Discount retailer Poundland has confirmed it will shut seven stores across the UK before Christmas, including an unexpected closure in Lymington that the company says was forced by the landlord's decision.
The Final Wave of Closures
The chain's store count is expected to drop significantly, falling to approximately 650-700 outlets from around 800 earlier this year. This reduction comes as leases expire or landlords exercise options to end tenancies.
In a recent development, Poundland confirmed its Lymington High Street location will close permanently on December 14. A company spokesperson revealed this was an unplanned closure, stating: "This is a store where we indeed had no plans to leave, but clearly the landlord has now shared their intentions."
Closing Down Sales Begin
Shoppers can take advantage of significant discounts as Poundland launches closing-down sales at affected locations. The sales began on November 25 and will continue until stock is cleared.
Discounts of up to 40% are being offered across all product categories including homewares, groceries, clothing, and health and beauty items. A Poundland spokesperson confirmed: "Customers will be able to take advantage of significant savings as these stores prepare for closure in the days ahead."
Full List of Poundland Closures Before Christmas 2025
The seven stores scheduled to close before Christmas are:
- Beeston - November 27
- Launceston - November 29
- Melton Mowbray - December 4
- Worthing - December 6
- Droitwich - December 9
- Lymington - December 14
- Hempstead Valley - December 31
Return to Core Pricing Strategy
As the retailer works to reverse its fortunes after narrowly avoiding administration, Poundland is returning to straightforward £1, £2 and £3 grocery pricing across all UK stores.
This move follows a five-month trial at 17 West Midlands locations and will see approximately 60% of grocery products priced at £1. The company stated this decision marks a return to its roots and will eliminate additional price complexity.
Darren MacDonald, Poundland's UK country manager, commented: "We know how disappointing it is when we leave a store, but before we close our doors for a final time, we're determined to say goodbye by offering even more amazing value to customers."
The broader restructuring follows Poundland's acquisition by investment firm Gordon Brothers in June, which involved plans to close 68 stores and two warehouses, potentially affecting 1,300 jobs.
