HAMLEYS OF LONDON LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
72Fair
2.1vs last year
#2294 in UK
#83 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#954 in London

Company Information

Company Number
02287862
Registered Address
Greencoat House 4 Floor Suite A, Francis Street, London, United Kingdom, SW1P 1DH
Status
Active
Employee Count
470
Turnover
£50,825,000
EBITDA
£4,241,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
17 August 1988
Nature of Business
46900 - Non-specialised wholesale trade
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
37 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
64%
31-60 Days
30%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms11%

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: 2025-01-29
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20254164%29%7%13%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20253764%30%6%11%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20244155%31%13%28%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202331 Jul 20236551%30%19%38%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202201 Aug 20224061%23%16%39%
03 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20214761%17%22%39%
28 Jun 2020 - 02 Jan 202129 Jan 20217427%32%41%63%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20185220%50%30%59%

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

The standard payment terms are 30 days . However variations to these terms do exist based on agreement with certain suppliers.

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

All suppliers have our accounts payable email address to raise any concern. If a supplier have any dispute to resolve the first instance they will contact the accounts payable team directly. If the dispute is not straight forward to resolve it will be escalated to the more senior members of the Finance team or the relevant contact within the business. Stock suppliers will normally contact our Buying and Merchandising team who normally looks after those accounts.

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

Hamleys of London Limited is a renowned toy store located in London, United Kingdom. The company was founded in 1760 and has been delighting children and families for over 260 years. Their flagship store is located on Regent Street, and they also have stores in various cities across the UK and internationally.

The company offers a wide range of toys, games, and entertainment products for children of all ages. From traditional wooden toys to the latest technology-based products, Hamleys has something for everyone. They also have a specialty department for collectible toys and a dedicated section for licensed merchandise from popular TV shows and movies.

In addition to their products, Hamleys is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have a recycling program for packaging materials and encourage customers to bring in their old toys for donation or recycling. The company also uses renewable energy sources in their stores and has a goal to become carbon neutral in the near future.

Key people in the company include their CEO, Ralph Cunningham, and their Chief Operating Officer, Jenny Costa. They are supported by a team of dedicated employees who strive to provide the best experience for their customers.

For more information about their products and services, customers can visit their website at www.hamleys.com. The registered office address for Hamleys of London Limited is at 2 Foubert's Place, London, W1F 7PA. With their long-standing history and commitment to sustainability, Hamleys continues to be a beloved destination for families and a leader in the toy industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£3,595,000
Net Worth
-£24,919,000
Total Current Assets
£20,258,000
Total Current Liabilities
£48,887,000

Company Location