Even newer-new East of England Co-op on Woodbridge Road opening next week

Andy Rigby, Chief Executive Officer for the East of England Co-op said: “We’re proud to be opening the doors to our brand-new Woodbridge Road Food store – a modern, community-focused space designed with our customers’ needs at heart.  

“With more food-to-go options and an improved shopping experience, we’re confident this new store will better serve the local area, while continuing the legacy and relationships we’ve built at our Brunswick Road location.” 

This new Woodbridge Road store, at the site of the former Renaut garage, will replace the East of England Co-op's current Brunswick Road store, with all colleagues transferring to the new location.  

The new store will be managed by Sharon Hall, who said: “I’m absolutely thrilled to be joining the team here at Woodbridge Road. I’ve worked for the East of England Co-op for 15 years, including seven as a branch manager. I know just how important this local store is to its community. It’s a real privilege to help deliver a fresh new shopping experience for our customers.” 

Members and customers will be able to look forward to a range of new services in the store including the East of England Co-op's popular in-store bakery and hot food offering. The store will also feature Barista Bar coffee-to-go, freshly squeezed orange juice from iSqueeze, Fwip ice cream and Tango Ice Blast. 

Woodbridge Road follows the opening of the East of England Co-op's Ipswich Station earlier this month. The retailer has also announced plans to open new Food stores in, East Bergholt, Thetford and Hellesdon. 

The East of England Co-op is owned by its members and is driven by its commitment to supporting local communities. The retailer is currently fundraising for more than 100 different charities across the East of England through its Local Giving Summer campaign. Woodbridge Road, once open, will be fundraising for St Elizabeth Hospice. 

The East of England Co-op is welcoming enquiries from those interested in leasing the current Brunswick Road store site (337 Woodbridge Road), with details available from the appointed agents Fenn Wright.