Magnet to open first franchise store

Kitchen brand Magnet is to launch its first franchise store later this month as it looks to grow its presence across the UK.

Due to open on 20 June in Tunbridge Wells, the new store will be operated by Hengate Homes owners Ben Thornton and Kenny Devlin.

George Dymond, executive vice president at Magnet, said: “We are thrilled to launch this venture with the opening of our first franchise store in Tunbridge Wells, led by Ben Thornton and Kenny Devlin.

“Having entrepreneurial business owners driving local sales and marketing will unlock great potential and growth opportunities for Magnet.

“This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter as we expand our reach and bring our exceptional design and quality to even more customers across the UK.”

Magnet is part of Nobia, one of Europe’s largest kitchen groups.

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