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British Frnchise Directory 2008

PREMIER LISTINGS

RESALE LISTINGS

BUSINESS CATEGORY LISTINGS
Property, maintenance, home improvements

Catering, hotels

Cleaning, renovation

Commercial services

Direct selling, distribution, van-based, vending

Domestic, personal, health and fitness, caring, pet services

Employment agencies, executive search, management consultancies, training, teaching

Estate agencies, business transfer agencies, financial services, mortgage brokers

Parcel/courier services

Printing, design, signage

Retailing

Vehicle services


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Buying a franchise

Franchise my business

Franchise recruitment

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British Franchise Directory and Guide

FOREWORD
By Sir Bernard Ingham President, British Franchise Association.

SECTION 1: ADVISORY ARTICLES
Advisory articles for prospective franchisees and franchisors by the leading franchise lawyers, bankers and consultants.

HOW FRANCHISING WORKS
by Cathryn Hayes
The scene is set by Cathryn Hayes with a review of franchising from the viewpoint of both parties - the franchisor (the firm operating the franchise network) and the franchisee (the company or person buying a franchised outlet). She is head of franchising at HSBC Bank.

THE ELEMENTS OF THE FRANCHISE PACKAGE
by Jonathan Horne
What do you get for your money when you buy a franchise? Jonathan Horne, head of the franchise unit at Sylvester Amiel Lewin & Horne, looks at the elements that make up the franchise package.

THE STANDARDS SET BY THE BFA
by Andrew Quail

The reputation franchising enjoys is due to the standards set by the BFA, the industry’s self-regulatory body. Andrew Quail, the head of business services, explains how the association ensures that its standards are met.

FRANCHISE AGREEMENT
by Martin Mendelsohn

The terms of the franchise agreement are reviewed by Martin Mendelsohn, chairman of the franchise group at Field Fisher Waterhouse, and visiting professor of franchise management at Middlesex University Business School.

PROJECTIONS - FACT OR FICTION
by Lorna Smith

A guide to understanding the financial projections put forward by the franchisor. Lorna Smith is franchise manager of HSBC Bank.

THE VALUE AND IMPORTANCE OF THE BUSINESS PLAN
by Richard Holden

A sound business plan is essential if an application to the bank for a loan is to be successful. Richard Holden, head of franchising at Lloyds TSB, explains what the plan must cover.

REMEDIES IF THE AFFAIR MUST END
by Nicola Broadhurst

The relationship between the franchisor and franchisee should withstand the test of time, but disputes can arise and may become so serious that the parties have to separate. Nicola Broadhurst, of Mundays, explains the damage limitation options.


ADVICE FOR FRANCHISORS

TURNING YOUR BUSINESS INTO A FRANCHISE
by Brian Duckett

This series of articles offering advice for those planning to franchise their business is introduced by Brian Duckett, managing director of the consultancy, Howarth Franchising.

FINANCIAL ASPECTS OF LAUNCHING A FRANCHISE
by Mark Scott

The financial implications of becoming a franchisor are reviewed by Mark Scott, head of franchising at NatWest Bank.

ROLE OF DISCLOSURE IN REDUCING RISK FOR BOTH PARTIES
by Mark Abell

With more countries introducing pre-contractual disclosure to protect franchisees, the need is increasing for UK franchisors expanding abroad to adopt such procedures explains Mark Abell of Field Fisher Waterhouse
.

FRANCHISEE RECRUITMENT
by Michael Way and David Tonchin

The problems of franchisee recruitment are examined by Michael Way and David Tonchin, partners in the consultancy, Franchise Your Business.

SETTING FRANCHISE
FEES
by Steve Felmingham
The setting of franchise fees, both initial and ongoing, calls for a very delicate balance if both parties are to prosper. Steve Felmingham, director of business development at the Howarth Franchising Group, explains how to arrive at the right balance.

MAKING SURE THE BLUEPRINT IS RIGHT
by Penny Hopkinson

The operating manual is crucial to any franchise system as it enables each franchisee to replicate the business and run it to the franchisor's standards. Penny Hopkinson, of Manual Writers International, offers advice on preparing this operational blueprint.

CHALLENGES OF SETTING TARGETS FOR FRANCHISEES
by Manzoor Ishani

The imposition of binding performance targets on franchisees would appear to be the obvious way for franchisors to guard against loss of income due to franchisees coasting along in their comfort zone. Surprisingly, the solution is not that simple. Manzoor Ishani explains.

