Jollyes, honoured as the Pet Industry Federation’s current retail chain of the year, is set to achieve a significant milestone by opening its 100th UK store.
The upcoming store openings include Belfast Connswater in Northern Ireland on 23 February, Newport in Gwent on 1 March, and Rotherham in South Yorkshire on 22 March. This strategic expansion follows Jollyes’ commitment to providing quality pet products and services across diverse regions.
Since the start of 2022, Jollyes has experienced substantial growth, doubling the size of its estate with the opening of 34 new stores. The Newport store, scheduled to open on St David’s Day, will officially be the 100th location, showcasing its dedication to serving communities and creating employment opportunities.
Record-Breaking Christmas Performance
In addition to the exciting expansion news, Jollyes has reported a record-breaking Christmas performance. The company achieved like-for-like sales growth of 13% for the five weeks leading up to 31 December 2023. Total growth during this period reached an impressive 25%, reflecting the company’s ongoing investment in value and services.
The final week before Christmas marked Jollyes’ strongest seven-day trading period in history. The company witnessed an almost 45% increase in customers compared to the previous year, with a 26% growth on a like-for-like basis. The remarkable Christmas trading success has also resulted in over 50,000 Trustpilot reviews, with more than 88% of customers rating Jollyes as excellent.
Investing in Infrastructure for Future Growth
To support its expanding operations, Jollyes has confirmed the commencement of deliveries from its new Wincanton distribution centre in Middlewich, Cheshire. This state-of-the-art facility will provide Jollyes with a larger space to accommodate its rapid store growth.
The Wincanton location is equipped to handle up to 25% more cases each year, ensuring efficient replenishment of inventory for over 100 stores. The distribution centre is expected to facilitate over 10,000 deliveries annually, reinforcing Jollyes’ commitment to excellence in supply chain management.
Joe Wykes, Chief Executive Officer of Jollyes, expressed gratitude to the 1,000-strong team for their hard work and dedication that contributed to the exceptional Christmas results. He affirmed the company’s excitement about reaching the milestone of trading from 100 stores and conveyed their commitment to continued investment in building a robust platform for sustained growth in the upcoming months.
As Jollyes celebrates its 100th store, pet owners across the UK can anticipate an enhanced shopping experience and access to a wide range of quality pet products. The company remains focused on its mission to provide expertise, service, and value to pet parents throughout the country. Jollyes will unveil additional new store locations for 2024 in due course, further strengthening its position as a leading pet retailer in the UK.
