UK | Waitrose has unveiled plans for a new travel retail partnership at Bristol Airport, building on its successful debut at Heathrow Airport in May.
The grocer has extended its wholesale partnership with Lagardère Travel Retail to open within three RELAY stores at Bristol Airport from 2027.
Spanning one landside and two airside sites, the stores will offer Waitrose’s food-to-go ranges, including its bestselling No.1 range. With more than 10.8 million passengers annually, Bristol Airport is one of the UK’s fastest-growing transport hubs.
Alongside its Bristol Airport launch, Waitrose has confirmed a new branch to open on North Street in Bedminster, South Bristol. The 3,000 sq ft high street convenience store is scheduled to open in early 2027.
The announcements marked the next phase of the grocer’s investment in the South West, expanding on its previously announced sites in Bristol, a supermarket in Brabazon and a distribution centre in Avonmouth.
Backed by the grocer's GBP one billion multi-year plan, the combined expansion will bring Waitrose closer to more customers whilst creating at least 700 new local jobs and supporting long-term regional growth.
Charlotte Di Cello, Waitrose Chief Commercial Officer, said the investment in the South West reflects the ambition to be the first choice for food lovers across the country.
By partnering with Lagardère alongside investing in our own stores and online offering, Waitrose can bring its exceptional service and responsibly sourced food directly to where its
customers live, work, and travel far faster than ever before.
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