5th February 2012
JD sports to open new store in Bedford
5th Sep 2010
Major sports retailer JD Sports has announced that it will open a store on the site of the former HMV shop in Bedford.
The Silver Street premises have been closed for refurbishment but bosses are planning a November opening for the new store.
A spokesman for Bedford BID, an umbrella organisation for businesses across the town centre praised the move.
He said: "It is great news for all businesses when a new shop opens in the town centre which attracts new customers.
"The Bedford BID is pleased that this important location is now occupied by such a popular retailer."
And Bedford Borough council also praised the move claiming that moving to the new location could boost trade for the store.
A spokesman said: "We continue to work with businesses to ensure Bedford is a vibrant shopping experience for visitors to enjoy, and are looking forward to welcoming more big names to the town centre."
