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Franchise Open Days

Franchise open days or discovery seminars offer a more relaxed way of meeting franchisors and obtaining a unique insight to how the franchise operates. To view a list of franchise opportunities currently holding franchise discovery days click here.

Franchise Resale Opportunities

A franchise resale is an existing franchise for sale, providing the investor with an operating business from day one. A resale franchise is often more expensive than a new franchise territory, as the complete business for sale will present advantages such as an established client base, referrals and instant cash flow. Click here to see franchise brands that have resale territories available to invest in.

Just Published - 25th Edition Printed Directory and App

The brand new 25th edition printed version of The UK Franchise Directory contains information about more than 1,500 franchisors as well as over 80 pages of advice and guidance advice and guidance informing you on everything you need to know about the UK franchise industry. Franchise listings and opportunities are split into key business categories, making it easy for you to find the right franchise.

Comprehensive advice and guidance for prospective franchise owners and franchisors cover a range of topics that will introduce you to the exciting world of franchising. Additional input comes from entrepreneur, author and former star of BBC2’s Dragons’ Den James Caan, Paul Stafford of the bfa, Cathryn Hayes of HSBC, Richard Holden of Lloyds Banking Group, Mark Scott of NatWest, Andrew Pena of Cubism Law, Ed Savory of Leathes Prior and many more.

The 25th edition of The UK Franchise Directory also presents key findings from The UK Franchise Industry and International Franchise Markets 2012, a study that was conducted by MBA students of the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Franchise Development Services. You can also discover every known Irish franchise opportunity in this award-winning publication. Order your copy today.

If you prefer to have a digital copy of The UK Franchise Directory, it is now available to download as an app (from App Store or Google Play).

The online version here at theukfranchisedirectory.net is continuously updated and allows you to get in touch with the franchises quickly and easily - just find the franchise you are interested in, fill in the short form and your information request will be sent to the franchisor.

On the site you can view detailed information about more than 100 featured franchises or browse statistical information about more than 1,000 brands currently franchising in the UK.

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What Is A Franchise?

Franchises provide a way for individuals to start their own businesses with the backing of an established brand and business process. The UK Franchise Directory allows you to search for a Franchise in the UK. By buying a franchised business opportunity you greatly improve your chances of succeeding in business - indeed, the British Franchise Association recently claimed that more than 90% of franchise owners are still trading profitably after 5 years.

UK Franchise Opportunities

Paying fee and royalties opens up lucrative Franchise Opportunities and gives the franchise owner the right to use intellectual property of the franchisor. Franchise opportunities are more reliable since you feel more secure and confident owing to the fact that there's a demand for the chosen product or service. Please explore our Franchise Opportunities section for more information.

Business Format Franchises

Those who agree to franchise are able to draw from a ready-to-execute business model. The research has already been done for the Franchises by the franchisor who also gives a clear idea of the impending challenges in terms of competition and an insight into how to tackle market challenges by differentiating yourself from your competitors.

UK Franchises

We are the market leaders providing information about UK Franchises with varied investment levels and a range of different industries. All of our information about UK Franchises is comprehensive and up-to-date, allowing you to search for opportunities with UK Franchises.

Franchising your business

If you're looking to expand your business, but cannot afford the time or cost to expand yourself then Franchising provides an excellent opportunity to expand with minimal risks and set-up costs. Our Franchising tips section will help you set up and avoid the most common mistakes.

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