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Co-op Wholesale partners with Holliss Filling Stations

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Co‑op Wholesale has confirmed a new partnership with Holliss Filling Stations, a long-established, family-owned forecourt and convenience operator serving communities across South Devon. The Townstal Road, Dartmouth store officially relaunched under the new Holliss brand on 26 June, supported by the Co-op Proud to Stock…

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