A new 24-hour service station with Starbucks, a Greggs and Co-op store is set to open in Finmere.

The new roadside service station and Co-op store is set to open on Friday, September 13, on the A421 next to Finmere Aerodrome.

Named Finmere Services, the station will feature four electric vehicle charging points, eight fuel pumps, and additional pumps for heavy goods vehicles and AdBlue.

The Co-op store will offer a variety of products, including self-service Starbucks coffee, bakery items, fresh and chilled produce, meal ideas, and everyday essentials.

The store will also stock ready meals, pizzas, and free-from, vegan, and plant-based products. The service station will also have a Starbucks drive-through, Subway, and Greggs.

The new Co-op store is part of a trial involving seven stores across the UK, in partnership with petrol forecourt business EG On The Move, with the possibility to expand in the future.

Ranjan Sivanathan, the Co-op store manager, said: "The whole team is delighted to be part of the launch of a state-of-the-art roadside services and brand-new Co-op store.

"We have worked to develop the range, choice, and added services to create a compelling customer offer to serve our local community and motorists travelling through the area."

Zuber Issa, CEO of EG On The Move, said: "EG On The Move is an acknowledged petrol forecourt and convenience retail destination operator, and we are delighted to have the opportunity to collaborate with Co-op to roll out their new convenience store formats.

"Following on from this seven-store trial, we look forward to working with Co-op to consider other locations across the network.

"Co-op is a well-established convenience operator, respected in the market and a recognised consumer brand, and this partnership not only promises to enhance our convenience store offer but it will also ensure our customers have access to exceptional fuel retail services including EV charging, a wide choice of essential and premium grocery and merchandise along with an enjoyable food service experience."

The franchise agreement between Co-op and EG On The Move aligns with Co-op's growth ambitions across its core businesses, including food retail, B2B, and life services.

Co-op aims to expand its reach and grow to eight million member-owners by 2030.

The company has significant growth ambitions for its award-winning franchise business, focusing on areas where it can best utilise and share its convenience expertise.

Martin Rogers, director of partnership development at Co-op, said: "We are delighted to be working with EG On The Move, our second forecourt partner.

"The site benefits from aligning Co-op's expertise in convenience retailing with EG On The Move's petrol forecourt business, resulting in a strong and relevant combined forecourt and food service offer.

"We are focused on growing our franchise business, and by working with quality partners across a range of sectors, we can bring Co-op products and the benefits of membership to more communities."