Majestic to debut on the Channel Islands with Jersey store
The new store will be staffed by Jersey locals and led by store manager Kristina Kaselj, who holds a Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 qualification
Majestic has unveiled plans to expand into the Channel Islands with the opening of a store in The Powerhouse, on Queen’s Road, Jersey, on 30 April.
The news comes as the retailer doubles down on its investment into bricks and mortar trading.
Majestic has agreed a lease on the 5,695 sq ft unit, which is owned by Jersey Electric Company.
The new store will be staffed by Jersey locals and led by store manager Kristina Kaselj, who holds a Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 qualification and has vast experience working for another wine merchant on the island.
Majestic is currently recruiting more colleagues to join the Jersey team ahead of its grand opening.
During its 2023/24 financial year, Majestic launched six new stores across England and Wales, opening branches in Rugby, Newark, Chippenham and Monmouth, plus two small-format shops in Crouch End and Marlow.
The retailer has ambitions to open up to one new store per month over the coming years as it accelerates its bricks and mortar expansion.
John Colley, CEO of Majestic, said: “We’ve had our eyes on Jersey for a number of years as part of our growth plans, so we are delighted to be opening a brand new store on the island. We can’t wait to welcome the people of Jersey, share our expert knowledge and help them discover new wines, beers and spirits they will love.
“Expanding outside of mainland UK and onto the Channel Islands is an incredibly exciting milestone for us in our growth strategy – one that underscores our ongoing commitment to investing in bricks and mortar retail. This is the first of many new store openings we have planned this year and we’re looking forward to welcoming even more new customers into the Majestic family.”
