Aldi UK

Aldi UK, food supermarkets and Specialbuys in the United Kingdom

Aldi UK is the British division of the Aldi supermarket chain. Its range combines fresh food, pantry products, drinks and seasonal non-food items, with a strong presence of own-brand products. The company operates in the United Kingdom and Scotland and maintains a network of stores that users can locate through its store finder.

Fresh and pantry food

The food catalogue includes fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, bakery, dairy, eggs and cheese, ready meals, pizzas, soups, snacks and pantry products such as tinned goods, cereals, biscuits, chocolate, rice, pasta, sauces, oils and spices. It also has a frozen section with meat, fish, potatoes, vegetables, ready meals, pizzas, desserts and ice cream, as well as vegetarian and vegan options.

Alcoholic and soft drinks

The drinks range covers beers and ciders, spirits and liqueurs, red, rosé and white wines, prosecco, champagne and sparkling wines, fortified wines, no- and low-alcohol options, as well as soft drinks, juices, water, tonic and mixers. The chain publishes a weekly wine selection with featured prices.

Specialbuys: seasonal non-food items

Specialbuys are the non-food section that Aldi UK sells for a limited time and subject to availability. The range includes DIY, electricals, health and beauty, hobbies and crafts, home, kitchen, motoring and travel, sports and leisure, pets, toys, stationery, clothing and footwear, as well as baby and toddler products. The company publishes leaflets with launch dates and warns of possible delays in the availability of these products.

Own brands

Among the own brands featured on the site are Specially Selected, Lacura, Mamia, Ashfields, The Fishmonger, Emporium, Dairyfine, Belmont, Oakhurst, Actileaf and Solesta, among others. These brands cover categories such as fresh food, cosmetics, baby care, cheeses, baked goods, fish, meat and plant-based drinks.

Fresh and seasonal products

The chain organises its range around seasonal and weekly campaigns, such as the autumn, Halloween, Christmas and New Year sections, with specific selections of cheeses, desserts, drinks, main courses, party food and sides. It also maintains a selection of recipes and a meal planner to inspire the use of its products.

Presence in the United Kingdom and Scotland

Aldi UK operates in the United Kingdom and Scotland, where it has a specific selection of Scottish products including meat, fish, beer, spirits, eggs and dairy, baked goods and other local products. The company has a store finder to locate the nearest store and offers services such as online shopping, downloading its mobile app and a help centre for enquiries.

Corporate commitment and sustainability

The company publishes information on corporate responsibility organised around health, environmental and fairness initiatives, and includes sections on its website about sustainability, a modern slavery statement, a supplier code of practice and privacy and security policies.