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News · 17 June 2026

Aldi opening 16 new UK stores

Aldi opening 16 new UK stores

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Aldi is investing £370 million this year to open 16 new shops across the UK, part of its long-term plan to reach 1,500 sites. The supermarket confirmed the locations on Tuesday, including places like Watford, Hoxton in London, and Sutton Coldfield in the West Midlands. The objective of this growth initiative is to ensure that nutritious and economical food options are available to a wider array of communities, thereby increasing its present count of 1,080 establishments throughout the UK.

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