Timeframe for new Havant Lidl opening confirmed as work progresses
Work on the new Lidl in Havant is progressing with the store expected to open in the next eight weeks.
Work began on the new supermarket on Purbrook Way, adjacent to the existing B&Q, in April last year with the finish line now in sight. While no opening date has been confirmed, the site has been listed amongst 19 stores that the German-owned company will be opening in the next eight weeks.
Last year, Lidl opened its 1,000th store and it is looking to add around another 40 sites in the year to February 28. It has also confirmed that it was investing £43 million in revamping more than 70 shops across the UK.
The revamps will see new tills and larger freezers to help offer a larger range of products. It is also launching new energy-saving features, such as chillers that use natural refrigerants and smart lighting systems that reduce electricity use.
Richard Taylor, chief real estate officer at Lidl’s UK operations, said: “We’re starting the new year as we mean to go on, with a major investment that reinforces our commitment to delivering the best experience for customers and creating a positive impact for the communities we serve.
“With this push, we’re set on winning more shoppers across the nation and claiming an even bigger share of the market.”
Recent figures from the group showed it enjoyed a strong Christmas, with a 10 per cent surge in sales seeing it notch up more than £1.1 billion in turnover in the four weeks leading up to Christmas Eve.