UK franchise opportunities from The United Kingdom Franchise Directory

Could a franchise be your key to self employment?

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Franchises provide a way for individuals to start their own businesses with the backing of an established brand and business process. 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.

Or use our free franchise matching service to find franchises of interest.

2010 print edition available!

The printed version of The UK Franchise Directory contains information about more than 1,400 franchisors as well as over 70 pages of advice and guidance to help you begin the exciting journey into the world of franchising. Franchise listings and opportunities are split into key business categories, making it easier for you to find the right franchise. This ideal reference handbook informs you on everything you need to know about the UK franchise industry including the advantages of buying a franchise and guidance on the franchise recruitment process. Now in a user-friendly size, The UK Franchise Directory 23rd edition presents key findings from The FDS 2009 Franchise Survey and also includes information on every known Irish franchise opportunity. Order your copy today.

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 700 brands currently franchising in the UK.

Popular Franchises

  • WSI Internet
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  • Global Travel Group

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.

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.

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

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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