B&M starts a new chapter in Bulwell as it officially moves into old Wilko building

The popular high street discount chain has moved into the old Wilko building following feedback from regular customers that said they wanted a bigger shop and even more products.

The new store now has 26,507sqft of space and has undergone a comprehensive internal and external refurbishment programme.

The new store officially held its grand opening on June 12.

A B&M spokesperson said: “Customers can expect to find a wide variety of branded groceries for the best possible price including a range of food, drink and pet food.

"There is also a fantastic selection of quality health and beauty products, homeware, electricals, DIY essentials, toys, games, gifts and plenty more to explore.”

As well as giving more choice to customers, staff at the store are also giving more back to their community.

Colleagues were asked to nominate a local charity they think truly deserves some VIP treatment for the work they do for the local community.

They chose the team from the Bestwood & Bulwell Food Bank to take centre stage and officially unveil the new store.

The food bank is part of the Trussell Trust national network of food banks.

Its aim is to not have anyone in their community go hungry, which is why they provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to them in crisis.

Their operation focuses on three key aspects: providing emergency food, signing posting to other supportive services, and directly helping people find long-term solutions to their issues.

In addition to opening the store, the team will also receive £250 worth of B&M vouchers, which will go towards helping the charity to continue doing the great work they do.

The store manager, said: “It was really exciting to welcome customers through the doors – the feedback so far has been fantastic.”

“A big thank you to the team at the Bestwood & Bulwell Food Bank who helped us open the store.

"We hope that our donation can help them to continue to do the great work they do.”