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Greggs Debuts 'Bitesize' Mini Shops at Sevenoaks With More Trial Sites Ahead

The compact format targets space‑constrained travel hubs to test access to prime sites within a wider push toward 120 net openings next year.

Overview

  • The first Bitesize store opened at Sevenoaks Railway Station on Friday and will trade seven days a week, creating 10 jobs.
  • Greggs says the next Bitesize locations will open in December at Dartford Station in Kent and at Cheshire Oaks.
  • Bitesize units are substantially smaller than typical shops, offer a tailored menu of best‑sellers and are designed for high‑footfall sites with limited space.
  • The rollout is a trial intended to assess customer response and operational performance before broader deployment alongside larger formats.
  • Greggs reports 2,675 UK shops, remains on track for about 120 net openings in 2025 and has signalled potential to grow the estate toward 3,500 sites.