Jollyes pets: pet shop chain targets UK towns and cities for 160+ new store openings in major rollout - list
Pet owners could soon see more choice on their doorstep as the retailer targets underserved areas 🐾
- Jollyes plans to open 160+ new stores across the UK over five years
- 11 proposed locations are earmarked for Yorkshire, including Leeds, Hull and Sheffield
- The expansion aims to bring affordable pet care and expert advice to more communities
- The chain has nearly doubled in size in three years and now runs around 120 stores
- The plans are not yet confirmed, but highlight areas with strong demand from pet owners
A major UK pet retailer is gearing up for a significant expansion that could bring new stores to towns and cities across Yorkshire.
Jollyes has announced plans to open more than 160 new locations nationwide over the next five years, with 11 of those earmarked for Yorkshire.
The move is part of an ambitious growth strategy aimed at making pet care more accessible in communities that may currently lack dedicated, specialist stores.
The expansion comes at a time when the cost of caring for pets remains a concern for many households.
Jollyes says its focus will be on delivering “great value every day”, combining competitive pricing with in-store expertise. something that could prove attractive as owners look to balance quality with affordability.
The company, which currently operates around 120 locations across the UK, has already been growing rapidly, and has nearly doubled its store count in the past three years.
New branches in places like Blackpool, Hartlepool and Whitehaven have opened in 2026 alone, with further confirmed openings scheduled between May and June in towns including Lincoln and Derby.
Founded in 1971 as a single family-run shop in Enfield, Jollyes has evolved into a nationwide chain and is now backed by investment firm TDR Capital, which took a majority stake in 2024.
The full list of proposed Jollyes Pets locations in Yorkshire:
The proposed locations span a mix of major cities and smaller towns:
- Bradford
- Dewsbury
- Doncaster
- Grimsby/Cleethorpes
- Guiseley
- Huddersfield
- Hull
- Leeds
- Scarborough
- Sheffield
- Stocksbridge
While these sites are not yet confirmed, they highlight where the retailer sees strong demand from local “pet parents”.