Independent coffee powerhouse Black Sheep Coffee is continuing its rapid rise across the UK, unveiling an ambitious series of new openings and development deals that cement its position as one of the country’s fastest-growing premium coffee chains.
The brand has confirmed 11 new sites across Merseyside as part of a major multi-unit development agreement, marking the next step in what it describes as its “UK takeover.”
The expansion will include more locations across Liverpool, as well as market towns, shopping centres, retail parks, and drive-thru formats — showcasing Black Sheep Coffee’s evolving strategy to reach new audiences and adapt to a variety of trading environments.
The company, which now operates around 150 stores nationwide, continues to target growth through multi-unit partnerships. In addition to its plans for Merseyside, Black Sheep Coffee recently signed a seven-store development deal covering Cambridgeshire, reinforcing its reputation as a brand unafraid to scale at speed while maintaining its independent ethos.
Alongside these regional rollouts, the chain is also broadening its footprint across the UK and Ireland, with a new Belfast outlet set to open on 28 October. Located on Ann Street, near Victoria Square Shopping Centre, it marks the brand’s second Belfast site in just eight months — operated by Black Sheep Coffee-Ireland, the franchise arm of Bannon and Bannon Property Holdings.
Further south, coffee lovers in Norwich can also look forward to welcoming the brand soon, as Black Sheep Coffee prepares to launch a new site in the city, extending its reach into another key regional market.
Founded with the mission to “leave the herd behind,” Black Sheep Coffee has built a strong following through its blend of quality single-origin coffee, creative branding, and community-driven stores. Its latest wave of openings reflects not only the continued strength of the UK coffee market but also the brand’s ability to compete with larger, global players by leaning on innovation, authenticity, and consistency.
