Bensons for Beds has completed the opening of 15 branches in three weeks, including some of the former Carpetright stores it took over in August.
The openings include a return to Northern Ireland after a four year absence, with a store in Belfast, along with stores in Aberdeen, Exeter and a high-street store in Sutton, breaking away from the brand’s usual retail park format.
The openings have created 50 new jobs along with employing 20 former Carpetright staff.
‘The scale of openings we have managed to take on in the past few weeks is unprecedented by us as a business and is a huge feat for any retail business, particularly in the current economic climate. Whilst market conditions have remained challenging, Bensons will be well placed to capitalise on a recovery in the market. This is all due to the continuing transformation of the business to become the leading bed specialist, offering expert advice and fantastic value for money, all going towards helping our customers get a great night’s sleep. Since our return to profitability in 2023, we have continued to see significant market share gains across all our core categories, reflecting the hard work from all of our colleagues across the organisation. These store openings are a testament to not only their hard work but our confidence to continue investing in the business and our ambitious growth plan,’ says Nick Collard, Bensons ceo.
