Exact date new Gail's bakery to open in Chelmsford confirmed - and its soon

Gail's is coming to Chelmsford High Street
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The exact date for the new Gail's bakery to open in Essex has been confirmed for next week. The bakery chain Gail's are looking to expand in Essex by opening a new site in Chelmsford in a former jewellery store. The chain has dozens of stores across London but just three branches in Essex in Billericay, Brentwood and Epping. They are now expanding north in the county with planning applications for new signage previously submitted to Chelmsford City Council.

Publicly available documents online are in relation to an application to refurbish the former Charles Fish store in Chelmsford, close to the top of the High Street. The plans show a large kitchen along with indoor seating areas too. Now, Gail's have confirmed on their website they will open next Thursday (December 5).

A statement on their site confirming the opening in December. It added: "Serving GAIL’s artisan sourdough breads, pastries, sandwiches, and cakes alongside our specialty House Blend coffee."

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They continued: "At Gail’s, we're committed to making a difference in our communities and our planet. Every day, we ensure surplus food from our bakeries finds its way to 239 local charities, directly helping those who need it most. Through our partnership with Neighbourly, we amplify this impact, believing deeply in the strength of community and our responsibility for long-term societal health."

The specific opening hours for the new bakery have not yet been confirmed. Signage has been put up at the site, and the chain have also been recruiting for new roles to fill the venue.