Bidfood expands northeast England reach

Bidfood has added to its depot network in Durham with a new 86,098 sq ft premises, which is expected to start operating this summer.

Located off Drum Road in Chester-le-Street, County Durham, the purpose-built facility will serve as Bidfood’s new Northeast hub, consolidating operations currently run from Gateshead.

The latest estate development is aimed at enhancing Bidfood’s ability to support customers across northeast England.

The new depot has been designed to support the complex requirements of modern foodservice logistics, featuring cold and chilled storage, alongside a large ambient warehouse. The site also includes a two-storey office building and extensive external yard space to support efficient distribution operations.

As part of Bidfood’s commitment to sustainability and responsible development, the site has been designed to achieve a BREEAM ‘Very Good’ rating, incorporating a range of low carbon design features. The development includes 50 cycle bays and electric vehicle charging infrastructure to support more sustainable travel options for employees and visitors.

Mark Wood, chief operating officer at Bidfood, said: “Opening our new Durham depot marks another important step in the continued development of Bidfood’s national network. This new facility will significantly strengthen our presence in the northeast, allowing us to consolidate our operations, improve efficiencies and enhance the service we provide to our customers.

“Our ongoing investment in modern, purpose-built depots reflects our long-term commitment to building infrastructure that supports both our customers and our people. We’re excited to see this site come to life and the positive impact it will have on our team and the local community.”

The Durham depot will become the first of two new additions in the north of England, with construction for a second new opening underway in Manchester.

Bidfood currently operates 27 depots across the UK.