Fresh new-look unveiled as Askew Road (Shepherds Bush) Co-op convenience store re-launches
04 February 2025
A fresh new look has been unveiled as the Askew Road, Shepherds Bush, Co-op convenience store re-opens following a near four week programme of works and improvements to transform the store.
Located at 98 Askew Road (W12 9BL) the store is one of four Co-op stores operated by family-owned OUR Retail Ltd – a multi-site franchise partner who have worked with Co-op since 2022. It is the family’s ambition to further grow the number of Co-op stores it runs, adding to its Co-op franchise stores which are also located in Lavender Hill, Enfield; Deansbrook Road in Edgware and, Rose Lane, Dagenham.
A fresh new look and layout greets customers, including new , more energy efficient, refrigeration and, displays designed to enhance the shopping experience. An increased range of fresh and frozen produce is core to the store’s improved customer offer, alongside member-price savings which create additional value for Co-op’s member-owners, with lower prices on the products shoppers buy most.
The 1,800 sq ft convenience store also includes a focus on food-to-go and meal deals, beers and wines, ready meals, pizzas and every day essentials. Self-service tills have also been added for added ease and speed, especially at busier times.
Askew Road Co-op will also act as a fulfilment hub for Co-op’s leading Quick Commerce operation, with the online home delivery of groceries through Deliveroo and Uber Eats. Orders are picked fresh in the local store, and delivered quickly and conveniently locally.
Fizhan Hussain, partner in Our Retail Ltd, said: “This is an exciting time for the whole team, we are delighted to work closely with Co-op franchise and we believe our new-look store will enable us to better serve and support the Askew Road community, which we are proud to be part of. We have shared values, and it is our aim is to operate at the heart of local life. We have worked together to develop a new and enhanced range with a wider choice of fresh food alongside the everyday essentials that customers want and need. As well as a big focus on delivering member-value, enabling Co-op's members to benefit every time they shop. We are really looking forward to welcoming our members, and new customers into their local Co-op store.”
“After having traded this store (Askew Road) for over a year and having an understanding of our customer base, now was absolutely the right time to refit this store so it delivers for our members, partners and wider community.” Explained Tabrez Hussain, Franchise Partner OUR RETAIL. “We have been at the heart of this community for well over a decade now and this all new Co-op store will make sure we are here for a long time to come. We have made improvements in store infrastructure and added self-scan tills to make every visit a more crafted and comforting shopping experience for all our customers.”
Tanya Pattison, Co-op Franchise Account Manager, added:__ “I am delighted to see Askew Road’s Co-op re-launch. In addition to the growth ambitions for Co-op Franchise which enables us to bring the benefits of Co-op membership to more communities, we work closely with existing franchise partners to maximise the potential of existing stores and better serve our communities - combining great quality products, value, deals and Co-op’s ethical retailing with added services and convenience. Working with new and existing partners, we have a clear focus on growing our franchise business, enhancing the value we create and deliver in communities.”
Askew Road Co-op opens between 7am-10pm daily.
Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer-owned co-operatives, with its history dating back 180 years. Its members own the business and play an intrinsic part in the governance of the organisation.
More information about the benefits of Co-op Membership is available by visiting coop.co.uk/membership
Further information about Co-op franchise is available via coop.co.uk/franchise
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Further information:
Andrew Torr
Senior Press Officer, Co-op Press Office
M: 07702505551
E: andrew.torr@coop.co.uk