HOBBYCRAFT TRADING LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
48Poor
4.9vs last year
#3757 in UK
#190 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
00806269
Registered Address
7 Enterprise Way Aviation Park, Bournemouth International Airport, Hurn, Christchurch Dorset, BH23 6HG
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,515
Turnover
£215,951,000
EBITDA
-£2,435,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
22 May 1964
Nature of Business
47789 - Other retail sale of new goods in specialised stores (not commercial art galleries and opticians)
Industries
Supply Chain
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
61 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:120 days
Max Contractual:120 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
11%
31-60 Days
32%
After 60 Days
57%
Not Paid Within Terms6%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✓ Yes
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: 2023-09-12
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
17 Feb 2025 - 17 Aug 202509 Oct 20254417%27%56%8%
19 Aug 2024 - 16 Feb 202518 Mar 20256011%35%54%4%
21 Aug 2023 - 18 Feb 202414 Mar 20245512%39%49%4%
20 Feb 2023 - 20 Aug 202312 Sept 20236111%32%57%6%
22 Aug 2022 - 19 Feb 202316 Mar 20236410%32%58%4%
21 Feb 2022 - 21 Aug 202214 Sept 2022659%32%59%7%
23 Aug 2021 - 20 Feb 202207 Mar 2022639%34%57%5%
22 Feb 2021 - 22 Aug 202117 Sept 20216711%32%57%21%
17 Aug 2020 - 21 Feb 202124 May 20217511%25%64%19%
17 Feb 2020 - 16 Aug 202011 Sept 20208412%12%76%75%
19 Aug 2019 - 16 Feb 202018 Mar 2020659%25%66%6%
18 Feb 2019 - 18 Aug 201910 Sept 2019648%26%66%8%
19 Aug 2018 - 17 Feb 201918 Mar 20196311%24%65%5%
19 Feb 2018 - 19 Aug 201803 Sept 2018684%19%77%4%

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

Hobbycraft’s standard contractual payment terms range from End of Month (EOM) + 30 days to EOM + 120 days dependent on agreement with each supplier. It is Hobbycraft’s policy to always pay invoices by their due date. This is sometimes not possible, for example, where the invoice is submitted late or there is a query over the quality or quantity of the goods or services provided.

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

No

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

120

Dispute Resolution Process

In the event of a dispute relating to payment of an invoice the supplier should telephone or e-mail the Accounts Payable team with full details of their query. Queries are dealt with by a member of the Accounts Payable team, who will address the issues raised and respond with an e-mail or phone call. The Accounts Payable team aims to resolve a dispute within 5 working days. This may involve correction of bank, VAT registration or purchase order details as required. If the query has not been resolved satisfactorily, it can be escalated to the Purchase Ledger Manager, the Head of Finance or ultimately the CFO, if required.

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

HOBBYCRAFT TRADING LIMITED is a British company that specializes in providing a wide range of crafting supplies and materials. Founded in 1995, the company has grown to become one of the leading retailers of craft products in the UK.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact by sourcing sustainable materials and implementing eco-friendly practices in their operations. They also support various charities and community projects, with a focus on promoting creativity and wellbeing through crafting.

HOBBYCRAFT offers a vast selection of products, including art supplies, knitting and sewing materials, home decor items, and DIY kits. They also provide online tutorials and workshops to help customers develop their crafting skills.

The key people behind HOBBYCRAFT TRADING LIMITED are CEO Dominic Jordan, who has been with the company since 2004, and Chairman Peter King, who joined in 2010. They lead a team of over 1,500 employees across their 90 stores nationwide.

For more information on their products and services, customers can visit their website at www.hobbycraft.co.uk. The company's registered office address is at 7 Enterprise Way, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6HG. With their commitment to sustainability and passion for crafting, HOBBYCRAFT TRADING LIMITED continues to be a go-to destination for all things creative in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£32,313,000
Net Worth
£55,477,000
Total Current Assets
£82,865,000
Total Current Liabilities
£39,686,000

Company Location