All Spar articles – Page 13
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AwardsVenue for The Convenience Awards 2021 unveiled
The Convenience Awards 2021 will take place at The Londoner on 14 September.
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Features and analysisSpar Carnon Downs reports 30% sales growth following next generation refit
The store underwent a £400,000 refit to make it a “next generation store for the local community”.
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Features and analysisSpar to invest £125m over the next 12 months
Spar is to invest £125m over the next year in its stores, supply chain and IT.
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Interviews and ProfilesSpar Carnon Downs undergoes ‘next generation’ refit by Appleby Westward
Appleby Westward has revealed details of the new Spar UK store design concept.
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Promotional FeatureSPAR backs independent retailers with tailored support
As lockdown eases and life returns to the old normal, SPAR is looking forward to a steady stream of independent retailers joining its ranks.
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Product NewsSpar expands wine range to include bag in a box options
Spar is to add four new wines to its range, including two in the bag in a box format.
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Promotional FeatureWhat convenience retailers need in a symbol partner
The Covid-19 pandemic has been a unique test for convenience retailers, who have returned to the centre of community life as people have stayed at home and shopped locally. Symbol groups have used their collaborative advantages to adapt quickly, an edge that will prove useful as restrictions ease, as SPAR ...
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: Raj and Sunita Aggarwal, Spar Wigston and Hackenthorpe
Much-loved retailer Raj Aggarwal was busy helping his community before tragically becoming a victim of coronavirus, and his wife, Sunita, has bravely carried on his good work.
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Interviews and ProfilesRocketEats food to go offering takes off for Baz Jethwa
Baz Jethwa of Spar Rocket in Bolton has created a new food to go offering.
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: a celebration of the convenience channel
A year on from the start of the first lockdown, leading figures join Convenience Store to pay tribute to our sector as we launch our Heroes of Lockdown retailer interview series.
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Interviews and ProfilesHeroes of Lockdown: Barbara Clements, Spar Preston Road, Weymouth
A superb range of fresh produce, good availability and a bespoke delivery service have propelled Spar Preston Road forward.
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Features and analysisSpar launches charity campaign in memory of Raj Aggarwal
The campaign is being led by A.F. Blakemore and Raj’s wife Sunita
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Product NewsSpar Scotland debuts Rollover Chicken Hotdog
Spar Scotland has launched a new Chicken Hotdog from Rollover in 100 of its stores.
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Interviews and ProfilesRibena Sparkling retailer community initiative returns
Suntory Beverage and Food has donated £380,000 of Ribena Sparkling for retailers to distribute to community groups.
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Dear JacWho is supplying who in convenience?
Jac helps a retailer confused about the supply arrangements in the retail industry.
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Features and analysisCreating an online offering in convenience: Striking the right balance
Introducing online is a great way to grow sales and help your community but it’s vital to go about it in the right way.
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Product NewsSpar Natural range hits the UK
Spar has launched a new Natural range of 15 products into selected stores.
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Product NewsBaked by Rich’s range expands in CJ Lang stores
Rich Products (Rich’s) has announced an extended partnership with CJ Lang & Son Limited for its Baked range.
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Product NewsSpar launches three own brand savoury biscuit lines
Spar has entered the savoury biscuit market with the launch of three new lines.
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Interviews and ProfilesCatching up with The Convenience Awards: Best Multiple Managed Store winner
With entries for The Convenience Awards 2021 now open, we caught up with Linda Carrington, manager of Spar Laceby Lodge which won Best Multiple Managed Store at last year’s event.