I know what you’re thinking: "Why does some random blogger want me to memorize the store count of a supermarket?" Fair point. But knowing this stuff actually helps you understand UK shopping geography.
Morrisons introduces new '£10 rule' in 405 stores and it's a win for
If you’re moving to a new town, spotting a Morrisons is a good sign. It usually means you’re in a family-friendly area with decent parking. It also means you can get Market Street fish counters, which are arguably the best among the Big Four. Sorry, not sorry, Asda.
A Quick Reality Check
For comparison, Tesco has over 4,000 stores in the UK when you count all their little Express shops. Sainsbury’s has around 1,400. So 497 (including the big ones) makes Morrisons the David among the Goliaths—but David who smells really good inside.
They have fewer shops, but they often have better in-store experiences. It’s like having a brilliant, slightly eccentric friend who only visits once a week rather than a boring neighbor who is always there.
