Full List of 52 Wilko Stores Set to Close Next Week Revealed… Is Your Local Shop Shutting?
By Matt Drake | Updated: 13:12 BST, 6 September 2023
Get ready for a major shake-up in the retail world as troubled retailer Wilko prepares to close 52 of its stores. PwC, the administrator appointed to oversee the insolvency, has revealed the list of locations that will be affected. Unfortunately, a rescue deal for the struggling high street chain could not be secured.
In a glimmer of hope, PwC has stated that negotiations are ongoing with potential buyers for the remaining stores that have not been snapped up by the rival retailer B&M. However, more store closures may be a possibility depending on the outcome of these talks with other interested parties. Keep an eye out for possible updates.
Just yesterday, B&M made headlines with its acquisition of up to 51 Wilko stores for an estimated £13 million. This move has further intensified the spotlight on Wilko and its challenges. Meanwhile, HMV owner Doug Putman is reportedly in discussions with PwC regarding a potential deal to save a significant number of Wilko stores.
The closures are scheduled for next week, and unfortunately, they will result in 1,016 redundancies. Additionally, the company has announced a significant number of job losses affecting warehouse and service centre staff. This news undoubtedly means a difficult time for the employees affected and their local communities.
Here is the comprehensive list of Wilko stores that are closing:
Tuesday, September 12:
Acton
Aldershot
Barking
Bishop Auckland
Bletchley FFB
Brownhills
Camberley
Cardiff Bay Retail Park
Falmouth
Harpurhey
Irvine
Liverpool Edge Lane
Llandudno
Lowestoft
Morley
Nelson
Port Talbot
Putney
Stafford
Tunbridge Wells
Wakefield
Weston-super-Mare
Westwood Cross
Winsford
Thursday, September 14:
Ashford
Avonmeads
Banbury
Barrow in Furness
Basildon
Belle Vale
Burnley (Relocation)
Clydebank
Cortonwood
Dagenham
Dewsbury
Eccles
Folkestone
Great Yarmouth
Hammersmith
Huddersfield
Morriston
New Malden
North Shields
Queen Street Cardiff
Rhyl
Southampton-West Quay
St Austell
Stockport
Truro
Uttoxeter
Walsall
Woking
There is one additional closure planned for Thursday, November 14: the Burnley store will be closing as part of a relocation.
We will keep you updated as any further developments arise. Stay tuned.
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