Totnes Flashcards
1
Q
What year did Costa attempt to open an outlet in the town of Totnes
A
2012
2
Q
Where is the town of Totnes located
A
South Devon
3
Q
What proportion of the population signed a petition saying that they support the independent highstreet and would boycott any coffee chain that came to Totnes
A
Three quarters of the towns population
4
Q
Why did the locals in Totnes oppose the arrival of Costa
A
Because they were proud of their independently owned outlets and didn’t want Totnes to become a clone town
5
Q
How long did it take for Costa to drop their plans
A
8 months
6
Q
What did costa announce after dropping their plans
A
“Costa has recognised the strength of feeling in Totnes against national brands and taken into account the specific circumstances of Totnes”
