Kwik Save
British supermarket history
The story of Kwik Save
A discount supermarket chain associated with no-frills shops and value-priced groceries. It was acquired by Somerfield and later separated; the original large chain collapsed in 2007.
Ownership and development
Albert Gubay; later Somerfield ownership; independent successor efforts. A discount supermarket chain associated with no-frills shops and value-priced groceries. It was acquired by Somerfield and later separated; the original large chain collapsed in 2007.
Branding through the years
Red-and-white Kwik Save signage; No Frills budget own-label packaging.
Historical milestones
- 1959 | Founded
- 1998 | Somerfield acquisition
- 2007 | Original chain enters administration
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Brand timeline
Founded
Somerfield acquisition
Original chain enters administration
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