The Hollies, TheStop

30/07/2026

Our very own Mike Heaton was recently interviewed by BBC West Midlands – talking all about our beloved site,
The Hollies.
Have a listen to find out more about:
📜The history of The Hollies
🍽Our delicious menu
😎The original name for the truck stop …if you know, you know

23/07/2026

There’s loads that we love about Watling Street Truckstop in St Albans, and more enhancements and site developments coming soon!
⭐ Our café menu
⭐Card readers for FuelTapp
⭐The enhanced security
Have you followed our sister site Watling Street truckstop on facebook yet ? - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574506157708

21/07/2026

Five Stars for Watling Street!
Have you tried our new café at Watling Street?
We’re serving tasty, home-cooked food 7-days a week – and we’ve just received a 5-star food hygiene rating!⭐
Head down and let us know what you think of the new menu. 🍔

07/07/2026

Congratulations to David Hinds, our Hollies Heritage Day competition winner! 🎉 ​

David has been visiting The Hollies truckstop since 1973, back when it was known as ‘Greasy Lils’, right up until his retirement 12 years ago. He shared fond memories of his time spent recharging at the site, and what it meant to him throughout his long career. ​

Thanks for sharing your memories, David – we hope you enjoy your Virgin Experience vouchers!

26/06/2026

We’re about to kick off our heritage day at the Hollies!
come down to join us as we celebrate the history and heritage of our wonderful truckstop

Win prizes and come down for a free ice cream! 🍦

25/06/2026

🍽️ The Hollies Café in the news 🍽️ ​

In the run up to The Hollies Heritage Day tomorrow, the spotlight is on our much-loved onsite café, where drivers come for the renowned full English breakfasts – and stay for the friendly atmosphere. ​

As part of The Hollies Heritage Day, we’ll be putting on a full menu of classics from the café, alongside complimentary ice cream and refreshments. If you’re free tomorrow come on down to celebrate this iconic truckstop together. ​

Have you tried the famous Belly Buster Breakfast? Let us know in the comments 🍳👇

It’s a much-loved part of the community around Cannock - and has been for more than 100 years.

24/06/2026

The Hollies Heritage Day is now just 2 days away – and we can’t wait to welcome you all on Friday to celebrate! ​​

Here’s a quick reminder of what’s happening on the day, from 12-4pm: ​​

🍦 Free ice cream, stalls and giveaways ​
🎨 Mural unveiling ​
🚛 1960s vintage fuel tanker display ​
🎉 Competition winner announcement ​

See you on Friday!

23/06/2026

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This is the UK's oldest truck stop - and it is right here in the West Midlands

22/06/2026

Preparation is in full swing for The Hollies Heritage Day on 26th June!

Whether you’ve been stopping in for years or it’s your first visit, everyone’s welcome this Friday. You can catch up with fellow drivers, enjoy free ice cream and giveaways, and hear who’s won our big competition… 🎉

For nearly 100 years, The Hollies has been a regular fixture for generations of drivers, so come down and celebrate a true piece of UK haulage history, together.

See you there!