The Co-op petrol station on Prospect Place in Barnard Castle will shut temporarily on Monday (November 13) and won't reopen until Thursday (November 16), due to a rebranding. While the Co-op petrol station has belonged to the high street brand for years, it is being replaced by a Penny Petroleum store and petrol station. Penny Petroleum has numerous sites across the region, including in Darlington, Durham, and Newton Aycliffe among others. Co-op petrol station in Barnard Castle (Image: GOOGLE MAPS)The news was announced to customers of the petrol station through a sign that has been displayed on the Co-op door. It comes as the Co-op Group unveiled its financial results for the six months to July, reporting a £200 million dip in revenues compared to the same time last year.

Source: The Times November 10, 2023 12:03 UTC