The story behind this unique McDonald's branch
The original sketch for the proposed McDonald's in 1999 In 1999, McDonald’s submitted a planning application to the then West Dorset District Council to erect a number of branded signs, no entry signs, disabled parking bay signs and non-illuminated litter signs around the building and car park. The fast-food giant, which was celebrating its 25th anniversary in the UK, wanted to mark the occasion by expanding its food empire in Dorset. And where better than being a stone’s throw away from Prince Charles’ town of Poundbury. The plans wanted to install branded signage around the si...