Lidl has announced the impending closure of its Lang Stracht supermarket in Aberdeen. The German discount retailer is now actively searching for alternative locations in the area to maintain its presence in the community.
The Lang Stracht Lidl store, located in the Mastrick area of Aberdeen, is set to shut its doors due to the expiration of its lease. According to sources, the landlord of the property has “other plans” for the site, forcing Lidl to vacate the premises.
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A spokesperson for Lidl stated: “We are disappointed to confirm that our Lang Stracht store will be closing. However, we want to reassure our valued customers that we are actively looking for alternative locations in the area to continue serving the Aberdeen community.”
An Aberdeen City Council representative commented: “We understand the importance of accessible retail options for our residents. We are in discussions with Lidl to explore potential new sites within the city that could accommodate their needs and continue to serve our community.”
While the exact closing date has not been announced, it’s understood that the store’s lease is due to end this year.
This summer, Lidl announced its intention to acquire the large plot adjacent to them, which had remained vacant since the Press and Journal moved to the city centre in 2018.
Lidl stated that its property team had been in “continuous dialogue” with the local council regarding the site for several years.
A spokesman said: “Our dedicated property team are keen to continue their engagement with the council to conclude negotiations.”
However, local council members had previously cautioned that it might be the “wrong moment” to sell the property. They expressed concerns that Aberdeen City Council could miss out on a significant amount of money by selling at a time when the market value is “very low”.
The closure was announced as the store approached its 25th anniversary serving the people of Summerhill and surrounding areas.
