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Well Oiled After 275 Years!
RS Clare was founded in Liverpool in 1748 at the start of the Industrial Revolution and they are the longest established company...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20206 min read


Grass Is Greener In This Family Firm!
Jonathan Gallagher, the youngest of three Gallagher brothers, founded Easigrass more than three decades ago and the business continues to...

Sophie Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Feb 1, 20204 min read


Packaged For Family Business Success
Glossop Cartons is one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of carton board packaging products. Paul Andrews met the sisters behind this...

Sophie Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Jan 31, 20205 min read


The Family Business Wonders Of Wigan
William Santus and Company have been making a variety of sweets for over 100 years. Paul Andrews visited them in Wigan to find out more....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jan 31, 20204 min read


Building A Family Of Firms For Future Generations
Paul Andrews met the team behind Robertson to understand more about the family business, its values and their plans for the future....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 30, 20195 min read


Tis The Season To Be Jolly
The festive season is nearly upon us and a focal point for many homes is the Christmas Tree. Paul Andrews spoke to the second generation...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Nov 30, 20194 min read


A Long History At Lionel Samson Sadleirs Group
History dating back to 1829 makes Lionel Samson Sadleirs Group second oldest family firm in Australia. Lionel Samson & Son was founded in...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20192 min read


Legacy Is Important To This Family Firm
Established by Sir William Hastings in the late 1960’s, Hastings Hotels is a family-owned company and the largest independent hotel group...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20194 min read


Keeping Their Cool For Generations
Porrelli’s have been making award-winning ice cream since 1925. Family owned and run the business now serves over 60 delicious flavours. ...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20195 min read


When A Good Idea Goes Global
Bambino Mio are the most widely used reusable cloth nappy brand in the UK with an award-winning range of products that are loved by...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20195 min read


Serious Cleaning Know-How At Robert Scott
Robert Scott is a fourth generation family business with a ‘spotless reputation since 1925,’ with Alastair Scott currently at the helm. ...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20195 min read


Sweet Little Mystery At Golden Casket
Golden Casket is one of the largest and most innovative confectionery specialists in the UK and has been growing successfully for nearly...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Apr 30, 20197 min read


Phillips Brothers Celebrate 125 Years As A Family Firm
Family business near Ipswich is celebrating 125 years in business under the fourth generation accompanied by the fifth generation who are...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Feb 20, 20195 min read


Tewkesbury Park – A Real Jewel In The Crown
At Tewkesbury Park they live and breathe hospitality. Making every moment memorable is truly the raison d’être for the family behind this...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jan 1, 20195 min read


Guardians Of Scotland’s National Dish
Haggis and Macsween are world renowned. We spoke to Managing Director James Macsween to find out more about the evolution of this family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 1, 20185 min read


Tasty Little Munchy Treats
The story of Munchy Seeds dates back two generations in New Zealand to the days when a toasted two seed blend was the way for granny to...

Sophie Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
May 31, 20186 min read


The Journey For Healeys Removals
A family business journey that has had its fair share of challenges but where determination has paved the way for success. Richard...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20183 min read


Entrepreneurial Generations At Francis Kirk
Francis Kirk originated back in 1868 so this year sees them celebrate a major milestone for any family business, 150 years as a family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20186 min read


Baker’s Cousins – Five Generations At Roberts Bakery
There are few sectors so closely aligned to our traditional idea of a ‘family business’ than baking, and few more mature markets than...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 15, 20184 min read


At The Helm Of Britain’s Oldest Wine Merchants
Paul Andrews spoke to Chairman Lizzy Rudd and CEO Dan Jago about their roles and what it is like to be running such a prestigious family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Feb 26, 20189 min read
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