A NEW drive-thru coffee shop will open in Cheshire West as part of the a town's £21m transformation.

Costa is the latest retailer to invest in Winsford's future after it was confirmed B&M would also be opening a new store.

The coffee giant will be opening a 1,800 sq ft branch, which will include outdoor seating and a drive-thru, at the corner of Dene Drive and the A54.

Susan Agnew, acquisition manager for Costa, said: “Costa is delighted to be part of this redevelopment and the upgrading of Winsford town centre."

Plans for phase one of the town centre transformation include the addition of the new B&M retail unit and garden centre, new restaurants, better parking facilities including EV provision and a new public square which will be the new home for the town's relocated war memorials. 

Work is expected to start on site later this year and, once complete, it will have a leafy, new pedestrian boulevard and a distinctive parkland character. 

Councillor Richard Beacham, cabinet member for inclusive growth, economy and regeneration, said: “The council’s vision for Winsford town centre is to mix quality local businesses with popular high street brands.

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"Following the recent news about B&M, this decision by Costa to invest in the town is further evidence that it is becoming more attractive to a wide range of businesses. I’m sure Costa will be a great addition." 

The redevelopment of the town centre will be undertaken in phases and details on future phases will be released later. 

Cheshire West and Chester Council bought the shopping centre in November 2018 and, in addition to investing £11 million of Council funding, has secured £9.98 million from the Government’s Future High Street Fund to pay for the scheme.