WICKES stores will remain open during the second coronavirus lockdown in England – here’s what you need to know.
The hardware store has been allowed to keep its physical branches open as it’s been classed as an “essential” retailer.
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This is because Wickes sells products that can be used for home repairs.
But while its stores remain open, you’ll still want to keep an eye on opening time incase your nearest Wickes is operating under different hours.
Wickes has 230 stores in the UK. Its shops are also open in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Here’s everything you need to know about your shopping options during the second lockdown:
What other businesses can remain open during the second lockdown?
SHOPPERS in England can still visit the following stores and businesses during the second lockdown:
- Supermarkets
- Newsagents
- Convenience stores
- Food markets
- Corner shops
- Takeaways and food deliveries
- Off licenses and licensed shops selling alcohol (including breweries)
- Pharmacies and chemists
- Hardware stores
- Building merchants and building services
- Petrol stations
- Car repair and MOT services
- Bicycle shops
- Taxi or vehicle hire businesses
- Banks
- Building societies
- Credit unions
- Short term loan providers
- Savings clubs
- Cash points
- Currency exchanges
- Money transfer shops
- Post offices
- Funeral directors
- Laundrettes and dry cleaners
- Dental services
- Opticians
- Hearing services
- Chiropody
- Chiropractors
- Osteopaths
- Mental health services
- Vets
- Pet shops
- Agricultural supplies shop
- Storage and distribution facilities
- Car parks
- Public toilets
- Garden centres
- Retail shops in hospitals
What time is Wickes open?
Wickes’ opening hours will vary between branches.
Typically, stores open at either 7am or 8am, and shut at 5pm or 6pm, Monday to Saturday.
On Sundays, shops open at 10am and shut at 4pm.
But again, opening hours will be different between locations, so the best way to be sure is to use the Wickes online store finder tool.
Enter your postcode to bring up the opening times for your nearest Wickes.
Customers will be expected to follow social distancing measures in stores, as well as wearing a mask unless you are medically exempt.
Can I order from Wickes online?
Yes, Wickes’ website remains open for new orders for home delivery and click and collect.
Wickes charges £2.95 for delivery for small parcels, or free delivery on orders over £75.
Click and collect is free, with options available to collect orders in four hours.
However, Wickes does say that some orders might take longer than this.
Orders should be collected outside when possible, with staff available to bring items to your car.
In the height of the first coronavirus lockdown, Wickes only allowed click and collect on essential goods.
This isn’t the case with the second lockdown, with click and collect now available on the majority of Wickes products.
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