About Tesco
One of Tesco’s most successful ventures includes Tesco Mobile, a mobile virtual network operator in the UK which was established in 2003. With O2 as the network carrier, Tesco Mobile is able to reach 99% of the UK’s population in addition to providing Tesco Mobile Phone shops all across the country.
Be sure to explore Tesco’s latest online catalogues and product brochures to see what discounts and promotions you can take advantage of.
The history of Tesco
The Tesco story begins in 1919, when Jack Cohen started using his demob money after the Great War to sell surplus groceries from a market stall in London’s East End, already making a £1 profit on £4 sales on his first day. Fast-forward to 1924, when the Tesco name first appeared (after Cohen purchased tea from T.E. Stockwell and combined his first 3 initials with his own surname’s first 2 letters). And in 1931, the first official Tesco shop opened in Burnt Oak, Barnet to an overwhelmingly positive reception, as Cohen opened over 100 more Tesco shops across the UK within the first 8 years.
During the 1960s, Tesco diversified its services to include electrical appliances and –equipment, clothing, furniture, toys, software, financial services, and more. But it was the launch of the Tesco Clubcard in 1995 that allowed the brand to bypass Sainsbury’s market share – and attract nearly 5 million new Tesco customers during the first year.
With the Tesco Clubcard, holders get to enjoy points when shopping, obtain extra points on special offers, plus use their vouchers for in-store spending or online shopping.
But customers also benefit with the Tesco magazine, an online publication focused on delicious step-by-step recipes (made from Tesco ingredients, of course), troubleshooting guides for cooking or baking blunders, health-focused snacks and meals, and more.
And don’t forget about Tesco’s Delivery Saver, a subscription-based delivery service that helps lower the cost of home deliveries for grocery orders. In addition, Tesco customers can also take advantage of the free delivery and collection (if they meet the £40 minimum basket spend) and collect more Clubcard points while shopping.
Searching for a specific Tesco branch? Simply enter your location on their website and find out which store (and product specials and discounts) is closest to you.
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