Home Bargains has invested approximately £5 million into its new store, ‘Sunderland 2’, located at Leechmere Road, which will be officially opened at 8.00 am on Saturday 22nd March 2025.

As one of the UK’s largest family-run retailers, Home Bargains is creating 71 new jobs in the local community with its new store in Sunderland.

The new ‘Sunderland 2’ store will complement the existing Sunderland stores and over 600 outlets across the UK. Opening approximately 50 stores a year, Home Bargains is bucking current trends in the industry.

Victoria Rowe, the new Sunderland 2 store manager, said: “I am thrilled to announce the grand opening of our newest store in Leechmere, marking our third location in Sunderland and our 36th store in the North East region. This exciting addition reflects our commitment to providing quality products at exceptional prices to our loyal Home Bargains customers and welcoming new shoppers alike.”

The 26,146 sq. ft store, will offer shoppers a range of products, including homewares, health and beauty essentials, sweets, snacks and drinks, as well as fresh and frozen food. The Sunderland 2 store will also be home to a Home Bargains bakery, café and garden centre.

Victoria Rowe added: “Our Leechmere store features an extensive range of products, including a café, a bakery, and a well-stocked garden centre, alongside our popular chilled and frozen food sections. We are dedicated to creating a shopping experience that caters to the diverse needs of our community. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating this milestone. We look forward to serving the Sunderland community and contributing to the local economy.”

With more than five million customers each week, Home Bargains is one of the country’s best-loved discount retailers, stocking top-quality branded goods at low prices.

For more information on the ranges available, visit www.homebargains.co.uk.

Sunderland 2 Store Address: Leechmere Road, Sunderland, SR2 9JA