FRANK ROBERTS & SONS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
34Poor
0.3vs last year
#4284 in UK
#90 in Food And Drink
#345 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
00170133
Registered Address
Rudheath, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 7RQ
Status
Active
Employee Count
683
Turnover
£76,076,000
EBITDA
-£32,640,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
8 September 1920
Nature of Business
10710 - Manufacture of bread; manufacture of fresh pastry goods and cakes
Industries
Food And Drink, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
55 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:75 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
7%
31-60 Days
55%
After 60 Days
38%
Not Paid Within Terms39%

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: 2024-03-26
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Mar 2025 - 30 Aug 202508 Sept 2025569%51%40%43%
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202520 May 2025567%54%39%45%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202426 Mar 2024557%55%38%39%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202326 Oct 2023559%65%25%64%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202303 Apr 20234330%61%9%27%
01 Apr 2022 - 31 Aug 202206 Oct 20225214%75%10%36%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202230 Mar 20224236%58%6%6%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202112 Oct 20214925%66%9%8%
30 Aug 2020 - 28 Feb 202122 Mar 20215211%86%3%5%
01 Mar 2020 - 29 Aug 202004 Sept 20205211%86%3%8%
01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 202003 Mar 20205210%86%4%11%
01 Sept 2018 - 02 Mar 201927 Mar 2019548%86%6%11%

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

Section 9 of our terms and conditions (https://www.robertsbakery.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/) states that invoices will be paid within 60 days of receipt of a valid invoice - we do however endeavour to pay invoices within 60 days of the invoice date.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

Any payment disputes should be directed to accountspayable@frank-roberts.co.uk, through the switchboard on 01606 41122 or to Accounts Payable, Frank Roberts & Sons Ltd, Lichfield House, Gadbrook Park, Northwich, CW9 7RQ. We aim to respond to any payment disputes within 48 hours of receipt.

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

FRANK ROBERTS & SONS LIMITED is a family-owned bakery and food distribution company based in Cheshire, England. They have been in operation since 1887 and are committed to producing high-quality, sustainable products for their customers.

Their sustainability program focuses on reducing their carbon footprint, promoting responsible sourcing of ingredients, and minimizing food waste. They have implemented energy-efficient practices in their production facilities and use renewable energy sources whenever possible. They also work closely with their suppliers to ensure ethical and sustainable sourcing of ingredients.

FRANK ROBERTS & SONS LIMITED offers a wide range of bakery products, including bread, rolls, pastries, and cakes, under their own brand as well as private label for major retailers. They also have a foodservice division that supplies baked goods to cafes, restaurants, and other food establishments.

The company is led by the fourth and fifth generation of the Roberts family, with Jonathan Roberts as the Managing Director and David Roberts as the Chairman. They are committed to maintaining the company's legacy of quality and sustainability.

Customers can contact FRANK ROBERTS & SONS LIMITED through their website, which also provides information about their products, sustainability efforts, and company history. The registered office address is Roberts Bakery, Gadbrook Way, Gadbrook Park, Northwich, Cheshire CW9 7RA. Overall, FRANK ROBERTS & SONS LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable company that continues to provide delicious baked goods to its customers while prioritizing environmental responsibility.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,386,000
Net Worth
£19,775,000
Total Current Assets
£25,451,000
Total Current Liabilities
£21,828,000

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