The supermarket is set to close in the coming months following a costly refurb in the last two years as a new mega store will take over the 15,000 square foot space
A major UK supermarket chain is closing an ‘immaculate’ store as another food store is set to replace it.
The Greater Manchester Asda is closing down and is due to be replaced by a Waitrose.
Located in Hale Barns Square, the shop has been occupied by the supermarket since May 2024.
The 15,000 square foot store replaced a Booths previously.
The megastore has been refurbished during this time and features a cafe, lottery, and parcel collection alongside a large car parking area with around 160 spaces.
The branch has previously been described by shoppers as “immaculate”.
Local Asda customers will now have to travel to either the Asda stores in Altrincham or Wythenshawe for their weekly shop.
An Asda spokesperson said: “Like all major supermarkets, we regularly review our store estate to ensure it continues to meet the customer needs and remains commercially sustainable.
“We’d like to thank our colleagues and the local community at our Hale Barns store and reassure customers they can continue to access Asda’s great value and products at our nearby Altrincham and Wythenshawe superstores, or online at asda.com.”
According to Altrincham Today, the store will undergo a full refit before reopening as a Waitrose in autumn 2026.
David Donovan, Waitrose Regional Manager, said: “Opening in Hale Barns is an exciting opportunity for Waitrose and we’ll offer the very best products and customer service for food lovers in the area.
“As part of this, we’re building a brilliant team and we look forward to welcoming them and our customers in the coming months. We’ll be sharing more details on our plans soon.”
Alun Jones, Waitrose’s Head of Physical Estate, added: “Growing our presence in the north is important to us and the Hale Barns store is a significant next step in our plan. Alongside our stores in Altrincham and Wilmslow, Hale Barns is a great fit for our brand.”
