Co-op confirms number of 2026 openings following investment

The convenience retailer will open 18 stores in the first three months of 2026, including new stores and re-openings.

The first new opening this year will be in Willowbrook Park in Didcot, Oxfordshire. The first re-opening is in Eastern Green in Coventry, and a franchise operated site in Ealing, London.

The Co-op revealed that around 86% of the UK population has access to Co-op groceries online through its own website, as well as through partnerships with Just Eat, Deliveroo and Uber Eats.

Co-op operations director Kate McCrae said: “We’re focused on creating local stores which are more than just a shop – they are a hub locally that contribute to local life and conveniently meet the needs of communities. 

“Our stores have a focus on quality products and value for our members and customers, with a great range of deals and promotions on the items shoppers want to buy. 

“I’m delighted to see our first new store of 2026 open in Oxfordshire, as we start 2026 with an active store opening programme to increase and enhance Co-op’s presence in high streets and communities all across the UK.”