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bfa HSBC British Franchise Awards 2022
Updated 22 Dec 2022

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#Leading the change
Updated 27 Oct 2022

The bfa is proud to support women in business, from our exceptional all-women executive team, to our annual Empowering Women In Business (EWIB) event, where we are joined by over 100...
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How to choose the right franchise for you
Updated 22 Sep 2022

What are you passionate about? Do something you enjoy! Franchising presents a wealth of investment opportunities across many sectors. With support and training to help you build your business, there is no...
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A return to events
Updated 02 Aug 2022

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, June saw the return of the bfa’s popular flagship event, Superbrand, which certainly came back with a bang! Sponsored this year by Barclays, Superbrand...
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Feel the fear, but do it anyway
Updated 19 Jul 2022

There are many reasons why you may be thinking you’d quite like to start your own business but are holding yourself back from doing so. You wouldn’t be the first. Much research...
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“We’ve found new ways to support all of the franchising industry”
Updated 18 May 2022

The British Franchise Association (bfa) prides itself on working collaboratively with its members to deliver the services, training and support required to drive their franchise businesses forward. A key part of the...
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How franchise forums are hitting the mark
Updated 19 Apr 2022

Franchise forums at the British Franchise Association (bfa) have kicked off to an incredible start this year. So far three forums for franchisors and one for affiliates and suppliers have taken...
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“The Franchise Training Academy is starting off with a series of educational seminars, giving you the insight and expertise to excel in different areas”
Updated 16 Mar 2022

The British Franchise Association (bfa) has been setting the standard in UK franchising for over 40 years and is the largest not-for-profit trade association for franchising in the UK. The bfa...
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Zerorez is a revolutionary carpet and multi-surface cleaning company dedicated to transforming the old-fashioned,...

Leading provider of ultrasound scans across the UK

Mail Boxes Etc.

A multi-functional retail and B2B operator offering post, parcel, print, and virtual office address services for a...

92 Degrees are on a mission to provide Damn Fine Coffee™ to as many people around the world as possible. What does...

SmartPA is a franchise offering remote administrative and business support activities

The Banana Moon nursery franchise enables self-starters with a passion for childcare to run their own day nursery with...

Card Group International

Card Group International was founded in Sweden in 1997 and is an award-winning international franchise organisation. It...

activ Digital Marketing...

activ Digital Marketing Franchise was established in 2008. It has been led by experienced and award-winning...

Chipsta make fries the main event. Not just any fries though. Extra crispy Belgian skin-on fries, complemented by a...

The Knot Churros

The Knot Churros is a London-founded desserts bar that opened its doors back in 2019. The business attracts customers...

Provides a premium clearance service in both homes and businesses as well as servicing many national contracts

Burger Drop is BFA accredited, and founded in 2020, with the vision to create an affordable luxury burger experience...

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Franchisors provide an insight into how they’ve built their businesses.

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What changes has Concept Claim Solutions brought to its franchise model?

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Lift Brands EMEA CEO Kevin Yates talks Snap’s future

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SmartPA: Meet franchisee Louise Bowler

Companies to consider

Black Rooster Peri Peri

Scotland’s fastest-growing Peri Peri brand
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Snap Fitness

Offers members 24/7 access, monthly memberships, world-class equipment, free group fitness classes, a large...
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Jackson Fire & Security

For fire and security solutions
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Premier Education

Provides sport and physical activity to schools across the country
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The Fat Pizza

Customers at The Fat Pizza believe it has the best delivered pizza around. Whilst consumers may order weekly...
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Walfinch

Provides live-in and visiting-hourly carers to a wide range of clients, including older people
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Fat Phill’s

Since launching in 2019, Fat Phill’s has become best known for its smash burgers, loaded sandwiches, Philly...
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The Urban Chocolatier

High-end dessert parlour for aspiring franchisees
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12th Street Burgers

12th Street Burgers are an American-themed casual dining restaurant offering burgers, chicken, and shakes to...
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Chop & Wok

A wok-based restaurant and takeaway business that serves Pan-Asian fusion food
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Lumi SKN Clinics

Established in 2016, Lumi SKN clinics is a premier beauty and aesthetics franchise that blends innovation,...
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Apollo Care

Apollo Care Franchising Limited offers the opportunity to become part of a network of home care providers...
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The Pantry Cafe & Restaurant

The Pantry Cafe & Restaurant is a daytime breakfast and lunch cafe and restaurant. It serves fresh food...
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Chipsta

Chipsta make fries the main event. Not just any fries though. Extra crispy Belgian skin-on fries,...
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Gourmet Sushi

Gourmet Sushi was founded in October 2016 in the heart of London by Nuriddin Shamsutdinov. With more than ten...
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Local Shops

Local Shops aims to target the world’s most renowned ecommerce platforms
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Chrysalis Partners

Working with SME business owners to help them become more profitable and more effective using proven systems...
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Betterclean Services Franchising

Provides commercial cleaning services for a variety of businesses
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Sojubar

