Opening Late 2026

B&M, the UK’s leading variety retailer, has announced plans to open a new store at Thistles Shopping Centre in Stirling, occupying a significant 13,660 sq ft space within the former Debenhams unit.

Expected to open this winter, the new store marks a major milestone in the ongoing transformation of one of the centre’s most prominent retail spaces. Further strengthening the choice available to shoppers at Thistles, Stirling the store will offer an extensive range of great value, high-quality homeware, food, health and beauty and seasonal products as well as DIY essentials, toys, games, gifts and plenty more, all at the competitive prices for which the brand is famous.

The arrival of B&M is expected to create new jobs for the Stirling community, providing a boost to the local economy ahead of the peak festive season.

A spokesperson at B&M Thistles Stirling said:

“We’re feeling extremely positive about the creation of more jobs for local people, and we hope customers are going to be delighted with their new store.”

Gary Turnbull, Centre Director at Thistles, said: “We’re pleased to confirm that B&M will be joining Thistles later this year, taking space within the former Debenhams unit.

“This is a really positive step for the centre. Bringing a much-loved brand into such a prominent space reflects the continued demand we’re seeing from both retailers and shoppers, as well as the progress we’re making in evolving the offer at Thistles.

“With strong footfall and continued investment, our focus is on ensuring the centre continues to meet the needs of our visitors, and B&M will play an important role in that ahead of our busiest trading period.”

The announcement builds on continued momentum at Thistles, with recent additions including Rituals, Lovisa and Miniso all joining the centre.