Greggs looks for new sites in expansion push

Greggs has released its latest property requirements list as it looks to continue its nationwide expansion.

The grab-and-go food operator – which acquired 100 new shop locations in 2025 – is seeking leasehold units with a minimum area of 900 sq ft.

The UK-wide requirement includes both in-town units, located on high streets and within shopping centres and travel hubs, as well as out-of-town locations situated within retail parks, roadside and industrial lots, and business parks. Locations within supermarkets and suburban parades will be considered. Greggs is also looking to continue expanding its drive-through estate.

This comes as Greggs looks to open around 120 net new stores in 2026, despite recording a decline in profits in 2025.

The operator – which operates around 2,700 locations – said in March that it saw potential for over 3,000 UK stores in the long-term, having identified a “strong pipeline of attractive opportunities”. Greggs will also trial its smaller ‘bitesize Greggs’ format to meet greater demand in areas with limited space.