Maldon Co-op reopens after huge refurb with bakery and Tango Ice Blast machine

The East of England Co-op Food store in Maldon has re-opened after being refurbished as part of a wider £5 million investment. This includes upgrades to the sustainability and food-to-go offering of its stores.

The refurbishments, which form part of the East of England Co-op’s portfolio "reshape, improve the stores’ member and customer experience. It also improves their environmental impact with new eco-friendly refrigeration units," the store says/

The Maldon store, on Cross Road, sees several other features including coffee-to-go and a brand-new in-store bakery. There are also the wildly popular Tango Ice Blast and Fwip ice cream machines.

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Andy Rigby, Chief Operating Officer at the East of England Co-op, said: “This investment in Maldon has allowed us to enhance our member and customer journey through upgrades to store sustainability and improved shopping experience. This is part of our commitment to continue supporting the local communities these stores serve by providing quality products and exceptional customer service.

“We want to do everything we can to minimise our environmental impact, which is why we’re placing a large emphasis on the stores’ sustainability throughout these refurbishments. These are crucial upgrades as we continue to invest in and reshape our wider portfolio.”

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