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List of Wholesale companies in England

Tamtam tracks 154 Wholesale companies headquartered in England. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Mercado, Booker and Dental Directory. Their median headcount is 276. Half of them were founded in 1971 or later. The most common headquarters are London (5), Birmingham (3) and Knutsford (2).

馃嚞馃嚙 England50 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

These are large and mid-sized wholesale companies based in England, primarily focusing on distribution across various sectors. The list includes businesses like Mercado, the largest flooring distributor in the UK, and Booker, a leading UK food and drink wholesaler. Edmundson Electrical Ltd is noted as the UK's largest electrical wholesaler, while AAH Pharmaceuticals specializes in pharmaceutical and healthcare product distribution. Dental Directory supplies specialist products for dental and beauty markets, and LWC Drinks is the UK's largest independent wholesaler of beers, wines, and spirits.

A notable pattern among these companies is their long-standing presence, with several businesses having been founded before the mid-20th century. For example, Edmundson Electrical Ltd was founded in 1801, Spicers in 1796, and Bunzl UK and Ireland in 1854. This indicates a sector with established and enduring enterprises.

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1
Mercadomercado.co.uk

The company is the largest flooring distributor in the UK, with multiple distribution centers enabling next day delivery of various flooring products

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Coleshill 8,917 1925
2
Bookerbookergroupjobs.co.uk

Leading UK food and drink wholesaler with nationwide distribution centres, cash and carry branches, serving pubs, restaurants, hotels, and convenience stores.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Wellingborough 3,094 n/a
3
Dental Directoryddgroup.com

A leading supplier of specialist products, equipment, and support services for dental and beauty markets, serving thousands of practices and clinics across the UK and ROI

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Witham 2,128 1971
4
Edmundson Electrical Ltdedmundson-electrical.co.uk

The UK's largest electrical wholesaler with over 200 years of history, offering a wide range of products, expert advice, and nationwide delivery services

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Knutsford 1,845 1801
5
AAH Pharmaceuticalsaah.co.uk

Leading UK wholesaler and distributor of pharmaceutical and healthcare products to pharmacy, hospitals, and doctors, providing a full range of healthcare solutions nationwide

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Coventry 1,236 1922
6
Bestway Wholesalebestwaygroup.co.uk

Largest UK trade-only retailer offering diverse career opportunities across finance, marketing, logistics, communications, and various industry sectors.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 London 1,167 1976
7
YESSS Electricalyesss.co.uk

Leading electrical wholesaler with ninety-five branches across United Kingdom and Europe providing knowledgeable service and dedicated delivery drivers for professional trade supplies.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Normanton 988 n/a
8
Morrisons Dailymorrisonsdaily.co.uk

A Yorkshire-based food retailer and wholesaler with supermarkets and convenience stores across the UK, offering own brand products and franchise opportunities

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Bradford 933 n/a
9
Bunzl UK and Irelandbunzl.com

International specialist distribution and services group providing essential business solutions, products, and sustainable value for customers across multiple global sectors and local communities.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 London 833 1854
10
LWC Drinkslwc-drinks.co.uk

The company is the largest independent wholesaler in the UK, offering a wide range of beers, wines, and spirits to on-trade customers with expert support services

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Manchester 777 1979
11
Nisbetsnisbets.co.uk

It is a multi-national provider of foodservice equipment and consumables, serving the hospitality sector with a wide product portfolio.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Avonmouth 759 1983
12
Spicersspicers.co.uk

The company provides trusted solutions to dealers in the UK and Ireland, combining technology with genuine relationships for efficient and reliable service

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Ashton-under-Lyne 717 1796
13
Smiths News plcsmithsnews.co.uk

distributes newspapers and magazines to retailers and newsagents across the UK, operating a large network of distribution centres.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Swindon 662 n/a
14
Midwich Group plcmidwichgroupplc.com

Specializes in audiovisual technology solutions, product distribution, system design, marketing, financing, and support to connect manufacturers and customers worldwide.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Diss 575 1979
15
Headlam Group plcheadlamgroup.com

Leading floorcoverings distributor in Europe, connecting suppliers with trade customers through an extensive distribution network for diverse products across residential and commercial sectors

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Birmingham 573 1992
16
Bunzl plcbunzl.com

specialist distribution service supplying a broad range of internationally sourced non-food products across multiple market sectors in over 30 countries

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 London 560 n/a
17
Flowtechflowtech.co.uk

A premier catalogue provider of Fluid Power products in the UK and Ireland, delivering exceptional customer service, diverse product ranges, and reliable next day delivery

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Skelmersdale 390 1983
18
Smith Brothers Stores Ltdsbs.co.uk

A UK-based independent merchant specializing in supplying pipework, valves, air conditioning, and related products to the commercial and industrial mechanical services sector

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Leicester 337 1897
19
CDOcdo.uk.com

A wholesale distributor specializing in ambient products, offering a one-stop shop with expert service, weekly sales rep visits, and fast delivery within 48 hours

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Witney 333 2001
20
PHOENIX Healthcare Distribution Ltdphoenixmedical.co.uk

A national pharmaceutical wholesaler with UK-wide coverage, providing high quality supply chain services and innovative solutions to healthcare partners

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Runcorn 309 n/a
21
RKW Limitedrkwltd.com

A leading European distributor of SDA electricals and housewares, offering top brands at exceptional value with a vast product range

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Stoke-on-Trent 304 1989
22
Bunzl Greenhamgreenham.com

A leading UK safety and workplace supplier offering PPE, cleaning supplies, and sustainable solutions to improve customer wellbeing and safety

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Isleworth 294 1869
23
Toolbanktoolbankservices.com

Toolbank is a leading distributor of tools, accessories, and hardware products in the UK & Ireland, offering over 30,000 products from top brands to various markets

