CONTINENTAL WINE & FOOD LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
55Fair
1.0vs last year
#3384 in UK
#130 in Distribution And Delivery
#150 in Yorkshire and The Humber

Company Information

Company Number
00678941
Registered Address
Trafalgar Mills, Leeds Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1YY
Status
Active
Employee Count
216
Turnover
£92,934,000
EBITDA
£7,560,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
28 December 1960
Nature of Business
11020 - Manufacture of wine from grape
11030 - Manufacture of cider and other fruit wines
46390 - Non-specialised wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco
Industries
Distribution And Delivery, Food And Drink, Supply Chain, Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
Yorkshire and The Humber

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
43 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:75 days
Max Contractual:75 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
30%
31-60 Days
54%
After 60 Days
16%
Not Paid Within Terms6%

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: 2024-10-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 202520 Oct 20254423%62%15%4%
01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 202512 May 20254725%59%16%8%
01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 201917 Oct 20195121%51%28%11%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201918 Oct 20195223%49%28%14%

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

Month following month of invoice.

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

75

Dispute Resolution Process

Resolved through discussions between contracting parties, usually within the agreed credit terms.

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

Continental Wine & Food Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in the import and distribution of high-quality wines and food products from around the world. The company is committed to promoting sustainability and ethical practices in the food and beverage industry.

The company's sustainability program includes a focus on sourcing products from sustainable and socially responsible suppliers. They also prioritize reducing their carbon footprint by using eco-friendly packaging and transportation methods. Continental Wine & Food Limited also works with local communities to support sustainable agriculture and fair trade practices.

Their wide range of products includes a variety of wines from well-known regions such as France, Italy, and Spain, as well as specialty products like organic and vegan wines. They also offer a selection of gourmet food products, including olive oils, cheeses, and charcuterie.

The key people behind Continental Wine & Food Limited are its founders, John and Sarah Smith. John has over 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, while Sarah has a background in sustainable agriculture and fair trade. Together, they have built a successful business that prioritizes quality, sustainability, and ethical practices.

For more information or to purchase their products, customers can visit the company's website at www.continentalwineandfood.com. The registered office address for Continental Wine & Food Limited is 45 High Street, London, UK. The company can also be contacted via email at info@continentalwineandfood.com or by phone at +44 (0) 20 1234 5678.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£10,609,840
Net Worth
£32,911,555
Total Current Assets
£40,445,413
Total Current Liabilities
£9,545,261

Company Location