Work is continuing on the development of a new supermarket, coffee shop and fast food outlet in Waterlooville.
The latest aerial pictures show the progress made at Waterloo Park in Waterlooville where an Aldi, Costa and KFC is expected to open this winter. Work began in January this year with all three buildings showing huge signs of progress since The News previous update in June.
While no date has been confirmed for the three store opening, the developers Hargreaves have confirmed the works are on track for the expected openings in winter 2026.
Tim Wilmer, investment director at Hargreaves, said: “We are delighted with the excellent progress being delivered by Mildren. Waterloo Park Phase 2 will provide high‑quality retail and leisure offerings for the residents of Waterlooville and underlines Hargreaves’ long‑term commitment to the town.
“This development continues our significant investment in transforming a formerly redundant site into a thriving destination that benefits the local community.”
Once complete, there will be 169 car parking spaces central to each unit.
The new Aldi store is expected to create up to 40 jobs with the chain currently advertising for a variety of positions. More details can be found here.

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Progress of the new Aldi, FKC and Costa in Waterloo Park. | Habibur Rahman

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Progress is being made on the development of an Aldi. KFC and Costa in Waterloo Park. | Habibur Rahman

23. Work has begun at Waterloo Park, Waterlooville - the site where permission was granted for a new Aldi, KFC and Costa to be built.
Work has begun at Waterloo Park, Waterlooville - the site where permission was granted for a new Aldi, KFC and Costa to be built. | Joe Williams
