Is Swindon being the Greggs capital of the south good?
Swindon having more Greggs than any town in Wiltshire, and almost every city in England's south, has sparked a lot of discussion online.
The town is soon to welcome its 12th branch of the bakery chain, which will be a new addition to the Swindon Designer Outlet.
This is compared to three in Chippenham, one in Marlborough, two in Trowbridge, three in Melksham and one in Devizes.
Here’s what you had to say on the matter.
Gavski Sherlock said: “Bring back Devon Savouries.”
David Parfitt replied: “Absolutely, much better than Greggs.”
Chrissie Vaughan said: “Don't knock them, it's the nearest food outlet to the Boulevard.”
Susie Piercy said: “It’s the only outlet that thrives here, what does this tell you eh?!”
Jamie Austin replied: “It tells me that there are plenty of tradesmen who need some scoff during the day when they're out working.”
Felicity Marden said: “Don't imagine it's just Swindon, I can think of three Greggs shops where I live plus a supermarket selling their products.”
Ryan McCoy said: “Another great claim to fame, along with the most hit bridge in Europe a roundabout and at one point the highest teenage pregnancy rate.”
Jeff Goundry said: “In competition with........
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