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Greenhithe 290 1972
24
FPS Distribution Ltdallianceautomotive.co.uk

A longstanding distribution company with a diverse product portfolio serving Automotive, Maintenance & Accessory, and Retail sectors across the UK

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Stratford-upon-Avon 282 1934
25
BOOKER RETAIL PARTNERS (GB) LIMITEDbooker.co.uk

Wholesale supplier to independent retailers under multiple brands, serving over 5000 UK stores with a 140-year history.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Wellingborough 276 n/a

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26
Batleys Ltdbestwaywholesale.co.uk

The company is a part of a large wholesale group in the UK, providing support and competitive prices to independent retailers and foodservice businesses

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 London 260 n/a
27
Pricecheck Brand Partnerspricecheck.uk.com

An international wholesaler and distributor of fast-moving consumer goods, offering a full supply chain solution and exporting to 100+ countries since 1978

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Sheffield 230 1978
28
Draper Toolsdrapertools.com

A family-owned company founded in 1919, dedicated to providing exceptional service and quality tools to customers for over a century

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Chandler's Ford 223 1919
29
sfd.sfd.co

A global business group consisting of sfd, Nude, and Our House, offering personalized design solutions for retail brands and department stores

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Watford 218 1998
30
Wood Fruitticher Food Servicewoodfruitticher.com

An independent food service distributor serving restaurants, schools, and healthcare facilities across seven states with quality products, unbeatable service, and proactive advice

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Birmingham 214 1913
31
Dhamecha Groupdhamecha.com

A family-owned business with nine depots around London and the Midlands, supplying a wide range of products to Independent Retailers and operating an export operation

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Wembley 214 1976
32
Gardiner Bros & Co (Leathers) Ltdgardinerbros.co.uk

A family-run distributor of leading lifestyle and safety footwear and workwear, offering a huge product range, single size ordering, new products, and efficient service worldwide

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Gloucester 201 1860
33
Medlock Electrical Distributorsmedlocks.co.uk

A leading independent wholesale group in the UK with rapid growth, expanding from 23 to 44 branches in 6 years Branches in Ireland, Scotland, and the Lake District

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Waltham Cross 192 1910
34
Eyre & Ellistoneyreandelliston.co.uk

A well-established UK electrical wholesaler with 62 branches, serving regions from Dorset to Cumbria since 1936

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Chesterfield 190 1934
35
kffkff.co.uk

Local wholesaler offering flexible, reliable service and supporting local suppliers to provide quality and comprehensive range to customers

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Aylesford 189 1962
36
IG Design Group UKigdesigngroup.uk

A global manufacturer and distributor of celebrations, stationery, creative play, and gifting products, with a focus on design excellence and innovation

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Newport Pagnell 172 1971
37
Appleby Westward Group Limitedapplebywestward.co.uk

A wholesaler for SPAR stores in the west country, offering distribution services, retail funding, and operating its own SPAR branded convenience stores

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Saltash 168 1984
38
PMS Internationalb2b.pmsinternational.com

Importer and wholesale distributor of a wide range of everyday value products including toys, household items, garden and pet supplies, gadgets, gifts, and more

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Basildon 163 1979
39
Oak Tyres UK Ltdoaktyres.co.uk

Industry-leading supplier of a wide range of tyres and associated products to the fast-fit industry Emphasis on customer service and value

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Newton-le-Willows 163 1980
40
PenCarrie Ltdpencarrie.com

A trusted UK B2B wholesale distributor of clothing and accessories for printers, decorators, and embroiderers, offering enduring classics and trendy styles

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Willand 154 1991
41
Alan Howard Ltd.alanhoward.co.uk

A leading UK professional Hair and Beauty supplier, supporting professionals since 1973 with trusted brands, education, tools, and business support

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Stockport 150 1973
42
Sykes Seafoodsykesseafood.com

Supplies frozen seafood, offering daily national delivery with cold store picking and dispatch from Warrington, to foodservice, wholesalers, retailers, processors, restaurants.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Warrington 144 1862
43
Edmundson Electricalvoltilink.co.uk

A wholesale company located in Knutsford, UK, specializing in electrical products and supplies

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Knutsford 136 n/a
44
Stax Trade Centresstaxtradecentres.co.uk

A leading UK wholesale supplier offering a wide range of products to independent retailers and trade professionals nationwide through cash & carry and delivery services

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Manchester 131 1981
45
Owlett-Jatonowlett-jaton.com

UK's largest wholesale supplier of fasteners & fixings to distributor & merchant trade Offering 30,000+ product lines, high-quality products, excellent service, and sustainable operations

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Staffordshire 126 1947
46
Longdan Ltdlongdan.co.uk

Largest Vietnamese Cash & Carry in the UK, offering over 900 frozen seafood varieties, 300 types of fresh produce, and 5,000 dry food items.

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 London 118 2008
47
Lifetime Brands Europecookserveenjoy.com

A leading supplier of over 7000 cooking, serving, and lifestyle products worldwide, focused on innovation and inspiring with trend-driven brands

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Birmingham 107 1850
48
Connect Books (previously known as Bertram Books)bertrams.com

A leading global book supply business offering a wide selection of titles, innovative technology, fast delivery, and exceptional customer service

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Norwich 106 1968
49
VOW Wholesalevowwholesale.co.uk

VOW Wholesale is a leading business supplies wholesaler empowering partners with efficient supply chain solutions and offering a wide range of products and exclusive services

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Sheffield 103 1852
50
Sweet Squaredsweetsquared.com

A multi award-winning provider of top hair and beauty brands in the UK and Ireland, dedicated to serving professionals with love and respect

Wholesale 馃嚞馃嚙 Leeds 100 2006

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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