
Cranswick
Cranswick is a UK food producer that supplies UK grocery retailers and the food service sector.
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- Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire, GBUnited Kingdom

Cranswick is a UK food producer that supplies UK grocery retailers and the food service sector.
cranswick.plc.ukCrawled Oct 27, 2026
Cranswick is a leading UK producer of fresh pork, with expertise across the supply chain.
Chris Battle, co-founder of Cranswick Gourmet Bacon Company, applies traditional curing techniques and family recipes.
Cranswick’s food success reflects founder Martin Heap’s values, using premium pork and fresh herbs.
640g diced boneless skinless British chicken thighs
2 red onions, peeled and cut into wedges
Cranswick welcomed representatives from the Chinese Embassy to its Preston site for the official opening of its new cold store and office development, marking an important milestone for the business and its export operations.
A report into the economic and social contribution of Cranswick plc
Adam Couch, Chief Executive Officer of Cranswick plc, has hailed the role of British meat production in driving “economic prosperity, boosting food security and creating jobs in nations and regions across the UK”.
Cranswick is delighted to continue its partnership with Hull City for the 2026/27 season, extending a relationship that has helped enhance the matchday experience for supporters while creating opportunities for colleagues and local communities.
Cranswick focuses on producing authentic, sustainable food from farm to retail shelf to feed the nation.
The Commercial Graduate Programme supports careers in sales and marketing, driving strategy and customer relationships.
The agri-food graduate scheme offers exposure to diverse departments for those new to the industry.
Jess joined Cranswick in 2016 as an Agriculture Supply Chain Technologist and a year later was promoted to Agriculture Supply Chain Manager. Throughout her time in both roles, she gained a strong understanding of the business, with her main focus being on animal welfare.
Natalie joined Cranswick in 2009 as part of the accounts team at the Preston site while studying for her ACCA qualification. She upgraded the finance system and progressed through major group projects.
Cranswick grew from a single Yorkshire mill in 1975 into a UK food producer with an integrated supply chain for pigs and poultry.
Cranswick began in 1975 when 23 farmers founded Cranswick Mill Ltd to produce pig feed after dissatisfaction with existing suppliers.
Cranswick is expanding its poultry production capacity to meet rising demand. The FTSE 250-listed food producer’s latest investments signal growth in its core business segment. Analysts now anticipate stronger-than-expected interim financial results driven by this scaling strategy.
Oct 2026KalkineNews article
Cranswick Plc achieves **5.5% revenue growth** in the first quarter, driven by **4.0% like-for-like revenue growth** from stronger poultry demand and retail sector strength. The company attributes performance to **higher sales volumes, strategic investments, and sustained consumer demand**. Poultry and retail segments remain key growth pillars for the business.
Jul 2026DirectorsTalk InterviewsNews article
UK food group **Cranswick** is investing in expanded capacity at a chicken processing factory following a rise in annual profits. The company plans further capital expenditure to support growth in its poultry operations. The move follows a reported increase in financial performance for the fiscal year.
May 2026Just FoodNews article
Cranswick expanded its pig herd by **6.5%** in the last financial year, contributing to a surge in revenues nearing **£3 billion**. The company attributes its financial growth to strong demand for its **fresh pork products**.
May 2026Pig WorldNews article