The founders of Sojubar view the brand as a bridge between cultures, bringing people together through good...
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The Knot Churros

The Knot Churros is a London-founded desserts bar that opened its doors back in 2019. The business attracts...
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Local Eats

Run your own online food ordering service with minimal hassle yet with maximum return
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Flash Global

Ready to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey in the premium freight industry? Join Flash Network’s...
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CyberGlobal

CyberGlobal is a certified cybersecurity franchise designed for individuals with a passion for sales,...
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The Fruit and Veg Man

The Fruit and Veg Man operates as a community-focused supplier, offering both online and in-person services...
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Card Group International

Card Group International was founded in Sweden in 1997 and is an award-winning international franchise...
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Key Sounds Music

Joining the Key Sounds Music network offers franchisees entry into what can be a profitable market. The brand...
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Aegis Care Solutions

Aegis Care Solutions is a family owned and operated domiciliary care business. Established in 2017, by...
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Tariq Halal Meat

The Tariq Halal Meat franchise offers a business opportunity in the growing halal food sector, providing...
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Smoke & Pepper

Smoke & Pepper was developed from a busy family kitchen with a desire to serve high quality comfort food...
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Trail Runners

Trail Runners creates trail running communities, offering group runs, coaching, and training camps to trail...
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URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries

A BFA-accredited brand with a cult following in South Yorkshire, URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries is all about...
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ActionCOACH UK

CompareTheFinancialMarkets.com UK Business Opportunity of The Year offers the chance to join the 2nd fastest...
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UK Business Mentoring Group

The UK Business Mentoring Group’s franchise model is designed for flexibility. You decide when and how...
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Mail Boxes Etc.

A multi-functional retail and B2B operator offering post, parcel, print, and virtual office address services...
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92 Degrees

92 Degrees are on a mission to provide Damn Fine Coffee™ to as many people around the world as...
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Fun Fest for Children

Offers a range of different childcare and children’s services franchise systems
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Concept Claim Solutions

Specialises in insurance claims management
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Anytime Fitness

The UK’s largest fitness franchise, with more than 188 premium, convenient clubs nationwide
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Wok to Walk

Founded in 2004, Wok to Walk operates over 100 sites in 18 countries and can be found in iconic urban...
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Yolé

Yolé is an award-winning dessert brand creating zero dairy, zero sugar-added ice cream and zero sugar-added...
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activ Digital Marketing Franchise

activ Digital Marketing Franchise was established in 2008. It has been led by experienced and award-winning...
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Aspray Limited

Aspray is an award-winning claims management provider that has developed into a successful franchise
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World Options

Offers an easy to use, web-based courier and shipping service for businesses of all sizes
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Burger Drop

Burger Drop is BFA accredited, and founded in 2020, with the vision to create an affordable luxury burger...
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Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel

provides franchisees with the chance to work in the travel industry on their own schedule
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Banana Moon

The Banana Moon nursery franchise enables self-starters with a passion for childcare to run their own day...
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The Travel Franchise

Start your own home-based travel agency
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Woods Russell

At Woods Russell Accounting, ethos is rooted in responsiveness and ethics when it comes to client care. Since...
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Certax Accounting

Certax Accounting has offered accountancy and taxation services since 1999. It’s since grown into one...
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SmartPA

SmartPA is a franchise offering remote administrative and business support activities
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Chicken Cottage

The go-to quick service outlet for the world’s most flavoursome grilled and fried chicken and succulent...
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PACK & SEND

National and international specialist packaging and delivery company
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Blossom Home Care

Blossom Home Care offers an opportunity for ambitious individuals to build a large-scale home care...
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Auntie Anne’s

Auntie Anne’s is known for its freshly baked, soft, straight-out-of-the-oven pretzels in a variety of sweet...
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Amigos Burgers and Shakes

Amigos Burgers and Shakes is extremely family-friendly, and the brand believes that there’s something for...
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Zerorez

Zerorez is a revolutionary carpet and multi-surface cleaning company dedicated to transforming the...
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Crunch Fitness

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment with the...
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No Letting Go

No Letting Go provides a variety of property management services, including landlord inventory, tenant...
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Treatz Desserts

Treatz Desserts stores are designed to be vibrant, sleek and cater for all demographics. The brand believes...
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Just Clear

Provides a premium clearance service in both homes and businesses as well as servicing many national contracts
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Platinum Property Partners

The world’s first property investment franchise, based on a lucrative professional HMO model
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Numi Scan

Leading provider of ultrasound scans across the UK
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Post & Packing

Post & Packing is your very own walk-in mailroom, for retail and business customers alike. As an...
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Kaspa’s Desserts

Delicious desserts in a fun and exciting environment
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Canopy Children’s Nurseries

Passionate about giving children the best possible beginnings
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Paris Baguette

provide fresh baked goods and coffee to the community
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Muscleworks Gym

Muscleworks Gym is a premium fitness franchise that caters to serious bodybuilders and general fitness...
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