Expanding cash and carry operator Holland Bazaar opens new distribution centre in Peterborough

A leading cash and carry operator has moved into Peterborough.

The London-headquartered Holland Bazaar has acquired new premises in Padholme Road East, in Fengate, for an undisclosed sum from the former operator, Hyperama Wholesale.

Holland Bazaar, which was created 15 years ago and is beginning to grow its operations outside of the capital, has just applied to Peterborough City Council for the transfer of the premises licence in order to operate from the city site.

The company says it aims to supply fruit and veg, confectionary, frozen food, and catering supplies at reasonable prices and while many of its customers are based in London, it is seeking to reach other UK markets.

A company spokesman has been reported as stating: “This is the first foray outside of London for Holland Bazaar, with a new market demographic, different product ranges and a fresh challenge for the business.”

It says it will work with the existing Peterborough staff and offer further employment opportunities in the community to order to grow the business and improve the customer experience.

Nottingham-based Hyperama says the sale of the depot will allow it to focus attention on grocery wholesale while the Peterborough business was concerned largely with foodservice.

Peterborough is also home to a flowers and plants cash and carry operator.

Flowers & Plants Direct moved into Hampton Business Park four years ago creating about eight jobs. It stocks hundreds of different varieties of flowers and plants.