A new Starbucks® store opening in Winchester’s High Street on Wednesday 9 June will create 12 new jobs.

Part of the Southern Co-op family which already runs a retail store in the city, the store will be operated by Starbucks® licensee, Cobra Coffee.

Located in the former Jigsaw store, the new store team will be celebrating the opening by giving away complimentary reusable cups to 50 lucky customers every day for the first week.

Mark Tomlinson, the new Store Manager, who recently moved to the area after previously looking after a Cobra Coffee store in Southampton, said:“We have got a great team on board and all of us are looking forward to safely welcoming new faces from the local community over the next few weeks.

“Our Grade II listed building has a great atmosphere, which we has been reflected in the store’s design, complete with a cosy lounge and an indoor arched area.

“We are still looking for a few more members of the team so would welcome anyone interested to come and say hello.”

The store will be open for indoor dining and takeaways and will be closely following the latest guidance from both the government and health authorities to keep everyone safe.

A delivery service with Uber Eats will be set up later this month.

Customers in Winchester will be able to enjoy their favourite Starbucks®beverage or try the new summer menu, including the Coffee Chocolate Crunch Frappuccino, Caramel Brownie Cream Frappuccino, Lemon Iced Tea and Peach Iced Tea.

The new store is conveniently located on the corner of the High Street and Market Lane at 2 Old Market House, Winchester, SO23 9LE, and open from 7am until 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 8am until 5pm on Sundays.

It is understood that the Old Market House’ buildings were designed by William Coles, a city Engineer in 1857. Previously known as the Old Green Market which housed sellers of flowers and poultry, much of the original character of the building has been maintained and restored.

Starbucks® coffee is 99% ethically sourced and accredited by Conservation International under the C.A.F.E. Practices programme. Starbucks® offers a 25p discount to all customers who bring a reusable cup when purchasing a drink.