Starbucks work ongoing at old Wiltshire Wilko unit

In August, Starbucks confirmed it would be bringing its business to Chippenham High Street after it was announced as the latest occupant for the former Wilko store.

The prominent building has been split into three separate units, with one already open as a Tesco Express.

Earlier this year an application for Starbucks-branded signage at the site was approved by the council, and work has now started to renovate the inside of the empty building.

While Starbucks is yet to announce an opening date for the coffee shop, signs have been placed at the shopfront advertising for staff.

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The planned new Starbucks unit (Image: Newsquest) The chain previously said it was looking forward to “bringing the Starbucks Experience to customers in Chippenham".

The Harkalm Group, which owns the building, announced the addition of Starbucks in May.

A spokesperson said: “We are delighted to announce we recently exchanged contracts with Starbucks for a new cafe in our Chippenham High Street development.

“Starbucks’ unit will benefit from return frontage onto the River Avon, giving their customers a beautiful outlook.

“With Starbucks joining Tesco in our tenant line-up, we’re excited to see the building operational again, bringing life back to this part of the High Street.”