Property consultancy Johnson Fellows has advised Co-op Group as it launches its new ‘on-the-go’ food store in Kingston upon Thames – the first for the national grocer in London.

The 550 sq ft store on Clarence Street is the fourth of its type to open, as Co-Op Group continues the national rollout of its new, compact retail format designed to cater to the grab-and-go market, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner from 7am to 7pm.

Johnson Fellows advised the Co-op Group’s team on the site selection and strategy for this fresh, on-the-go format in a high foot traffic location.

Chris Gaskell, Partner and Head of Agency at Johnson Fellows, said: “Our work with Co-op Group highlights how retailers are innovating their offer, adapting to the changing market and consumer habits by offering fast, quality food on the go. Our team worked closely with the Co-op Group team to identify this high footfall location in Kingston upon Thames with maximum visibility, ensuring it supports the new micro-store model and Co-op’s wider growth strategy. This demonstrates how strategic property planning and insight can help retailers stay ahead of market shifts and future-proof their store portfolios.”

Johnson Fellows is a commercial property agency established in Birmingham in 1984, with additional offices in London and Manchester. The company acts for a wide range of clients, including retailers, investors, developers and financiers providing services such as agency, lease advisory, property management, building surveying, and valuation.