Greggs enthusiasts may soon have the option to buy sausage rolls and other pastries from a vending machine. The bakery chain is exploring the deployment of automated and manual vending solutions, as confirmed by Richard Hutton, Greggs’ chief financial officer. Specific details on the launch date and locations remain undisclosed at this time.
In a recent report, Greggs revealed a 17.9% decline in statutory pre-tax profits to £167.4 million for the year ending December 27, compared to the previous year. This decrease was attributed in part to challenging market conditions and unusually hot weather. Despite this, Greggs expanded its store count by 121 in 2025, reaching a total of 2,739 locations, with plans for approximately 120 more openings in the current year.
Greggs aims for significant future growth beyond 3,000 UK outlets. CEO Roisin Currie expressed optimism about improved consumer spending due to easing inflationary pressures. However, she acknowledged ongoing challenges in the market, emphasizing the tough conditions faced by customers.
Regarding pricing, Greggs announced a hold on further price hikes for the year, following recent increases. Notably, the cost of a sausage roll was raised by 5p to £1.35 in most stores, while a regular latte saw a 10p increase to £2.25. The retailer maintained prices on meal deals, with the breakfast deal staying at £3.15.
Additionally, Greggs shared the success of The Golden Flake Tavern, its first pub concept, attracting over 20,000 customers and selling popular items like the Sausage Roll & Mash dish. The pub, located in Newcastle’s Fenwick department store, has seen strong sales of Gosforth 1939 Lager and Pink Jammie Fizz cocktails.
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