FOREST GARDEN LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 01771349
- Registered Address
- Unit 288 Hartlebury Trading Estate, Hartlebury, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4JB
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 454.0
- Turnover
- 88888000.0
- EBITDA
- 8419000.0
Additional Details
- Website
- https://forestgarden.co.uk
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 21 November 1983
- Nature of Business
- 16100 - Sawmilling and planing of wood
- Industries
- 0
- Region
- West Midlands
Company Location
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Financial Metrics
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 06 Feb 2024 | 45 | 22% | 53% | 26% | 4% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 49 | 20% | 53% | 26% | 5% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 26 Jan 2023 | 50 | 20% | 49% | 31% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 27 Jul 2022 | 46 | 24% | 51% | 25% | 4% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 25 Jan 2022 | 48 | 24% | 49% | 27% | 4% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 15 Jul 2021 | 49 | 18% | 61% | 22% | 6% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 22 Jan 2021 | 48 | 17% | 64% | 19% | 5% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 27 Jul 2020 | 48 | 23% | 54% | 23% | 5% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 28 Jan 2020 | 52 | 20% | 49% | 31% | 12% |
| 01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 2019 | 25 Jul 2019 | 48 | 14% | 65% | 21% | 4% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 29 Jan 2019 | 50 | 11% | 67% | 21% | 7% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 26 Jul 2018 | 54 | 16% | 58% | 26% | 6% |
Company Summary
Forest Garden Limited is a sustainable and environmentally friendly company that specializes in manufacturing and supplying garden products
The company is committed to promoting sustainability and protecting the environment through its business practices
Their sustainability program includes sourcing materials from sustainably managed forests and using eco-friendly production methods
They also have a recycling scheme for their packaging materials and encourage their customers to recycle their products at the end of their lifespan
The company offers a wide range of products including garden sheds, fencing, decking, and furniture, all made from sustainable materials such as FSC-certified timber
They also have a variety of wildlife products, such as bird boxes and insect habitats, to encourage biodiversity in gardens
The key people at Forest Garden Limited include the managing director, sales director, and operations director, all of whom have extensive experience in the garden industry
The company also has a team of knowledgeable and friendly customer service representatives who are available to assist with any inquiries
Their website, www.forestgarden.co.uk, provides detailed information about their products, sustainability efforts, and gardening tips
Customers can also place orders directly on the website or locate their nearest retailer
The registered office address of Forest Garden Limited is at Harrowden Hall, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN9 5AD
Overall, Forest Garden Limited is a reputable and environmentally conscious company, providing high-quality garden products while promoting sustainability
Company Review
Trend Analysis
The average time taken for FOREST GARDEN LIMITED to pay invoices has been decreasing over the past five periods, from 54 days in 2018 to 45 days in 2023. However, there was a slight increase in 2022 before returning to a downward trend in 2023.
Volatility Analysis
The percentage of invoices paid within 30 days has been consistently fluctuating between 11% and 24% over the past five periods. The percentage of invoices paid between 31 and 60 days has also been fluctuating, with a high of 67% in 2018 and a low of 49% in 2022. The percentage of invoices paid later than 60 days has also been fluctuating, with a high of 31% in 2019 and a low of 19% in 2020.
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
End of month plus 60 days
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
90
Dispute Resolution Process
Any disputes are resolved in consultation with the supplier. Where applicable, credits are raised or debits applied to the correct account and the invoice settled. Timescales are dependent upon supplier and interaction timeframes.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
