People in Bulwell have say Home Bargains would be a perfect addition to the town centre. Shoppers have been speculating that Home Bargains could replace the old Argos store which has been empty since 2020.
Argos was on 70-79 off Holborn Place on Bulwell’s Main Street. With scaffolding recently seen around the vacant building, many people are wondering who is taking on the unit.
Shoppers have been calling for more shops in the area, with many suggesting that Home Bargains would be an excellent fit. A store spokesperson was unable to comment on the rumours.
People in Bulwell said they would like to see the variety chain store come to the town centre, despite already having a B&M Bargain Store on 69 Main Street.
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Denise Granger, 58, from Bulwell feels that Home Bargains would do well in the area. Denise said: “I think many people would like to see Home Bargains come to the area. That would be better than an empty building.”
Denise said it was a “big thing” when Argos closed down, adding: “Many people weren’t happy when Argos closed down. We need more big-name brands in Bulwell. When Argos closed it was a big thing and we’ve seen so many other shops close in the past few years that we need something to come and stay for as long as possible.”
After more calls for more retail options in Bulwell and places appealing to younger people, a new card collecting shop has opened, a bargain shop and a toy library within the past month. After Budget Wise, Boots and Natwest shut residents are keen to see more shops entice shoppers back.
Suzanne Pearson, 56 a support worker thinks Home Bargains would be the “perfect” shop to replace Argos. Originally from Bulwell, Suzanne said: “I think that Home Bargains would be the perfect shop.
“It’s central, I’m sure it’ll be well used and that many people would go in there. There’s no need for empty buildings as soon as a business can take over, they should. I know times are hard but if people see there’s not that much in Bulwell, they won’t come but shopping in the area is getting better.”
Giveon Needen, 42 is a delivery driver and has lived in Bulwell for 8 years. He said: “It’s big enough for a Home Bargains I think and many people would use it. I think it’s a good idea.
“I’m from Bulwell myself and like many other people, I like the bargain shops which are needed now more than ever. I think a gym would also be a good idea for that building too if Home Bargains didn’t open.”
One person who chose to remain anonymous said: "If you compare places like Bulwell to Arnold, you can see how different they are. Shopping in Arnold is brilliant, there's so much more.
"I'm not sure if a Home Bargains will do well but something needs to take over, it's been empty for long enough now."
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