DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
23Very Poor
2.9vs last year
#4407 in UK
#230 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#217 in Scotland

Company Information

Company Number
SC010975
Registered Address
Melville Nurseries, Lasswade, Midlothian, Scotland, EH18 1AZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
3,736
Turnover
£278,682,000
EBITDA
-£65,199,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
18 February 1920
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment,Property,Infrastructure And Construction
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
81 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
13%
31-60 Days
21%
After 60 Days
66%
Not Paid Within Terms48%

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: 2025-03-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 202525 Mar 20258113%21%66%48%
01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 202426 Mar 2024848%21%71%73%
01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 202301 Oct 2023873%56%41%80%
01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 202327 Mar 20231271%10%89%90%
01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 202227 Sept 2022994%27%69%92%
01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 202218 Apr 2022985%22%73%95%
01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 202130 Sept 20211156%22%72%97%
01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 202131 Mar 2021954%22%74%93%
02 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 202030 Sept 20201096%18%76%80%
26 Aug 2018 - 24 Feb 201926 Mar 2019854%23%73%85%

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

60 days from end of month in which invoice is raised

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

Dispute Resolution Process

Suppliers should contact Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd on 0131 374 6748 or accounts.payable@dobbies.com or write Accounts Payable Department, Melville Nursery, Lasswade, EH18 1AZ

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

DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED is a leading garden centre chain in the UK, with over 69 stores across the country. They offer a wide range of gardening and outdoor living products, as well as a variety of services such as plant advice and landscaping.

The company is committed to sustainability and has a comprehensive sustainability program in place. They strive to reduce their environmental impact by using renewable energy sources, implementing recycling programs, and sourcing products from sustainable suppliers.

DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED is known for their high-quality plants and gardening products, with a focus on British-grown and locally sourced items. They also offer a variety of outdoor furniture, BBQs, and decor to enhance the outdoor living experience.

The key people at DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED include CEO Graeme Jenkins and Chairman Andrew Bracey. They are supported by a team of experienced garden experts and staff who provide excellent customer service.

To get in touch with DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED, customers can visit their website at www.dobbies.com. The company's registered office address is in Edinburgh, Scotland. Overall, DOBBIES GARDEN CENTRES LIMITED is a reputable and sustainable garden centre chain, providing customers with high-quality products and services.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£20,525,000
Net Worth
£5,170,000
Total Current Assets
£73,930,000
Total Current Liabilities
£177,546,000

Company Location