A new restaurant and drive-thru for Kirkby-in-Ashfield

McDonald’s is bringing forward plans for a new drive-thru and restaurant, off Lane End in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.

McDonald’s is committed to listening to the views of the local community. Following our public consultation last year, which showed that over 83% supported the proposals, we have made a number of changes to the design to reflect comments from the public and the council.

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About our public consultation

Following our positive public consultation held in April 2024, we have improved the scheme, taking on board comments relating to the design and access. We have subsequently resubmitted a new application to Ashfield District Council, reference: V/2025/0003.

On this website, you can learn more about our proposals for McDonald’s Kirkby-in-Ashfield. If you have any questions or need assistance accessing the information, please contact our community engagement team on 0800 298 7040 who will return your call. Alternatively, you can email feedback@consultation-online.co.uk and we will respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.

Quick facts about McDonald’s in Queslett

Supporting the local economy

Our latest economic impact report report showed that McDonald’s contributes around £341 million to the East of England regional economy.

Supporting local jobs

McDonald’s provides 1,142 jobs in our restaurants across Norwich, and 15,983 jobs in the East of England.

Creating new jobs

Our new Drive-Thru restaurant will create approximately 120 new jobs, in a range of full and part time roles.

Keeping the local area tidy

We have organised a number of community litter pick in Norwich, collecting over 40 bags of rubbish.

If approved, we will undertake a minimum of three daily litter picks at our new Drive-Thru to collect all litter in the vicinity, not just McDonald’s packaging.

Supporting local sports clubs

We are proud to sponsor a number of sports clubs across Norwich, including Norwich Rugby Club and Wymondham Rugby Football Club.

Supporting local services

If approved, our new Drive-Thru restaurant will generate between £50,000 and £60,000 in business rates (per year) for Norwich City Council to help fund key local services.

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About McDonald’s

We have more than 1,450 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, employing over 180,000 people.

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We want your support on our emerging proposals for Kirkby-in-Ashfield.

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