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Co-op offers a partner-operated store model across UK convenience and forecourt retail, with active expansion plans but no publicly disclosed investment…
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Active networks in the UK, with declared investment and real photos of the locations.
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LCF FunLanguages
Training & Education
Initial investment
from £1,980
The Pets, Homes and Gardens Company
B2C Services
Initial investment
from £5,000
REALTYPLUS
Estate Agency
Initial investment
from £5,000
QANTIS Mobility
B2B Services
Initial investment
from £6,500
SmartPA
B2B Services
Initial investment
from £9,950
City Express
Food & Catering
Initial investment
from £10,000
Ovenu
B2C Services
Initial investment
from £12,400
INWIN
B2B Services
Initial investment
from £17,000
Dish’d
Food & Catering
Initial investment
from £19,000
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Snappy Snaps
Retail
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Co-op
Food & Grocery
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One Stop
Food & Grocery
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Cash Converters UK
Retail
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CeX
Retail
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Snack in the Box
Food & Grocery
Initial investment
from £20,000
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Chai Green
Food & Catering
Initial investment
from £180,000
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Urban Baristas
Food & Catering
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Fireaway
Food & Catering
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McDonald's US franchisees balk at upgrade costs. Here's what aspiring UK franchisees should check before agreeing to future capex obligations.
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How much does it cost to open a franchise?
It depends on the sector and format: home-based concepts start under £10,000, while structured food service can exceed £100,000. Every profile shows the required investment, and you can filter by budget.
What is the best franchise to open in 2026?
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