Greggs, the UK food-on-the-go retailer, reports a significant milestone for its franchise model as the 500th franchised shop opens in Monktonhall, East Lothian, Scotland, with its franchise partner and forecourt operator the Motor Fuel Group (MFG).
Cutting the ribbon at the opening of the Monktonhall shop, Elisha Inniss, Greggs franchise partner support manager, with members of the Greggs and MFG head office teams.
This year Greggs opened 71 franchised units, which now account for approximately 20 per cent of its total estate. The company says it has a legacy of fostering strong and long-standing relationships with some of the UK’s largest franchise partners and forecourt operators.
Greggs currently works with 16 franchise partners across the UK who play an important role in providing the brand with access to restricted locations such as motorway services areas, petrol filling stations, educational establishments and smaller high street convenience locations.
Through its partnership with MFG, Greggs has a network of 84 shops, many of which are positioned in roadside locations and retail parks, enabling Greggs to cater to customers on-the-go.
‘A huge milestone’
Malcolm Copland, commercial director at Greggs said: “Just one year since we marked our 400th franchise, we’re now delighted to open our 500th – this is a huge milestone that underscores the success of our franchise model. As we round off 2023, we’re pleased to be well on track to meet our ambitious shop expansion targets for the year ahead.
“The relationships we’ve built over the years with our valued franchise partners have been critical in enabling us to accelerate our shop expansion plans, reach key travel hub locations across the UK and enhance even greater accessibility for our customers.”
Greggs has more than 2,300 shops nationwide and approximately 28,000 employees. Its shops specialise in daily fresh shop-made sandwiches, and savouries baked in the shop throughout the day. These are complemented by additional ranges, including breakfasts, vegan options, low calorie products, and an evening menu.
Supporting communities
Greggs was founded in 1939 by John Gregg, who delivered fresh eggs and yeast by pushbike, to families around Newcastle. The ethos of Greggs has always been doing the right thing by its people, partners and the communities it serves. In the 60s it launched its first free ‘pie n peas supper’ for older residents in Gateshead which still runs today. And in 1999 it launched Greggs Breakfast Club to offer schoolchildren free breakfast each school day and it now supports over 50,000 children through 800 clubs.
These initiatives, along with others, are supported through the Greggs Foundation, a grant-making charity that aims to build stronger and healthier communities in the areas it operates.
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Posted: 18th December, 2023