Waitrose to open Chalk Farm convenience store in 2028
The upscale retailer has also recently launched a new supermarket on Cricklewood Broadway.
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Upscale food retailer Waitrose has announced plans to open a new convenience store in Chalk Farm. The store is scheduled to open its doors in 2028. This expansion into the Camden Town area will mark the first Waitrose presence there, adding to existing north London locations in Finchley Road and West Hampstead.
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The announcement of the Chalk Farm convenience store comes on the same day Waitrose opened its first new supermarket in eight years on Cricklewood Broadway. This larger 18,000 sq ft store features a full product line, including meat, fish, and sushi counters, a substantial bakery section, and customer parking. This opening is part of a £1 billion investment plan by Waitrose aimed at establishing new sites and improving existing ones across the country.
Waitrose has stated that it is actively searching for new leasehold and freehold opportunities. The company is looking for sites in vibrant communities, considering various property types such as new builds, conversions, retail parks, and mixed-use developments.
“We’re pleased to have recently exchanged on a new site in Chalk Farm. We look forward to bringing the very best products and award-winning customer service to the community and will share more details as the development progresses.”
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+When will the new Waitrose convenience store open in Chalk Farm?
The new Waitrose convenience store in Chalk Farm is scheduled to open in 2028. This follows the recent opening of a larger supermarket on Cricklewood Broadway.
+Where is the new Waitrose supermarket located?
The new Waitrose supermarket has opened on Cricklewood Broadway. It is an 18,000 sq ft store offering a full range of products and customer parking.
+Is Waitrose planning further expansion in North London?
Yes, Waitrose has announced plans for a new convenience store in Chalk Farm, marking its first presence in the Camden Town area. The company is actively seeking new opportunities across thriving communities nationwide.
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