Central Co-op launches 20% student discount for new Black Friday weekend
Posted by lauryn mellor | Published: 27/11/2025
Central Co-op is giving students even more value this Black Friday with a special 20 per cent discount available across participating stores from 28th November to 1st December 2025. The enhanced offer is part of the Society’s new partnership with Student Beans, helping students save on fresh food, quick meals and everyday essentials during one of the busiest times of the year.
From 2nd December onwards, the discount continues at 10 per cent, making Central Co-op one of the few UK food retailers offering students an ongoing year-round saving.
Charlotte Castille, Head of Membership, Brand & Marketing at Central Co-op, said: “Every bit of support matters for students right now, especially in the run-up to Christmas. Our Black Friday offer - and the 10% discount that follows - means students can save on the food they rely on every day, whether that’s a quick snack, a lunch on the go or easier mealtime options.”
Central Co-op’s student discount isn’t just limited to stores. Students will also soon be able to use their Student Beans discount when ordering via Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat, offering even greater convenience during busy study periods or late evenings.
Students simply need to generate their exclusive Central Co-op Student Beans barcode and scan it in-store, or use their verified Student Beans account when ordering through delivery partners.
From study snacks and fresh sandwiches to meal solutions and household basics, the discount applies across a wide range of everyday essentials.
The Student Beans partnership forms part of Central Co-op’s broader commitment to supporting young people with food solutions that match their lifestyle - fast, convenient, healthy and great value.
Including GSN meals, offering a great-value, high-protein option for students looking for quick, healthier choices - now available in selected stores. Stores are also introducing more protein snacks and easy grab-and-go meals, with many GSN dishes available on a 3 for £10 multibuy.
And perfect for nights when cooking isn’t on the timetable, the COOK range offers high-quality frozen meals that can go from freezer to oven with minimal effort. Now in 100 stores, COOK is one of Central Co-op’s most popular premium ready-meal options - chef-prepared frozen meals perfect for students wanting something delicious with zero hassle. Best of all, COOK even offers a frozen Christmas dinner option - ideal for flatmates, student houses or anyone celebrating together without the stress (or cost) of preparing a full festive meal from scratch.
Together, GSN and COOK give students a mix of healthy, premium and convenient meal solutions alongside great value.
Central Co-op’s recently updated Membership app is also giving Members, including students who choose to join, the chance to unlock even more value this December. The Central Co-op App will feature a festive Advent Calendar, with a new prize available every day for Members, from Reward££s and big brand names to Christmas treats and essentials. The Advent Calendar builds on the gamification introduced in the new app, where Members already enjoy weekly games, missions and reward-based challenges.
In addition to daily Advent rewards, Members will benefit from super coupons every weekend in the run-up to Christmas, including five special coupons for Black Friday weekend. Offers include savings on big-name favourites like ice cream, world-food meal kits, festive drinks and more.
For further details, head to the centralcoop.co.uk/, details on becoming a Member can be found at Members.coop.
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