Bidfood, one of the UK’s leading foodservice providers, has added another string to its bow with the announcement of another addition to its depot network in Durham. This latest estate development marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued investment in long-term infrastructure and network growth and 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 and enhancing Bidfood’s ability to support customers across the region.
The new depot boasts 86,098 sq. ft. and 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 ongoing 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.
The Durham depot will play a key role in strengthening Bidfood’s regional logistics network while creating opportunities for local employment as the business continues to support its customers in the Northeast.
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 represents Bidfood’s wider strategy to invest in modern facilities and will become the first of two new additions in the north of England, with construction for a second new opening underway in Manchester.
