Question 1

How much does it cost to open a coffee shop in the UK?

Accepted Answer

No official UK average exists and there is no disclosure filing to consult. The citable figures are franchisor-published: Cafe2U gives around £42,500 for a mobile van including a vehicle deposit and equipment, and Esquires Coffee gives £250,000 to £300,000 for a high street shop, excluding stock, marketing and working capital.

Question 2

What licences does a coffee shop need in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Food business registration with the local authority is required at least 28 days before trading, and it is free and cannot be refused. Beyond that it depends on the site: planning permission or a change of use, a pavement licence for tables on the highway, and a premises licence where alcohol is sold. Procedures differ between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Question 3

Can you open a Costa Coffee franchise in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Franchised Costa shops exist and the brand's own store finder identifies some as franchises, but no live public UK recruitment page was found and Costa publishes no terms or entry requirements. Costa Express is a separate self-serve proposition. Brands that do publish UK coffee franchise terms include Esquires Coffee and Cafe2U.

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