Bestway to launch 25 new Costcutter / Bargain Booze hybrid stores

Bestway has revealed it intends to launch 25 stores under its new dual-branded fascia with Costcutter and Bargain Booze by the end of next year, with plans to target retailers from different symbol groups.

The wholesaler opened its first ‘store within a store’ concept at Costcutter Meopham in Kent at the start of the year, and its second at Costcutter Whiston in Liverpool, in July.

To be eligible, stores must be at least 1,800sq ft; have a minimum 10 metres of refrigeration for chilled alcohol; a minimum 14 metres of refrigeration for chilled and fresh foods; and preferably space for parking.