News

Coln Community Stores Shortlisted in Countryside Alliance Awards

We were excited to hear that we’ve been shortlisted in the SW Region Countryside Alliance Awards 2026 in the ‘Village Shop/Post Office’ Category. Thank you to those who nominated us! You can play your part in helping us win in... Read More

Coln Community Stores gets top hygiene rating!

We’re so pleased that we’ve been awarded a top rating for the hygiene arrangements in the shop and cafe. This is a credit to all the staff and volunteers who handle food and drink. Thank you and well done!  ... Read More

August 2025 News – Together We Raised £3,500

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and participated in the celebration of 150 years of our shop and the role it has, and continues to, play in our community. Thanks to your generosity, the four free-entry events across July, raised £3,500,... Read More

Reviews of Cafe Coln Cotswolds

We look forward to dropping in on a sunday morning, always a great welcome. Great coffee and cake and brilliant garden to sit in. Even have shelter if we get the odd shower. Sets us up for the day! Well... Read More

High Praise For Cafe And Store Near Quenington

As residents of Quenington, we are frequent visitors to Coln Community Cafe and Store and there is no doubt we are very fortunate to have such an excellent community facility that provides high quality local products and excellent customer service.... Read More

Lovely Cafe At End Of Walk From Fairford To Coln

We have a ( nearly ) 60 walking group every Sunday, that walk from Fairford to Coln, stop for a coffee and cake, then walk back to Fairford via Quenington. This started with me in Covid, where I used to... Read More

Easter Opening Hours

Bank Holiday Times Shop Cafe Post Office Good Friday 3rd April 9am to 1pm 9am to 12pm CLOSED Easter Saturday 4th April 8am to 2pm 8am to 1pm CLOSED Easter Day 5th April CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Bank Holiday 6th April 9am to 1pm... Read More

Volunteer

Coln Stores relies on its wonderful volunteers to help make us the hub of the village. There is something for everyone to contribute in the Café, Store or even the Post Office. We welcome all ages, and experience is not... Read More