B & M Retail Limited has applied to Somerset Council to sell alcohol at a new B&M Store, which was a former Wilko, located on 62/64 East Street, Taunton. READ MORE: B&M confirm new store in Taunton after works beginREAD MORE: B&M signs go up ahead of planned opening in TauntonIf approved, the licence will allow for the sale of alcohol from 7am to 11pm over seven days. Members of the public can view the licence application on Somerset Council's website under the 'object to a licence application' section. B&M applies for alcohol license at new site, formerly a Wilko in Taunton. When asked if B&M planned to open at the former Wilko site in Taunton, a spokesperson from B&M told the County Gazette: "Yes, this store will be opening early next year.

Source: Express January 10, 2026 10:23 UTC