and have announced set to take place in March and April, impacting high streets across the country. The closures come as both brands restructure their operations in response to shifting consumer habits and .

Despite a recent turnaround deal that saved 70 stores and around 1,600 jobs, Homebase is closing 18 locations this month. However, in a positive development, the home and garden retailer plans to open 14 new stores across the UK next month, alongside five additional outlets within Range stores.

The Homebase stores confirmed to be closing in March include:

in the coming weeks as it shifts focus towards its more profitable travel outlets in airports and train stations. The retailer has already closed several locations in early 2024 and is continuing its downsizing efforts.

WHSmith has cited declining high street footfall and increasing costs as key reasons for its decision. Among the upcoming closures is the Doncaster branch in the Frenchgate Shopping Centre, which has been trading for 57 years.

The full list of WHSmith stores confirmed for closure includes:

Earlier closures included branches in Bournemouth, Luton, Cambridgeshire, Basingstoke, Long Eaton, Newtown, Rhyl, Bolton, Accrington, and Winton in Bournemouth.