Blue Diamond have emerged as the successful bidder in the process to sell off all the stock at AMES after they closed the gates at the end of March 2026.

Alan Roper, Blue Diamond CEO told GTN Xtra this morning that their bid had been successful and they would be taking possession of the stock at the Pollington site which has a full retail value, including VAT of £32m.

GTN Xtra understands AMES Paul North has been in contact with all the unsuccessful bidders today.