Homebase reopens all of its stores – here’s where to find your nearest branch
It means there are now more than 160 open Homebase stores in the UK, with the DIY chain following in the footsteps of rival B&Q by reopening its sites.
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Then in an update to customers on April 29, Homebase unveiled 66 locations where stores reopened.
Homebase revealed its remaining UK stores were set to be reopened for customers to browse and shop from May 2.
Homebase CEO Damian McGloughlin said: "It has taken a tremendous amount of hard work and commitment from our teams across all parts of the business, to ensure we are ready to safely welcome customers back through our doors.
"I'm extremely grateful for the dedication shown by every single team member, and to our customers, for the huge support and understanding."
Homebase stores will be opening with "strict controls" in place to keep staff and customers safe.
Stores temporarily shut due to the coronavirus crisis at the end of March, despite Homebase being named as an "essential" retailer.
Homebase has around 160 stores in the UK.
Homebase isn't the only retailer to start reopening branches - Wagamama is reopening four kitchens for delivery-only.
KFC has also started reopening restaurants - so far there are 15 branches open for delivery.
Meanwhile, Burger King has just reopened another eight restaurants.