Keele Services on the M6
Keele is close to Newcastle-under-Lyme and the Potteries, roughly halfway between Birmingham and Manchester.
| Where | M6, between Junctions 15 and 16 |
| Which side | A site on each side, with a bridge between them |
| Operator | Welcome Break |
Who Runs Keele Services
Keele is run by Welcome Break. The fast-food counters are on the bridge over the motorway, reached by steps from either side, so drivers in both directions can use them. Welcome Break lists its brands for the whole site rather than side by side. Keele also has Tesla and GRIDSERVE chargers, and Calor gas on the southbound forecourt.
Food and Shops at Keele Services
| Outlet | What it sells | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Burgers, fries, chicken and breakfasts | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| KFC | Fried chicken, burgers, wraps and fries | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Starbucks | Coffee, tea, pastries and sandwiches | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Starbucks Drive-Thru | Starbucks coffee without leaving the car | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Subway | Made-to-order sub rolls and salads | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Taco Bell | Tacos, burritos and other Mexican-style food | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Chopstix | Noodles, rice and Asian-style dishes | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| The Good Breakfast | Cooked breakfasts | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Waitrose & Partners | A food shop: sandwiches, snacks, drinks and groceries | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| WHSmith | Newspapers, magazines, books, snacks, drinks and travel essentials | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Krispy Kreme | Doughnuts (sold in WHSmith at Moto sites) | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Toys R Us | Toys and games | On the site (Welcome Break does not say which side) |
| Fuel | Welcome Break forecourt |
|---|---|
| Hotel | Not confirmed |
| EV charging | Tesla Supercharger and GRIDSERVE Electric Highway |
Got a Favourite? The Next One Along the M6
Some drivers would rather wait for a particular brand. This table shows whether you can get it at Keele, and the next M6 services where you can, in each direction.
| Brand | At Keele | Next heading north | Next heading south |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Yes | Knutsford (J18–J19) | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) |
| McDonald's | No | Sandbach (J16–J17) | Stafford (J14–J15) |
| KFC | Yes | Knutsford (J18–J19) | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) |
| Greggs | No | Knutsford (J18–J19) | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) |
| Pret | No | Knutsford (J18–J19) | Stafford (J14–J15) |
| Costa | No | Sandbach (J16–J17) | Stafford (J14–J15) |
| M&S Food | No | Knutsford (J18–J19) | Hilton Park (J10A–J11) |
| Starbucks | Yes | Charnock Richard (J27–J28) | Corley (J3–J3A) |
| Subway | Yes | Charnock Richard (J27–J28) | Corley (J3–J3A) |
| Waitrose & Partners | Yes | Charnock Richard (J27–J28) | Corley (J3–J3A) |
From the operator’s own website, checked against motorwayservices.uk, on 16/10/2026. Claims such as awards and opening hours are the operator’s own. Outlets and opening hours change, so check with the operator if you are relying on one. Sources: welcomebreak.co.uk · motorwayservices.uk
Worth Knowing
Keele opened in 1963, which makes it one of the oldest service areas on the M6.
The Nearest Services Either Side
Heading south, the next stop you can use is Stafford (between Junctions 14 and 15). Heading north, the next stop you can use is Sandbach (between Junctions 16 and 17). See all M6 services for the full list, from Rugby to the border.
Check the M6 Before You Stop
A quick look at the latest M6 traffic news tells you whether there is a closure or queue between you and Keele. You can also check M6 roadworks, M6 accidents and M6 closures tonight.