
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