ROADCHEF DEVELOPMENT HOLDINGS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
53Fair
1.0vs last year
#3494 in UK
#194 in West Midlands

Company Information

Company Number
03745584
Registered Address
Roadchef House, Norton Canes Msa, Betty's Lane, Norton Canes, Cannock Staffordshire, WS11 9UX
Status
Active
Employee Count
532
Turnover
£37,471,000
EBITDA
£4,023,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
1 April 1999
Nature of Business
70100 - Activities of head offices
Industries
Professional Services
Region
West Midlands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
31 days
Shortest Period:45 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
42%
31-60 Days
57%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms87%

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
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202528 Jul 20253142%57%1%87%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202429 Jan 20253145%55%0%100%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202424 Jul 20243045%54%1%99%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202323 Jan 20243241%57%1%99%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202325 Jul 20233143%56%1%99%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202219 Jul 20223141%58%1%90%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202102 Feb 20223237%62%1%91%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202126 Jul 20212845%55%0%98%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202020 Jan 20213135%64%1%98%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201924 Jul 20193226%74%0%99%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201823 Jan 20193139%60%1%99%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20183327%72%1%99%

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

45 days from date of supplier invoice

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

45

Dispute Resolution Process

In the case of a dispute, a supplier can email or telephone Accounts Payable in the first instance and can expect a next working-day response.

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

Roadchef Development Holdings Limited is a UK-based company that operates motorway service areas across the country. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Cannock, Staffordshire.

The company's main focus is on providing high-quality food, drink and retail offerings to travelers on the motorway. They have a variety of restaurants, cafes, and convenience stores in their service areas, offering a range of options to suit different tastes and dietary requirements.

Roadchef is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have introduced energy-efficient lighting and equipment, as well as waste management systems to minimize their carbon footprint. They also support local communities by sourcing ingredients from local suppliers and providing employment opportunities in the areas they operate.

The company's key people include Simon Turl, the Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Fox, the Chief Financial Officer. They are supported by a team of experienced professionals who strive to provide the best service to their customers.

Roadchef's website (www.roadchef.com) provides information about their service areas, menus, and special offers. Customers can also use the website to plan their journeys and check for traffic updates.

The registered office address for Roadchef Development Holdings Limited is Roadchef Motorways Limited, Norton Canes Motorway Services Area, M6 Toll, Norton Canes, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS11 9UX.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,386,000
Net Worth
£23,674,000
Total Current Assets
£16,630,000
Total Current Liabilities
£28,141,000

Company Location