Spar report reveals that communities are stronger than ever
A new report commissioned by Spar reveals that communities are stronger than ever. The report also identifies the most community driven locations in the country.
Spar own label expands for summer BBQs
Leading symbol group Spar has launched a variety of own label products to maximise this summer’s great opportunity.
Spar opens new store at South Queensferry, Scotstoun Grove, Edinburgh
A brand new Spar store opened at South Queensferry, Scotstoun Grove in Edinburgh. The grand opening took place on Friday.
Baton relay begins and inspiring stories are shared as countdown to Spar Lancashire School Games finals starts in Tarleton
The countdown to the Spar Lancashire School Games finals began this week with the celebratory start of a county-wide baton relay.
Blakemore Retail unveils new concept store at Spar Aberystwyth
Operated by Blakemore Retail, a family owned Spar convenience store chain, Spar Aberystwyth includes a number of exciting new and innovative food-to-go developments following a substantial refurbishment over the last month.
Spar launches additions to crisps, snacks and nuts own label range
Spar, the leading symbol group in the UK, has added a number of new lines to its own label range of crisps, snacks and nuts.
Spar reports buoyant Christmas and New Year trading
Spar, the leading symbol group in the UK, has announced market leading sales for the four weeks to 2 January 2022. Year-on-year (YOY) sales grew by +2.3% whilst year-on-year-on-year (YOYOY) sales grew at +13.2% well ahead of the symbol group market as a whole.
Spar becomes first UK grocer to launch 100% vegan own label wine range
Spar, the leading symbol group in the UK, has made its full range of own label wines suitable for vegans from January 2022 onwards. This move comes after a pledge the business made in 2019 to become the first grocer
Spar launches new brand positioning and celebrates the joy of living locally
Spar, the leading convenience symbol group, has unveiled a new UK wide brand positioning that celebrates the unique characteristics of Spar convenience stores.
New Spar and Shell forecourt opens creating 38 jobs on prime Darlington gateway
A brand new Spar convenience store and Shell service station on one of Darlington’s busiest main roads has opened its doors to the public.
New Spar brand products focus on frozen trend
Spar, the leading symbol group in the UK, is launching a number of new frozen Spar own label products in line with the category’s year-on-year sales increase.
EG Group opens new Spar convenience store and forecourt at the Buchan Gateway Retail Park, Peterhead
Petrol forecourt retailer EG Group has opened a brand new Spar convenience store and forecourt at the Buchan Gateway Retail Park, Peterhead in Aberdeenshire.
Mondi makes shopping more sustainable for Spar and Food Lover’s Market in South Africa
Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, and Taurus Packaging have developed a fit-for-purpose reusable shopping bag that can carry groceries and meet the needs of the demanding Southern African retail marketplace. Mondi’s Advantage Kraft Plus with wet strength
Spar opens two new roadside stores with Jet Retail UK
Spar’s partnership with Jet Retail UK service stations is continuing to motor on with the opening of two new stores.
Spar stores across Wales celebrate Welsh Food Fortnight
From 5-18 August, 230 Blakemore Retail and independent Spar stores across Wales will be joining with producers to celebrate and promote Welsh food and drink in-store and on social media.
Spar Haworth re-opens after significant refurbishment
Nestled in the picturesque village of Haworth in West Yorkshire, Spar Haworth has re-opened its doors after a significant six-week refurbishment.
Medal haul for Spar own label BWS range
Spar, the leading symbol group in the UK, is celebrating 44 medal wins from five award bodies including the annual IWC, IWSC, ISC, Global Masters and Sud de France Top 100 results.
Spar partners with Gander to fight food waste
Spar International aims to further tackle food waste through scaling up its successful collaboration with digital platform Gander. The partnership initially launched in Northern Ireland and has grown to become a global collaboration.
Spar partners with Instagram influencer ‘The Fitness Chef’ for January
Spar, the leading convenience store group in the UK, is starting the New Year with a bang by partnering with social media influencer Graeme Tomlinson aka The Fitness Chef for the month of January.
Spar helps families across the north with January food bills in £60K giveaway
Designed to help families in what traditionally can be a financially tough period, customers will have the chance to win £100 every day, redeem 1,000s of vouchers across the majority of products in north of England Spar stores*, and benefit
Spar brings Christmas sandwich cheer to Marie Curie
This festive season, the UK’s leading convenience store group, SPAR, is spreading Christmas cheer by donating sandwiches and treats to Nurses and staff at several Marie Curie Hospice across the UK.
Lowdham village gets a brand new Spar store and forecourt
Car dealership owners Duncan and Lisa Betts have teamed up with Blakemore Trade Partners to open a brand new Spar store and forecourt in the Nottinghamshire village of Lowdham.
Spar and Too Good To Go agree global partnership to reduce food waste
Spar, leading international food retailer with over 13,000 stores worldwide, has today announced a global partnership to tackle food waste with the rapidly growing social impact company Too Good To Go. With a total of 13 overlapping markets, in which
Spar introduces pink Prosecco
The wait is nearly over - pink Prosecco is on its way and your local Spar convenience store has plenty in stock!
Spar takes five medals in ISC spirits challenge
Spar, the UK’s leading convenience store group, has been awarded three Silver medals and two Bronze medals for its high quality own label spirit lines at this year’s 25th International Spirits Challenge (ISC), picking up the accolade alongside a host
