Boston Shoppers: We Want an East Side Supermarket
Residents of Boston, Lincolnshire, have expressed their disappointment over the town's lack of supermarkets on the eastern side, as some opt to venture to Skegness instead.
New Aldi Planned for West Boston
Recent approval has been granted for a new Aldi branch to be erected on Swineshead Road, positioned on Boston's western side, in proximity to existing Lidl and Tesco outlets. The town's centre already possesses an Aldi on Queen Street and an Asda on Lister Way. However, those dwelling on or near the eastern side often prefer travelling along the A52 to shop.
Shoppers Take to Social Media
In response to the plans for the forthcoming Aldi, residents did not hesitate to voice their opinions on social media. One Facebook user shared their sentiments saying, "Agree with comments about supermarket needed to the east of the town. No choice but to travel into Boston at the moment. I live in Old Leake and mostly travel to Skegness for Aldi, M&S and B&M, so much easier than potentially sitting for half an hour in traffic."
Another user questioned the reasoning for lack of stores in a different part of the town, stating, "Why oh why can't there be a supermarket the other end of town i.e. by Dobbies. Everybody in that area has to either trail across town, which isn't always easy, or go further out to Skegness."
Sharing the same concern, a third user expressed, "So yet again all in the same area. I live In Freiston and we desperately need something this side of town. I would rather travel to Skegness for shopping, as do a lot of people over this side of town than have to deal with Boston traffic. It’s sad as it takes the revenue out of the area."
Boston Borough Council Yet to Respond
The new Aldi store, around 1.6 miles southwest of the town centre, saw its plans submitted to Boston Borough Council in October of the previous year. Measuring approximately 1315 sqm, the supermarket promises an allotment of 118 customer parking spaces and would generate employment opportunities for the locale. Requests for the Council's comments on these issues have so far remained unanswered.