The Range parent company aims to secure 1,600 jobs under ambitious Homebase plans

Plymouth headquartered CDS Superstores, the parent company of The Range and wilko, has confirmed the next wave of openings for its new-format stores following the acquisition of the Homebase brand, a move which could save around 1,600 jobs.
It comes after Homebase crashed into administration in November with CDS acquiring 70 of its stores.
Following the announcement that it will launch stores in former Homebase sites in Pollokshaws, Glasgow; Christchurch, Bournemouth; and Kings Heath, Birmingham, on January 17 2025, The Range has announced three additional locations: Newton Abbot, Felixstowe and Blyth.
These rebranded locations will officially open on January 24.
CDS plans to roll out up to 10 new superstores per month, with a goal of transforming up to 70 Homebase locations into this new format and securing up to 1,600 jobs throughout 2025.
The Range said it has prioritised retaining and transferring staff from the acquired Homebase locations, ensuring continuity of employment for local communities.
Alex Simpkin, group CEO at CDS, said: “We’re fully committed to retaining the best of Homebase’s heritage while introducing the broader product range and value that customers expect from us as The Range.
“While those Homebase stores acquired by CDS will continue to trade as they are during the transition period, we’re focused on ensuring a seamless transfer of these locations into our new store format, with six launches now confirmed for January 2025 already.
“We’re also eager to help consumers nationwide by investing in the Homebase brand with the relaunch of www.homebase.co.uk , and expect to have this platform live to support families in all of their home improvement endeavours very soon.”