Altrincham Asda store to shut - just two years after opening

What's OnWhat's On NewsAltrinchamIt will close its doors on Friday, July 3115:34, 29 Jul 2026Major supermarket Asda has confirmed a popular Greater Manchester store will close in just days, as the site prepares for a new takeover.‌Asda has revealed its Hale Barns supermarket in Altrincham will close on Friday (July 31) after opening just two years ago. The closure of the 11,000sq ft store was confirmed in May, with Waitrose expected to occupy the site from autumn this year.‌Waitrose's takeover of the site comes as part of a major £1bn investment. This involves 28 refurbishments and expansions across multiple formats, including convenience, neighbourhood and supermarket stores.‌Click here to get the biggest stories straight to your inbox in our Daily NewsletterOn the closure of the Hale Bar