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Co-op Wholesale and Park Garages’ Thieves Lane store is the first revamp in the new extended partnership.

UK forecourt and convenience retailer, Park Garages, has announced a long-term supply agreement with Co-op Wholesale.

The new partnership brings together Park Garages’ extensive national portfolio with Co-op Wholesale’s established convenience proposition, supporting plans to “set a new benchmark in roadside retail by delivering greater value, quality and choice for customers,” it said.

To kick off the partnership, Park Garages reopened its leading forecourt, Thieves Lane, in Shrewsbury. The 2750 sq.ft. forecourt store has been fully refurbished featuring a full chilled supply including food for now and food to go alongside Co-op’s own brand staples.

Following this launch, the rollout of 80 sites will commence over the course of the year.

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Ian Cawley, at Park Garages, said: “Co‑op’s own brand product range is a powerhouse and gives us the strength to win where it matters most.

”Co-op Wholesale understands the dynamics of forecourt retail and how to deliver against each shopper mission.

”By tapping into that expertise, this partnership positions Park Garages to not just serve missions, but to win them consistently and set a new standard for convenience.”

Co-op Wholesale MD, Katie Secretan, added: “Our collaboration with Park Garages is a powerful demonstration of how wholesale innovation can transform the forecourt convenience landscape.

“By combining Co‑op’s trusted products with Park’s market-leading presence, we’re not just unlocking new possibilities for customers, we’re working alongside a true sector leader to redefine what success looks like in forecourt retail.”