CDS Superstores, the parent company of The Range and Wilko, has announced ambitious plans to expand both retail brands, releasing updated property requirements as part of their latest growth push.

The company is targeting a mix of city centre and out-of-town locations across the UK. Wilko is seeking retail units between 20,000 and 25,000 sq ft in size, ideally located in shopping centres or central urban areas. Meanwhile, The Range is focusing on larger, out-of-town sites ranging from 25,000 to 60,000 sq ft.

CDS confirmed it is open to both freehold and leasehold opportunities, as well as development land and joint venture proposals.

This expansion follows a period of significant momentum for the group. Over the past six months, The Range has launched 55 new stores and opened hundreds of in-store concessions, underlining its robust performance and market demand.

Antony Darbyshire, Head of Property at CDS Superstores, said:

“Demand for our retail brands has never been stronger. We’ve been gearing up for growth by investing heavily in our operational infrastructure, including warehousing and transport.

At a time when many retailers are scaling back, we’re bucking the trend. We’re committed to bringing leading retail experiences to even more communities and we’re calling on landlords, developers and agents to partner with us to unlock our next phase of expansion.”

The announcement signals a confident and proactive approach to retail growth, positioning The Range and Wilko as key players in the evolving high street and out-of-town retail landscape.

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