HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
99Excellent
0.4vs last year
#100 in UK
#3 in Travel And Transportation
#1 in North East

Company Information

Company Number
01990682
Registered Address
Gilbridge House, Keel Square, Sunderland, England, SR1 3HA
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,197
Turnover
£423,488,000
EBITDA
£48,922,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
18 February 1986
Nature of Business
79110 - Travel agency activities
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
North East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
10 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:38 days
Max Contractual:38 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
100%
31-60 Days
0%
After 60 Days
0%
Not Paid Within Terms1%

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: 2024-11-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Nov 2024 - 30 Apr 202503 Jul 2025899%1%0%1%
01 Nov 2023 - 30 Apr 202427 Jun 2024798%2%0%1%
01 May 2023 - 31 Oct 202330 Nov 20238100%0%0%1%
01 Nov 2022 - 30 Apr 202330 May 2023799%1%0%0%
01 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202208 Jun 20223889%8%3%2%
01 May 2021 - 31 Oct 202103 Dec 20212781%17%1%1%
01 Nov 2020 - 30 Apr 202113 Dec 20211583%16%1%0%
01 May 2020 - 31 Oct 202009 Apr 20211294%5%1%1%
01 Nov 2019 - 30 Apr 202009 Apr 20219100%0%0%0%
01 Nov 2018 - 30 Apr 201910 Jun 20191879%20%1%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

We generally do not have standard payment terms for our holidays supplier. It is the supplier who defines the standard payment terms.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

We have payment requests from holidays suppliers based on a certain amount of days before (packages, flights, cruises) or after (accommodation, transfers) the holiday takes place. The payment terms that we are reporting here is the difference between the date of the statement and the date of payment.

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

38

Dispute Resolution Process

Our supplier payments team checks internally with both our systems and branches any difference to the statement value sent by the supplier. If the supplier value is verified we pay the amount due. If the supplier value is not correct, the team will get in touch with the supplier to try and resolve the query before the next statement is issued by the supplier.

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

HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED is a UK-based travel company that offers a wide range of services and products to its customers. The company was founded in 1980 and has since grown to become one of the largest independent travel agencies in the country.

The main activities of HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED include providing holiday packages, flights, accommodation, and other travel-related services to its clients. The company also offers a variety of sustainable and eco-friendly travel options, such as carbon offsetting and responsible tourism initiatives.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing its carbon footprint, promoting sustainable tourism, and supporting local communities in the destinations they operate in. HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED also works closely with their suppliers and partners to ensure ethical and environmentally friendly practices are upheld.

The key people in HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED include its founder and Managing Director, John Hays, and its Chief Operating Officer, Irene Hays. They have a team of experienced and dedicated travel experts who are committed to providing high-quality services to their customers.

The company's website address is www.haystravel.co.uk, where customers can easily browse and book their travel arrangements. The registered office address is HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED, 25 Vine Place, Sunderland, SR1 3NA, United Kingdom.

In conclusion, HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable travel company that offers a wide range of services and products, with a focus on promoting responsible and ethical practices. With its dedicated team of professionals and commitment to sustainability, the company continues to be a top choice for travelers in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£349,855,000
Net Worth
£68,697,000
Total Current Assets
£402,903,000
Total Current Liabilities
£354,437,000

Company Location