FURNITURE VILLAGE LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
40Poor
1.9vs last year
#4103 in UK
#55 in Property-related Goods And Services
#692 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
02307708
Registered Address
258 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4DX
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,213
Turnover
£348,873,000
EBITDA
£17,063,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
20 October 1988
Nature of Business
47599 - Retail of furniture, lighting, and similar (not musical instruments or scores) in specialised store
Industries
Property-related Goods And Services
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
58 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:115 days
Max Contractual:115 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
5%
31-60 Days
54%
After 60 Days
41%
Not Paid Within Terms2%

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: 2025-07-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
30 Dec 2024 - 29 Jun 202528 Jul 2025585%54%41%2%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 2024604%54%42%5%
03 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202331 Jan 2024596%53%41%6%
02 Jan 2023 - 02 Jul 202301 Aug 20235910%48%42%9%
04 Apr 2022 - 03 Jul 202201 Aug 20225716%41%43%10%
04 Oct 2021 - 03 Apr 202203 May 2022676%40%54%11%
29 Mar 2021 - 03 Oct 202125 Oct 20216010%47%43%10%
28 Sept 2020 - 28 Mar 202127 Apr 20216010%47%43%10%
01 Apr 2019 - 29 Sept 201924 Oct 2019638%41%51%11%
01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 201931 May 2019668%42%50%11%
02 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201831 May 2019666%39%55%11%

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

Furniture Village agrees terms individually with suppliers at the outset of the trading relationship and they do vary. Standard payment terms for stock suppliers are end of second month following. Standard payment terms for expense suppliers are end of month following

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

115

Dispute Resolution Process

All Suppliers are managed by designated personnel within the Accounts Payable Department and disputes in the first instance should be directed to the account owner. Escalation can be within the Finance Department or to the relevant Buyer. All stock invoices are matched to PO's and any discrepancies are directed internally initially to the relevant department for resolution. Unmatched invoices are reviewed regularly within the Finance Department. Electronic Data Interchange invoices are used where possible for stock invoices, with other stock invoices emailed to apinvoices@furniturevillage.co.uk and expense invoices to apexpinv@furniturevillage.co.uk

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

Furniture Village Limited is a British furniture retailer that was founded in 1989. They offer a wide range of furniture products, including sofas, beds, dining room sets, and home accessories.

The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have a dedicated sustainability team that works towards reducing waste, using sustainable materials, and promoting eco-friendly practices throughout their supply chain.

Furniture Village Limited also offers a range of sustainable products, including furniture made from recycled materials and FSC-certified wood. They also have a recycling scheme in place, where customers can return their old furniture for recycling when purchasing new items.

The key people at Furniture Village Limited include the CEO, Peter Harrison, and the Chairman, Peter Goldstein. The company's registered office address is at 258 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire SL1 4DX.

Their website, furniturevillage.co.uk, is a one-stop-shop for all their products and services. It also provides information on their sustainability efforts and ways for customers to get involved.

In conclusion, Furniture Village Limited is a leading furniture retailer in the UK that not only offers high-quality products but also prioritizes sustainability. Their commitment to reducing their environmental impact and offering sustainable options makes them a responsible and ethical choice for consumers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£48,549,000
Net Worth
£33,730,000
Total Current Assets
£132,189,000
Total Current Liabilities
£126,170,000

Company Location