The Wholesale Group achieves growth of over 2%

The Wholesale Group’s retail board with sponsors of the Charity Golf Day.

In the year to date, The Wholesale Group has seen value growth of 2.47% and volume growth of 2.13%.

“We’re absolutely delighted that we are delivering on our promises to achieve growth for both members and suppliers,” said Tom Gittins, joint managing director.

“At our launch, we announced that The Wholesale Group was the buying group the sector needs, and we are delighted to provide an efficient, powerful route to market for suppliers, while celebrating and championing the incredible family businesses that make up our membership.”

The figures were announced at the group’s first Charity Golf Day which took place on 10 June at The Rushmore Golf Club. Non-golfers had the opportunity to enjoy a clay pigeon shoot. The event also included a meeting of The Wholesale Group’s retail board at the 12th century King John’s House, situated within the Rushmore Estate.

Feedback from suppliers was positive. Gavin Simpson of Carlsberg Britvic said: “This event was a fantastic opportunity to network with key wholesalers, reviewing a fantastic start to the year and planning for the second half of the year. The Wholesale Group events are always meticulously planned which makes it easy for us to gain the most value from time away from the desk.”

Members agreed that the event was beneficial. Ryan Torrible of North West Teas said: “We had a fantastic time in Dorset this week for The Wholesale Group event. The one-to-one business sessions were really well timed so that we can ensure we maximise opportunities for the rest of the year, while I enjoyed my first attempt at clay pigeon shooting, something I hope to do more of in the future,” he said.

The event raised £15,000 for The Eloise & Katie Memorial Trust, a charity supporting projects across the UK for disadvantaged young people.

The Wholesale Group will host its Foodservice Fair in Stratford upon Avon on 11 September 2025 and its annual conference in Tenerife on 9-12 October.