Building Work Starts On Desborough’s New Sainsbury’s

Building work has started on a new Sainsbury’s store in Desborough.

A ground-breaking event has taken place at the site off Harborough Road, to mark to start of construction.

Pic: Sainsbury’s

The new store, which will go up adjacent to the BP Petrol Station, is set to open next spring, creating 40 jobs and bring a much needed new supermarket to the town.

A 126-space car park will be included in the development of the Sainsbury’s ‘Neighbourhood Hub’ store.

Pic: David Howes

The company hosted a tour of the site with key community representatives yesterday.

Sainsbury’s Property Director, Patrick Dunne, said: “We are really grateful to the people of Desborough for the overwhelming support they have shown for Sainsbury’s since our plans were first proposed.

“I am delighted that we have started work on this exciting project and we will ensure we maintain our commitment to be considerate constructors throughout the build and fit out process. We look forward to bringing the best of Sainsbury’s to Desborough soon.”

Cllr David Howes, ward Councillor for Desborough, said: “I have been working closely with the Sainsbury’s team to help turn their plans for a new store in Desborough into a reality and it was great to visit the site to mark the start of construction. The new store will be a fantastic resource for the local community, and I look forward to seeing it take shape in the coming months as construction progresses.”

Pic: David Howes

Pic: David Howes