FRANCHISEE ASSOCIATIONS: FRIEND OR FOE?
by Andrew Quail
Andrew Quail explains the role of a franchisee association within the network and the steps the franchisor needs to take to ensure that such a body is a force for good. Quail is head of quality standards and compliance at the
BFA, but his views in this article are personal.

A PLANNED RESALES STRATEGY - THE LAST STEP OF THE WAY
by Derrick Simpson

As more franchise systems reach maturity, franchisors need to give more thought to crowning their services with an effective resales strategy for franchisees planning to sell their business. Derrick Simpson, of Franchise Resales, explains how this can be easily achieved.

CHALLENGES OF FRANCHISING IN THE GLOBAL MARKET
by Chris Wormald
Franchising can unlock the international potential of a business, regardless of whether or not it is franchised in its home country. Chris Wormald, of Field Fisher Waterhouse
, explains the options to companies expanding abroad, and conversely to entrepreneurs importing foreign franchises into their own country.

SECTION 2: FRANCHISE LISTINGS
Detailed breakdown of individual franchises by business categories. Full listings includes addresses, period in business, availability of franchises, size of network, setting-up costs, fee structure, projected sales and profit levels, period of contract, BFA status, overseas availability and franchise sales contact, etc. (see sample entries).

CATEGORIES

1. Property and maintenance services, home improvements (120 franchisors listed)
2. Catering, hotels (98 franchisors listed)
3. Cleaning and renovation services (70 franchisors listed)
4. Commercial services (181 franchisors listed)
5. Direct selling, distribution, etc (103 franchisors listed)
6. Domestic, personal, health and fitness, caring, and pet services (141 franchisors listed)
7. Employment agencies, executive search, management consultancy, training and teaching (128 franchisors listed)
8. Estate agencies, mortgage brokers, etc (76 franchisors listed)
9. Parcel and courier services (15 franchisors listed)
10. Printing, design, signage (16 franchisors listed)
11. Retailing (132 franchisors listed)
12. Vehicle services (77 franchisors listed)


WORLD FRANCHISE ASSOCIATIONS
Franchise associations throughout the world.

ALPHABETICAL LISTING
Alphabetical listing of franchises operating in the UK.

APPENDIX ONE:
European Code of Ethics for Franchising (as adopted by the BFA)

APPENDIX TWO:
Franchise agreement by Mark Abell

APPENDIX THREE:
Master franchise agreement by Mark Abell

APPENDIX FOUR:
EC block exemption regulation on vertical restraints

APPENDIX FIVE:
Glossary of franchise terms


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UK Franchise Directory 2009
Full contact details of all franchises in the UK, totalling over 1,100. Advice for both prospective franchisees and franchisors. Foreword by Sir Bernard Ingham - President, British Franchise Association.
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Sample entries from the catering section

Wagamama

Wagamama,
Waverley House,
3rd Floor,
7-12 Noel Street, London, W1F 8GQ.
Tel. 020 7009 3600.
www.wagamama.com

Japanese noodle bars, available overseas only


Wimpy
Wimpy G.B. Ltd.,
2 The Listons, Liston Road, Marlow, Bucks, SL7 1FD.
Tel. 01628 891 655.
info@wimpy.uk.com
www.wimpy.uk.com

casual dining restaurants

Availability: most regions
Company established in UK: 1954
Company owned units in UK: 6
Franchised units in UK: 170
Company owned units worldwide: 7
Franchised units worldwide: 464
Total investment cost
(exc. working capital): £100,000 - £275,000
Working capital: £8,000
Ready cash requirement: £75,000
Initial franchise fee: £10,000
On-going fees:
management services fee - 6%
marketing/advertising levy - 4%
BFA membership: full
Franchise sales contact: Chris Woolfenden

Franchisor’s statement
Founded in 1954, Wimpy is Britain’s best-known and long-established franchise. Wimpy has a very strong corporate image and provides a comprehensive support package covering such areas as site selection, equipment specification, restaurant design, training, operational support and advertising, etc. Opportunities are available throughout the UK.


Wok2Go
Wok2Go,
7 Courthill House,
60 Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 2AJ.
Tel. 08703 655 065.
info@wok2go.co.uk
www.wok2go.co.uk

oriental take-aways


Yo! Sushi
Yo! Land,
95 Farringdon Road,
London, EC1R 3BT.
Tel. 020 7841 0700.
tony@yoshushi.co.uk
www.yosushi.co.uk

conveyor belt sushi restaurants

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British Frnchise Directory 2008