Discount supermarket chain Aldi has identified a location in Chesterfield for a new store as part of its multi-million-pound expansion plan.

The country’s largest discounter has announced Chesterfield Alma Leisure Park as one of the priority areas in its drive to secure sites.

Other areas of Derbyshire that Aldi has identified are South Normanton, Chaddesden, Swadlincote (east) and south-west Derby.

Aldi announced plans for a new outlet in Ripley at the beginning of 2026, just over two months after opening a store in Brimington.

Aldi has identified Alma Leisure Park off Derby Road, Chesterfield as a key location for a new store.

placeholder image — Aldi has identified Alma Leisure Park off Derby Road, Chesterfield as a key location for a new store.

Jonathan Neale, Managing Director of National Real Estate at Aldi UK, said: “We know how important it is for people to have access to affordable, high-quality food close to where they live, which is why we’re focused on identifying the communities that would benefit most from a new Aldi store.

“Opening new stores in these areas means we can bring great value to more customers, while also creating jobs and offering industry-leading pay.”

Aldi remains the UK’s highest-paying supermaket. Store assistants earn from £13.50 per hour nationally, rising further with length of service.

The supermarket giant has invested more than £370million in new steores this year as it works towards its long-term target of 1,500 locations nationwide.

Aldi announced plans for a new store in Ripley at the beginning of 2026 and opened a store in Brimington at the end of October 2025.

Aldi is seeking freehold, leasehold or long leasehold sites in prominent locations with good visibility and access, and is encouraging landowners and agents in Derbyshire to come forward with suitable opportunities.

Anyone with a site that may meet Aldi’s requirements should contact [email protected]