CHELTENHAM-BASED SOHO COFFEE MAKES MANCHESTER DEBUT

SOHO Coffee Co. is taking its unique food and drink offering to the North West, launching a brand new store at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 1 this week, with a further outlet at Terminal 2 almost completed.

Since taking over SOHO Coffee Co. in 2007, Penny Manuel and Chris Copner have taken ambitious steps to expand it from a handful of stores to a 15-strong chain in just 18 months. Until now, stores have been mainly located in the South West and the Midlands.  Manchester’s two new additions are the latest in the SOHO portfolio making Manchester only the second airport to boast a double set along with the brand’s home airport Bristol.
 
Talking about the brand’s Northern adventure, SOHO Director, Chris Copner Comments, “Everyone at SOHO is thrilled to be opening at this wonderful new location. Manchester Airport is one of the UK’s premium airports, with a tremendous amount of traffic passing through it every day. This is the sixth airport store we’ve opened in partnership with SSP and the first in the region. Having a presence in the North West’s capital city is an exciting move for us, and gives huge exposure for the growing SOHO brand. Following the success of this venture, we are considering further expansion in the region.”
 
Both outlets combine contemporary urban chic with an easy charm. The rich, vibrant hues of purple and lime complement the dark wood tones, creating a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere with classic banquet seating, funky poseur height tables and stools. The layout and design offers something for everyone, from a quick caffeine fix on the move, to a real dining experience!
 
SSP UK CEO, Tony Keating says:  "Despite the current climate, the coffee shop is a growing phenomena and airport travellers expect to be able to relax with a cup of their favourite coffee and a snack before boarding their flight.  That's why we are excited to welcome this excellent coffee brand to Manchester. We want our customers to have the best choice available and this is a superb example of how we aim to bring high quality catering facilities to airports which help make the passenger's journey a more pleasurable one."