Angling Direct raises £5.5mln for reopening of stores on June 15
The coarse fishing season also starts on June 15 and Angling Direct wants to be stocked up and ready
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Angling Direct PLC
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Angling Direct is the leading omni-channel specialist fishing tackle retailer in the UK. The company sells fishing tackle products and related equipment through its network of retail stores, located strategically throughout the UK as well as through its leading digital platform and other third-party websites.
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Angling Direct nets more market share and plans safe reopening of stores on June 15
“We are now in the process of preparing to open our stores safely, as we work in accordance with government advice to protect our staff and customers,” said chairman Martyn Page
Angling Direct's online sales growth accelerating with fishing lockdown restrictions to be relaxed
The group said its board is working on plans to re-open the firm's physical stores when allowed and with appropriate safety measures in place
Angling Direct's e-commerce sales remain robust
Group sales increased by 19.0% year-on-year over the first three weeks of March prior to the significant recent impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Angling Direct's online operations to pick up the slack as it temporarily closes retail outlets
Each of its retail stores are now closed until further notice; however, the company's distribution centre will continue to function for online sales
Angling Direct revenues jump as store and online sales both rise strongly
New store openings and online growth were driving factors in last year's sales performance
Angling Direct opens new UK store in Warrington, Cheshire
The 4,500 sq ft store is the company's 35th in the UK
Angling Direct CEO steps down, ex-Dunelm and Halfords man to take over
Under Bailey’s tenure, Angling Direct has grown in size to 34 branches
Angling Direct appoints new non-executive director to its board to " review, identify and deliver on its purpose"
Dilys Maltby has extensive experience working with consumer brands, both as a consultant and as a client
Angling Direct opens tenth new store this year
"We are excited to have opened our latest store in Swinton which increases our customer reach in the Greater Manchester region," said Darren Bailey, Angling Direct’s chief executive officer.
Angling Direct opens new Barnsley store, cheers ‘record’ Black Friday performance
"We are delighted to report that trading remains strong, which is due to recent store openings, enhanced operational performances both in-store and online," said chief executive Darren Bailey.
Angling Direct receives Norfolk outstanding achievement award
The firm said the annual event celebrates exceptional individuals and organisations contributing to the economic and social landscape of Norfolk
Angling Direct appoints Steven Crowe as its chief financial officer
Crowe most recently served as finance director at Marvel NewCo Ltd and Validus Ltd, having held previous positions at FTSE 100 insurer Aviva PLC
Angling Direct bags 32nd store and eyes more before year end
Chief executive Darren Bailey said there are “several other stores opening over the next few months”
Angling Direct lands “premium business” Erics Angling Centre
Chief executive Darren Bailey said the company wishes to "consolidate this highly fragmented market" and expects to open three further stores in the next year
Angling Direct nets record August sales
The fishing supplies retailer plans to further expand its 34-store roster with new locations "identified" for the next 12 months
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Turnover over the summer period rose 31% with August a record month of sales for the company
Angling Direct continues to reel in sales; opens new store in Leeds
The fishing tackle retailer reported that revenues had jumped 21% in the first six months of its financial year thanks to higher sales both online and in its stores
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