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Friday, September 01, 2023

Costa Coffee Church Street Oakham to Close on 14th September 2023

Costa Coffee Church Street Oakham to Close on 14th September 2023


Costa Coffee in Church Street, Oakham will be closing its doors on 14th September 2023. 

The coffee shop was a popular spot for locals and tourists alike.

The closure is part of a wider trend of  shops closing in the area. 

A spokesperson for Costa Coffee said: "We are sad to announce that we will be closing our Costa Coffee store in Church Street, Oakham on 14th September 2023. We have made the difficult decision to close this store due to a number of factors, including the changing retail landscape in the area."

The spokesperson added that the company is committed to its remaining Drive Thru store in Oakham and will continue to offer its customers a great coffee experience.

The closure of Costa Coffee will leave a gap in the Church Street retail scene. The coffee shop was a popular meeting place.

It is unclear what will replace Costa Coffee in Church Street. However, the closure is another sign of the challenges facing businesses in the area.

The news of the closure has been met with disappointment by many locals. Some have taken to social media to express their sadness at the news.

One X user wrote: "This is such a shame. Costa Coffee was my go-to place for a coffee and cake. I'll miss it."

Another user said: "I can't believe Costa Coffee is closing. It was always so busy. I wonder what will replace it."

The closure of Costa Coffee is a blow to the Church Street community. However, it remains to be seen what will replace the coffee shop.

Others have welcomed the news.