FORTNUM & MASON PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY

PaymentCheck Score 2025
54Fair
4.2vs last year
#3383 in UK
#141 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#1278 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00084909
Registered Address
181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,021
Turnover
£208,638,000
EBITDA
£15,527,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Public limited Company
Incorporated On
10 June 1905
Nature of Business
47190 - Other retail sale in non-specialised stores
56101 - Licensed restaurants
56302 - Public houses and bars
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
36 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
34%
31-60 Days
60%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms78%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-11
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
15 Jan 2025 - 13 Jul 202514 Oct 20254147%46%7%64%
15 Jul 2024 - 14 Jan 202511 Aug 20253634%60%6%78%
15 Jul 2024 - 14 Jan 202507 Feb 20253535%60%5%77%
10 Jul 2023 - 09 Jan 202405 Feb 20243449%47%4%62%
11 Jan 2023 - 09 Jul 202310 Aug 20233733%62%5%68%
11 Jul 2022 - 10 Jan 202303 Feb 20233929%63%9%71%
12 Jan 2022 - 10 Jul 202210 Aug 20223832%61%7%70%
12 Jul 2021 - 11 Jan 202204 Feb 20224023%70%7%77%
13 Jan 2021 - 11 Jul 202112 Aug 20213528%64%8%74%
13 Jul 2020 - 12 Jan 202119 Feb 20213917%75%8%81%
15 Jan 2020 - 12 Jul 202011 Aug 20203642%51%7%50%
15 Jul 2019 - 14 Jan 202013 Feb 20203939%52%9%46%
16 Jul 2018 - 15 Jan 201918 Feb 20192857%39%4%28%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

As per the terms and agreements in place for the type of goods and services supplied.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Any disputed payments should be raised with your business contact and the finance department for resolution.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

Fortnum & Mason Public Limited Company is a British luxury retailer founded in 1707, known for its high-quality food, beverage, and gift products. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.

Their sustainability program includes reducing plastic packaging, sourcing ingredients from sustainable and ethical suppliers, and implementing energy-efficient practices in their stores and warehouses. They also have a recycling program for their packaging materials and offer customers the option to return used packaging for reuse.

Fortnum & Mason offers a wide range of products, including teas, coffees, chocolates, biscuits, wines, and spirits. They also have a variety of hampers and gift sets, making it a popular choice for special occasions and corporate gifts.

The company is led by a team of key people, including the Chairman, CEO, and Director of Buying and Merchandising. Their website, www.fortnumandmason.com, provides information on their products, services, and sustainability efforts. Customers can also purchase products online and find contact information for their customer service team.

The registered office address for Fortnum & Mason is 181 Piccadilly, London, W1A 1ER, United Kingdom. With a rich history and commitment to sustainability, Fortnum & Mason continues to be a top choice for luxury goods in the UK and around the world.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£21,347,000
Net Worth
£55,593,000
Total Current Assets
£55,296,000
Total Current Liabilities
£29,490,000

Company Location