Aldi will open 16 new stores across the United Kingdom in the coming months as the discount supermarket continues to expand its presence nationwide.

The retailer, which operates more than 1,080 stores across the UK, announced that new locations will open in areas including Watford, Hoxton, Hattersley and Balsall Common. The openings form part of Aldi’s planned £370 million investment in new stores during 2026.

The expansion supports Aldi’s long-term ambition to grow its UK estate to 1,500 stores, bringing its value-focused grocery offer to more communities across the country.

The latest announcement follows the opening of a new Aldi store in Salford Quays last month and reflects the retailer’s continued focus on strengthening its position in the highly competitive UK grocery market.

New stores scheduled to open in the coming months include Hattersley in Greater Manchester, Newport on the Isle of Wight, Bishops Cleeve near Cheltenham, Newport in South Wales, Orpington, Hoxton, Ashford, Watford, Rayleigh, Balsall Common, Marble Arch, Malton, Port Talbot, Sutton Coldfield, Wigan and Sudbury.

Alongside its store investment programme, Aldi has also increased pay rates for store colleagues following a £42 million investment in wages during 2026. Store Assistant pay now starts at £13.50 per hour nationally, rising to £14.47 based on length of service. Within the M25, pay starts at £14.88 per hour and can rise to £15.20.

Aldi’s latest expansion programme highlights the continued momentum of the discount grocery sector, as retailers compete for market share through network expansion, local convenience and value-focused shopping. The investment reflects ongoing confidence in the UK supermarket market despite persistent cost pressures and changing consumer spending habits.

The new openings are expected to strengthen Aldi’s presence in key regions while supporting its long-term growth strategy across the United Kingdom.

Editor’s Note: This article is based on information released by Aldi UK on 16 June 2026 regarding its planned store expansion programme, investment strategy and upcoming UK store openings.