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    Established 1868

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Established 1868

Catering Equipment Supplier Showroom Over £2million of Stock
Available From Our Warehouse

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Disposable Plastic Cups
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New Frona Garnishes
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  • Allure Wine Glasses

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  • New Steelite Impressions Flora Range

    A full-face decoration featuring a delicate floral pattern, Impressions by Steelite is captivating and available in four complementary colours.

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  • GREAT PRICE

    Black Paper Sip Straws are NOW Only £1.89 For a Box of 250

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  • NEW Paper Pint Cup

    Cellulose Window to Show Liquid Level

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  • NEW Rustico Premium Stoneware

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  • NEW Churchill Era Blue Range

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FEA Distributor of the Year 2025
Frona Dried Fruit
Waste Legislation
2025 Summer Inspirations

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We are an Award-Winning Catering Equipment Supplier

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  • British Family Business
    Established 1868
  • Over £2m of Stock Available
    At Our Warehouse and Ready for Delivery
  • Visit our Cash & Carry and Showroom
    Free Parking & Grab a Free Coffee!

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Stephensons have Over 150 Years of Experience

 

From humble beginnings on Salford's Flat Iron Market, Stephensons has become an award-winning modern distributor with an unrivalled knowledge of the catering sector.

 

 About Stephensons

For over 150 years, we’ve supplied the UK’s restaurants, bars, hotels, schools, universities, and event organisers. We offer top-of-the-line catering equipment, with our commitment to supplying quality products and exceptional customer service resulting in multiple awards. We have a genuine passion for finding the best products to help others succeed.

Other than a love for what we do, what else makes Stephensons the ultimate go-to supplier for thousands of UK businesses?

Stephensons Wins Distributor of the Year Award
Are You Ready for the New Waste Legislation?
Our Warehouse Has Moved to Cheadle!
Catering Insight Coverage
The Manchester Bee Takeaway Cup
TUCO Member
Latest Product Launches
Our Sustainability Journey

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A trusted family business inspiring the caterer through service, advice, innovation & price.

Stephensons are a fifth generation, family-run business that has been setting the standard for how catering suppliers should operate since 1868. With innovation and integrity as core values, we’ve become recognised as an industry leader for all your catering equipment, disposable and tableware needs. 

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Churchill China
Delta

 

Churchill China
Era Blue

Churchill China
Tide - New Additions

Artis - New Spring 2025 Launch

Artis

New - Delicacy

A beautifully crafted everyday stemware range for modern hospitality.

Artis

New - Du Vin

Bring classic sophistication to your glassware collection with Du Vin tumblers.

Artis

New - Bloom

An enchanting glassware range featuring embossed lines catch the light, whilst the flared top mimics a blooming flower.

Royal Leerdam

New - Slim & Cool

Sleek and stylish, the Slim & Cool glasses are suitable for water, juice, soda, sangria, and wine.

Schonwald

New - Kumo

Bring elegance, depth, and contemporary edge to food presentation with Schonwald Kumo.

Playground

New - Savanna

An earthy, expressive range designed to inspire creativity in modern hospitality settings.

Playground

New - Nami Dune

Playground's Nami Dune stoneware is a stunning range inspired by nature's textures and tones.

Playground

New - Shells

Distinctively beatuiful and elegant, Playground Shells enhances creative food presentation with a coastal aesthetic.

Steelite - New Autumn 2024 Launch

Steelite
Impressions Flora

A full-face decoration featuring a delicate floral pattern, Impressions Flora by Steelite is captivating and available in four complementary colours.

Steelite
Messina

Bright, bold, and energetic, Steelite’s Messina collection is perfect for outdoor dining or bringing a touch of Mediterranean style to the table.

Artis - New Spring 2025 Launch

Artis
New - Delicacy

A beautifully crafted everyday stemware range designed for modern hospitality. 

Artis
New - Du Vin

Bring classic sophistication to your glassware collection with the Du Vin Glass Tumblers by Artis.

Artis
New - Bloom

An enchanting glassware range that blends delicate floral detailing with vintage charm.

