What You Need to Know About Greggs Strand Bakery Closing
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The Greggs branch located at 143 Strand, a beloved lunch spot for students of King’s College London on the Strand campus, has permanently closed. The closure was announced through signage that stated, “Sorry, we’re closing on 5th January,” marking the end of an era for many who relied on this affordable and convenient option.
The closure appears to have occurred quietly over the Christmas break, with the shop now cleared out inside. A worker at a neighboring convenience store confirmed the news, stating that he saw the store being emptied in the first few days of 2026. This sudden change has left students on the Strand campus without one of their closest cheap lunch options.
The Greggs branch was situated on the doorstep of the Strand campus, directly on a route used by students traveling between classes and study spaces at the nearby Waterloo Campus. It had become a go-to stop for quick, low-cost food and coffee. For many students, Greggs was the dependable option for a quick five-minute bite or coffee between back-to-back lectures.
One King’s student expressed devastation, stating, “I relied on it for cheap lunch and it didn’t hit my bank balance in the way an expensive sandwich from Pret would.” Another student questioned the closure, saying, “I’m disappointed and baffled about this. There were always queues stretching outside the store. I just don’t get why they’d close it down.”
The closure also comes amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures for students, where small price differences can matter for daily routines. A sausage roll at Greggs typically costs around £1.60, while a regular latte comes in at around £2.70. Their meal deals have often undercut nearby alternatives, with a savoury bake and a regular hot drink costing just £3.70.
Students who relied on the branch for quick bakes or a cost-friendly coffee between lectures may now need to walk further afield. The nearest Greggs, at 421-422 Strand, is an additional 10-minute walk further along the Strand – or students may need to end up paying more at nearby chains.
A survey of Strand students conducted by Roar found that 30% of students surveyed tend to buy their lunch at Greggs, while 17% opt for Pret, 17% go to King’s Cafe’s, and 36% choose an alternative lunch option. This highlights the significance of the Greggs Strand Bakery to the local student community.
In May 2025, Greggs closed 56 stores following a challenging start to the year. However, the company has since reported increased sales, with a 5.7 per cent rise for the 18 weeks up to and including 7th May, according to Food Manufacture.
Greggs has also confirmed the closure of three of its shops as part of an investment plan. The closures will affect Sleaford, Twickenham, and Edinburgh. The bakery at Twickenham will close in the final quarter of this year, and the Edinburgh site will cease trading in 2017. The company has assured that it will handle the changes responsibly, ensuring that staff are not negatively impacted.
Despite the closures, Greggs remains committed to growth, planning to invest in its supply chain network over the next five years to “create centres of excellence serving our growing shop estate.”
The closure of the Greggs Strand Bakery marks the end of a significant chapter for King’s College London students. While the reasons behind the closure remain unclear, the impact on the community is undeniable. As students adjust to the new reality, the hope is that the gap left by the closure will be filled by other affordable and convenient options in the area.
Roar has reached out to Greggs for comment, but no response has been received as of yet.
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