A brand new B&M store welcomed its first customers today (February 22) after opening in a a former Wilkos in Thamesmead.  

The new shop at Cannon Retail Park, 6 Twin Tumps Way, opened its doors on February 22 at 8am.

This opening is part of 45 new B&M locations planned for 2024 and the company says that the same number is projected for the next financial year.

Information on the B&M website reads: “Looking for bargains in Thamesmead? Look no further than B&M!

“The store is located in Cannon Retail Park, only a seven minute stroll away from the town centre, making it perfectly accessible for those travelling on foot.

“The store also has a dedicated onsite car park with ample parking spaces available, so you don't have to worry about carrying any larger purchases too far.

“The store boasts a huge variety of departments and shoppers will be spoilt for choice when it comes to bagging a bargain.

“Our in-store team is constantly updating our latest Wow Deals and you'll find impressive savings across all ranges, from bathroom furniture to stationery.”

Opening times at the Thamesmead Cannon Retail Park are as follows:

  • Monday - 8am - 9pm
  • Tuesday - 8am - 9pm
  • Wednesday - 8am - 9pm
  • Thursday – 8am - 9pm
  • Friday - 8am - 9pm
  • Saturday - 8am - 9pm
  • Sunday - 10am - 4pm

News Shopper: Staff at the store in Cannon Retail ParkStaff at the store in Cannon Retail Park (Image: B&M)

The company's website has already disclosed 17 locations as part of a series of 45 stores planned for a 2024 opening.

Last year saw a similar push in development, with numerous new stores popping up and several existing ones relocating.

All in all, the group looks set to have introduced 76 new stores across all its brands by March.

This includes 45 B&M stores in the UK, 11 in France, and 20 novel Heron outlets.

Alex Russo, chief executive of the group, said: “The performance across the ‘golden quarter’ has been pleasing, with strong operational execution across the three businesses.

“Our strategy remains unchanged – we are an everyday low-price discounter with a laser-focus in keeping excellence in retail standards and our costs the lowest.

“This allows us to provide our products at the best price to all customers, many of whom continue to face significant cost-of-living pressures.

“Our store pipeline is strong and we will open not less than 45 B&M UK stores in each of the next two financial years, driving disciplined cash-generating growth.”

B&M already has more than 700 stores in the UK and employs over 35,000 staff.

You can see more details about the new stores set to open in the UK or job vacancies on the B&M website.