Become a beloved part of Barnsley’s coffee community
Franchise Opportunities in Barnsley
Franchising provides the ideal blend of business freedom and brand support, allowing budding entrepreneurs to enter new markets with an invaluable head start. When you invest in a franchise, you can tap into an existing customer base and leverage industry expertise that you just don’t get when going it alone.
For these reasons, the coffee shop industry is especially well suited to the franchise model. While a notoriously competitive area, a coffee franchise provides a strong foundation for success.
If you’re looking to establish yourself in Barnsley or the surrounding areas, a coffee shop franchise offers a wealth of brilliant opportunities!
Why Open a Coffee Shop in Barnsley?
Located in South Yorkshire, the town and borough of Barnsley offers a vibrant blend of industrial heritage, beautiful countryside and an exciting foodie scene, serving as the ideal backdrop for a new coffee shop.
The town itself has a diverse population of over 70,000, with plenty more potential customers to market to in the surrounding borough. The town is home to a mix of young professionals, families, students and commuters, with many travelling to Sheffield, Leeds and Manchester, and perfectly primed for a daily caffeine hit.
The thriving town centre provides a buzzing atmosphere and attracts good footfall. Key attractions like Cannon Hall, Wentworth Castle, Monk Bretton Priory, Rabbit Ings Country Park and the nearby Peak District National Park also contribute to a constant flow of people moving through the town and its surrounding areas, many of whom will be seeking cosy spots to relax and unwind after a day out and about.
As the host to several annual food festivals, Barnsley has a fantastic, engaged foodie community, among whom you’ll no doubt find plenty of coffee lovers who appreciate high-quality coffee experiences.
Ongoing developments to locations such as the Glass Works, Digital Media Centres and Barnsley markets also highlight the area as an up-and-coming hotspot for work and leisure, providing the perfect chance for a new community-focused coffee business.
Why Invest in an Esquires Franchise?
As a leading ethical coffee franchise with three decades of experience, we know a thing or two about building and maintaining coffee shop success. When you partner with us, you benefit from all this expertise, which will help establish your dream store with fewer challenges along the way.
Our dedicated franchise team will work closely with you to get your coffee shop up and running. They’ll help with things like site selection, lease negotiation, store design, equipment recommendations, menus, vendor contacts, staff training, marketing and more.
With a robust system of ongoing support, you’ll be given everything you need to remain on top. To find out what else is included in an Esquires agreement, please see our franchise FAQs.
As an Esquires franchisee, you’ll also inherit our ethos that puts sustainability and social responsibility at the heart of everything we do. Every coffee we serve is sourced from Fairtrade farming cooperatives that prioritise the well-being of people and the planet.
If this sounds like something you want to become involved in, an Esquires Coffee franchise may just be your perfect next venture.
Apply For a Barnsley Coffee Franchise
If you have a passion for coffee and boast a proven track record, we’d love to hear from you! We are always on the lookout for entrepreneurs who share our vision and values.
We’re currently interested in expanding the number of our stores across the UK, including in Barnsley and the surrounding area. Start your franchising journey here and apply for a Barnsley franchise below.