A new Greggs bakery is beginning to take shape in Cirencester, marking the third branch in the area. The new outlet will open on Cricklade Street, occupying the site formerly held by Mountain Warehouse. Mountain Warehouse had relocated after Poundland vacated the space, which had remained empty for several years.
Approved last year, the new Greggs will transform the existing unit with a modern, aluminium-framed façade featuring a sleek grey finish. The entrance doors will be updated, and new external signage will showcase the iconic ‘Greggs’ lettering in the brand’s signature blue and yellow colors.
Situated within Cirencester’s conservation area, special attention has been given to preserving the historic character of the surrounding architecture. While the building housing Greggs is not listed, the neighboring property at 7 Cricklade Street is Grade II listed. Greggs’ planning statement reassures that the design will complement the street scene and uphold the town’s heritage, with all works being like-for-like and involving no major internal or external alterations.
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Additional features include air conditioning condenser units on the flat roof at the back of the building and an extraction system to ventilate the retail area. To control odor from baking operations, carbon filter cassettes will be installed within the oven canopy. Regular maintenance of these systems will ensure minimal disruption to the local environment.
An odour impact assessment supports this approach, noting that Greggs’ baking of frozen products produces fewer odours than cooking methods like frying or grilling. The report concludes that, with proper odour control and upkeep, it is unlikely any nuisance complaints will arise.