A major £445,000 refurbishment of Lincolnshire Co-op’s Skirbeck Road store has been highlighted as part of a multi-million-pound programme of investment across the county.
The Skirbeck Road Food Store underwent a significant transformation in November 2025, with the investment bringing an upgraded store, expanded product ranges and new services for customers.
Among the additions were an extended selection of hot and fresh food, Kumar’s Curry and a frozen Coca-Cola machine, while changes were also made behind the scenes to improve how the store operates.
The checkout area was relocated as part of the refurbishment, giving colleagues a better overview of the shop floor while serving customers.
Almost a year on from the £445,000 investment, Store Manager Thomas Cullen says shoppers are continuing to respond positively to the changes.
“Our customers are delighted with the new look of their store and expanded product range. Almost a year after the refresh, they’re still commenting on how the changes have improved their shopping experience.
“We also had our checkout area moved, and the team now have a better overview of the store when they’re serving customers – this has massively improved our ways of working.”
The investment in Skirbeck Road forms part of Lincolnshire Co-op’s ongoing cyclical refresh programme, which is seeing millions of pounds spent modernising stores and other services throughout its trading area.
Closer to Boston, the retailer’s Old Leake Food Store has also undergone a refresh as part of the programme, bringing further investment into Co-op facilities serving communities in the borough and surrounding area.
Since the programme launched two years ago, more than £8 million has been invested across Lincolnshire Co-op outlets, with approximately £4 million being committed each year.
The programme has included improvements to dozens of food stores alongside pharmacies, funeral homes, post offices and a travel branch.
Other food stores to benefit include Wygate Park in Spalding and the Carlton Centre in Lincoln, while pharmacies in locations including Metheringham, Bransholme and Heckington have also been upgraded.
Investment has also extended to Lincolnshire Co-op’s funeral services, with four funeral homes undergoing work. In Gainsborough, £175,000 was invested to improve facilities including the arrangement office, Chapel of Rest and private reflection spaces.
The refurbished Gainsborough Funeral Home recently held a rededication service attended by members of the community, local dignitaries, celebrants and reverends.
Lincolnshire Co-op’s Louth Travel branch and 11 post offices, including Hykeham Green near Lincoln, have also benefited from upgrades.
Andy Warman, Lincolnshire Co-op’s Chief Commercial and Transformation Officer, said: “Our cyclical refresh programme has helped us deliver meaningful improvements to outlets across the business and we’re proud to see the positive impact it’s having.
“By continuously investing, we’re introducing new products and services that enhance our customers experiences, support colleagues and ensure our outlets are meeting local needs.”
The retailer says the ongoing programme is designed to ensure its outlets continue to provide high-quality services while improving the experience for customers and colleagues.
For Boston, the £445,000 transformation of the Skirbeck Road store represents one of the most significant local investments delivered through the programme, alongside improvements at Old Leake.
