Next will continue working with Costa Coffee until 2036, as it continues to expand its in-store food and drink offering.

The agreement will see Costa Coffee continue to operate across Next’s UK retail estate, where it currently has more than 140 locations.

The partnership began in 2011 with a single concession and has since grown into a nationwide network, with further openings and investment planned over the next decade.

In 2026, Costa Coffee opened seven new locations within Next stores, including a 3,000 sq ft site at the retailer’s flagship Bluewater destination. It is the largest Costa Coffee location within the retailer’s estate and among the first to feature the coffee chain’s latest store design.

Costa Coffee has also refurbished 26 existing locations across Next’s stores this year, as both businesses look to improve the customer experience and adapt to changing shopping habits.

The extension until January 2036 provides a long-term commitment for Next as it continues to develop its wider retail proposition, using food and drink concessions to complement its core fashion, home and lifestyle offer.

Tom Falk, head of property at Costa Coffee said: “Next has been a valued partner for many years and we’re delighted to extend our relationship through to 2036. This milestone reflects the strength of our partnership and creates an exciting platform for future growth.

“Together, we’ve grown from a single location to a network of more than 140 stores, adapting to changing consumer needs and investing in great coffee experiences along the way.

“The success of landmark locations such as Bluewater demonstrates what can be achieved when two customer-focused brands work together with a shared ambition. This agreement gives us a fantastic opportunity to build on that momentum in the years ahead.”

The deal underlines the growing role of hospitality within traditional retail environments, as retailers look to give shoppers additional reasons to visit stores and extend their time on site.

The continued presence of Costa Coffee strengthens Next’s in-store food and drink offer, supporting its wider strategy to develop larger destination stores.

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