A London-founded coffee company is planning to open a number of branches across Devon and Cornwall.
Black Sheep Coffee, which operates across the º£½ÇÊÓƵ, said the franchise agreement would allow it to establish a minimum of nine coffee shops throughout the two counties.
It remains unclear when the stores will open, with Exeter and Plymouth both earmarked for outlets.
The additional locations across Devon and Cornwall, which will be managed by a local hospitality operator, are yet to be confirmed.
Izzy Childs, EMEA growth director, said: "Devon and Cornwall are known for their incredible food culture and strong local identity.
"Partnering with a local operator ensures every store reflects its community, supporting local jobs, and adding something genuinely new to the region's coffee scene. We can't wait to become part of the South West's thriving independent coffee landscape."
Black Sheep Coffee has expanded from a single London shop into one of the º£½ÇÊÓƵ's fastest-growing independent coffee brands.
Each café features its signature Robusta beans, sourced and roasted in the º£½ÇÊÓƵ, alongside colourful matcha lattes, Norwegian waffles, and an all-day menu, reports .
In January, the chain opened a new site in Clifton in Bristol. The brand's unit at 60 Queens Road is split across the ground floor and basement, and was previously occupied by Vodafone.
