A new Lidl store for
Market Place, Adlington
Lidl GB’s plans for a new foodstore off Market Place in Adlington are progressing, with updated plans submitted to Chorley Council.
A new Lidl store on this site in the heart of Adlington would increase local shopping choice, create up to 40 new local jobs, and provide Lidl’s high quality products at best value. A Lidl here would also help residents who may currently travel out of area for their regular shop.
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A new Lidl on this site would provide a much-needed supermarket for Adlington and save on journey times for residents who may currently have to travel out of area for their weekly shop.
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Background
Lidl submitted plans for a new foodstore for Adlington in 2022 following significant community support. Since then, the plans were delayed due to challenges around site access, which has caused the proposals to pause.
We are delighted that the plans are now progressing again, with slightly amended plans submitted in Summer 2024. The amends include to the store which would now be built to Lidl’s very latest and most sustainable store format.
The proposals
Lidl has submitted updated plans for a store on Market Place in Adlington. The proposals include:
This site is well located at the heart of Adlington and is easily accessible from the railway station. It is well connected to the wider local footpath network.
Lidl will provide cycle parking in a highly visible location at the front of the store.
The site is well-located for the bus network, with a bus stop outside the site on Market Place. Adlington rail station is also adjacent to the site.
Access
The proposed Lidl would be accessed via Market Place. The service area will be accessed via Back Railway View, and we anticipate there will be usually one delivery per day.
Highways
The planning application will include a detailed Transport Assessment, which will be reviewed by Lancashire County Council’s highways team. The Transport Assessment will take into consideration factors such as Lidl’s expected busiest periods.
Since establishing itself in Great Britain in 1994, Lidl GB has experienced continuous growth and today has over 32,000 employees, over 960 stores and 14 distribution centres in England, Wales and Scotland.
The supermarket takes pride in providing its customers with the highest quality products at the lowest possible prices throughout Great Britain. Social responsibility and sustainability are at the core of the company’s daily operations, with the company placing a strong emphasis on its responsibility for people, society, and the environment. Lidl GB is passionate about working with British producers and sources two thirds of its products from British suppliers.
Lidl first opened its doors in Great Britain in 1994 and currently has over 32,000 employees, 960 stores and 14 distribution centres in England, Scotland and Wales. Lidl takes pride in providing top quality products at low prices.
The Lidl retail philosophy is focused on simplicity and maximum efficiency at every stage of the business, from supplier to customer, enabling the company to sell high quality own brand and well-known products at low prices.
Red Tractor
Lidl is committed to sourcing high quality fresh meat, poultry, fruit and veg from British farms. We work closely with Red Tractor to ensure that our British meat, poultry, fruit and veg is responsibly sourced to strict food hygiene, animal welfare and environmental standards, with every pack traceable to the farm of origin. This guarantees our customers a fresh, locally sourced, high quality range of meat and poultry at excellent value.
Fairtrade
Lidl GB sells over 50 different Fairtrade certified products, from bananas originating from Colombia, tea picked in Kenya and cocoa for our chocolate, grown in Cote d’Ivoire. In addition to the products we sell all year round, we proudly support specific Fairtrade campaigns such as Fairtrade Fortnight. This is an opportunity to give a voice to farmers and growers throughout the world.
Up to 40 jobs for local people including full and part-time roles. Lidl has recently announced increased hourly pay for entry-level staff, who will receive £12.40 nationally and £13.65 within London. With service this rises to £13.00 per hour nationally and £14.00 within London.
The new store at Adlington would feature our famous ‘Middle of Lidl’ products. Our ever-changing middle aisle offers customers the opportunity to purchase non-food household items at bargain prices. Click here to see this week’s offers.
The proposed store will meet Lidl’s high sustainability standards which are intended to minimise environmental impact over the lifetime of the store.
LIDL HAS COMMITTED TO BEING:
Good for Producers – including championing the British food and farming sector, focusing on our supplier relationships, human rights and ethical trade, and animal welfare
Good for People – including healthy eating, supporting charities such as the NSPCC and by becoming the employer of choice in our sector
Good for our Planet – by promoting a low carbon economy, minimising food waste, ensuring our supply chains are deforestation free and by reducing, recycling and re-using plastics and packaging
For more details on Lidl’s sustainability commitments, click here.
Lidl has now submitted updated proposals for a new foodstore on Market Place in Adlington. Chorley Council will soon make a decision on whether to approve the plans or not.
If you want to see a new Lidl in Adlington, please support us in the following ways:
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