SOCIAL CELLAR (GAMMA) LIMITED maintains an average payment time of 26 days, comfortably within standard 30-day terms, with 81% of payments settled within that window. The remaining 19% fall within the 31–60 day bracket, and no payments extend beyond 60 days, suggesting a controlled, if imperfect, payment cycle. Overall, the payment trajectory indicates a company that broadly honours its obligations within a reasonable timeframe.
Despite the acceptable average payment speed, a late payment rate of 42% signals notable inconsistency in payment behaviour, meaning nearly half of all invoices are not settled on agreed terms. This disconnect between the average payment time and the high late rate suggests that while most delays are short in duration, they occur with significant frequency. Suppliers should expect irregular cash flow from this account rather than consistent, on-time settlement.
SOCIAL CELLAR (GAMMA) LIMITED presents a moderate payment risk profile — payments are unlikely to be severely delayed, but late payment is a recurring pattern that suppliers should actively plan for. The 42% late payment rate warrants caution, particularly for suppliers with tight cash flow requirements. Risk mitigation measures such as shorter agreed payment terms, proactive invoice chasing, or modest credit limits are advisable before extending significant trade credit.
| 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 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | 30 Apr 2026 | 26 | 81% | 19% | 0% | 42% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Standard payment terms are 60 days from invoice date.
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
60
Any invoice disputes are initially dealt with within the dedicated accounts payable department. The invoice will be placed on hold and passed to the area of the business that was responsible for ordering the goods or service to resolve direct with the supplier. Once resolved and a credit received, the invoice will be paid, once due, on the next payment run.
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
Social Cellar (Gamma) Limited is a UK-registered company whose registered business activity is public houses and bars. Companies House filings show it has been under the control of Stonegate Pub Company entities, with Stonegate Entity 2 Limited notified as a person with significant control from January 2024, indicating it operates as part of the Stonegate pub group. A registered charge references a freehold property known as the Albany Hotel in Bexley, suggesting this entity holds or operates licensed premises linked to that address. The company files consolidated accounts through its parent company and remains active, incorporated in April 2019 and based in Solihull.
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