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Slim Chickens ramps up expansion with drive-throughs on the menu

UK · 2026-10-04

Key takeaway

Slim Chickens opens first UK drive-through in Broughton, north Wales, as blueprint for 15-20 new sites next year.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerSlim Chickens opens its first UK drive-through at Broughton Shopping Park, proving the format for UK expansion.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onSuccess of the Broughton drive-through becomes the blueprint for 15-20 new UK sites next year, mostly drive-throughs.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onThe new sites create 800-1,000 jobs, expanding Boparan Restaurant Group's UK estate and revenue base.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youExpansion increases competitive pressure on other UK fast-food and casual dining operators in the hospitality sector.

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Source: The Independent Business

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