Coffee house chain set to open in Haywards Heath following official launch in East Grinstead

Coffee #1 is set to open in April at the former Halifax at 32-36 South Road and the shop is currently being renovated.

The company applied to Mid Sussex District Council in late 2024 to make alterations to the existing shopfront and permission was granted on Friday, February 7, 2025.

The covering letter said: “Coffee #1 Limited, is a regional coffee shop operator with stores in Godalming, Epsom and Fleet. The company prides itself on the excellent of its coffee and the high quality and careful design of its stores. The approach has been acknowledged by the awards won by Coffee #1 over the years.”

The 250 square metre site in Haywards Heath is between HSBC and Greggs.

On Thursday, March 27, the Coffee #1 chain celebrated the opening of its East Grinstead shop in Queen’s Walk.

Area manager Jodie Makin said: “We’re thrilled to be opening our next location in East Grinstead. It’s in a great location with a warm community vibe, and we’re confident Coffee#1 will fit right in. We take pride in providing a cosy space where customers can relax, enjoy delicious food, tempting cakes, and, of course, great coffee.”

The East Grinstead store has a living-room feel inside, shelves filled with books and unique illustrations of local history, folklore and figures from the area. Coffee#1 said the inviting atmosphere is ideal for socialising with friends and family, or for some ‘quiet time’ with a book or laptop. Local community groups are being encouraged to host regular catch-ups in the store and dogs are welcome as well.

East Grinstead store manager John Newman said: “My team and I are excited to become part of the East Grinstead community and to serve our new neighbours. To celebrate the opening, we’re offering a free drink when you download the Coffee#1 app. Simply enter the promo code EASTGRIN in the app to claim your free drink voucher!”

The Coffee#1 chain was founded in 2001 and has spent two decades establishing itself as a popular brand across South Wales, the South West, the South Coast, and the Midlands.