Long-vacant unit in the centre of Harborough will finally reopen this week

Boyes will be opening its doors at 9am on Friday (May 15) at the former Wilko site in St Mary’s Place.

The family-run business, which operates more than 80 stores across the UK, has taken on a number of former Wilko sites nationwide, including in Kettering, following the collapse of the high street chain in 2023.

Boyes sells over 30,000 products over a large range including household products, fashion and footwear. The national discount retailer has also created 20 jobs.

Retail operations director Robert Van Der Heijden said: “We’re really looking forward to opening in Market Harborough and welcoming customers into the new store.

“The town is an ideal location for Boyes and we are delighted to have been able to employ a new team of local staff.”