DPS - New Autumn 2024 Launch

DPS Academy
Fusion Forna

With its charred appearance, Fusion Forno brings a natural, earthy aesthetic to your presentation that's perfect for global cuisine.

DPS Academy
Fusion Modern Classics

A contemporary twist on traditional patterened tableware, Modern Classics will bring a nostalgic feel to your tabletop.

Bonna
Elevate Fine China

The timeless and elegant Elevate fine china collection is ideal for creating a sophisticated and welcoming dining experience.

Artis - New Spring 2025 Launch

DPS Academy
Fusion Forna

With its charred appearance, Fusion Forno bring a natural, earthy aesthetic to your presentation that's perfect for global cuisine.

DPS Academy
Fusion Modern Classics

A contemporary twist on traditional patterened tableware, Modern Classics will bring a nostalgic feel to your tabletop.

Bonna
Elevate Fine China

The timeless and elegant Elevate fine china collection is ideal for creating a sophisticated and welcoming dining experience.

DPS - New Autumn 2024 Launch

DPS Academy
Fusion Forna

With its charred appearance, Fusion Forno bring a natural, earthy aesthetic to your presentation that's perfect for global cuisine.

DPS Academy
Fusion Modern Classics

A contemporary twist on traditional patterened tableware, Modern Classics will bring a nostalgic feel to your tabletop.

Bonna
Elevate Fine China

The timeless and elegant Elevate fine china collection is ideal for creating a sophisticated and welcoming dining experience.

Artis

Churchill

Summer Inspirations

Disposable Street Food Packaging

Kitchen Equipment

Bin Legislation

Frona Dried Fruit & Powders

New Eco Endeavour Dose

New Product Launches

Featured Products

  • 1868-2018; 150 Years of Experience

     

    Over 150 Years of Experience

    From humble beginnings on Salford's Flat Iron Market, Stephensons has become an award-winning modern distributor with an unrivalled knowledge of the catering sector.

    Discover the History Here

Over 150 Years in the Making.

From a humble stall in Salford's Flat Iron Market to an award-winning modern distributor. Explore the rich tapestry of our journey.

DISCOVER OUR HISTORY

Stephensons Latest News & Events

Stephensons Receives CHSA Accreditation!

As a CHSA Accredited Distributor, we are committed to ensuring all cleaning and hygiene products we sell are ethically and sustainably traded, and are excellent quality with no hidden ingredients!

Are You Ready for the New Waste Legislation?

Make sure you're prepared for the new Simpler Recycling legislation coming into effect from April 1st 2025.

Stephensons wins Distributor of the Year Award

The Stephensons team were delighted to be named as the Distributor of the Year, a group award that is voted on by the members of the FEA.

Warehouse Operations Move to Cheadle!

We're very excited to announce that our warehouse operations have moved to our new Distribution Centre in Cheadle as of February 17th! 161 Buxton Road will remain open for Cash & Carry and non-warehouse operations only.

Information for Deliveries and Collections at our Distribution Centre

As of 17th February, all our warehouse operations now take place at our Distribution Centre in Cheadle. Please find information for suppliers and couriers here regarding deliveries and collections.

Stephensons Wins Contract with Co-Op Live

Local catering equipment distributor Stephensons has provided catering equipment to Manchester's new arena, Co-op Live, across its multitude of concessions, bars, lounges, and restaurants. 

Our Sustainability Journey

Stephensons is committed to becoming an environmentally friendlier business, and we have been taking steps to achieve this goal from installing solar panels to improving our recycling and more. 

We Love MCR 

For every sale of our Manchester Bee Straws and Manchester Bee Coffee Cups, we make a donation to the We Love MCR Charity. We're proud to support an organisation that helps the local community.

TUCO Member

As a member of The University Caterer's Organisation, we are proud to be a nominated supplier of catering equipment to the higher & further education sectors.

AWARD-WINNING CATERING EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER: YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS COME FIRST WITH OUR FEEFO GOLD TRUSTED SERVICES
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For over 150 years, we've supplied the UK's restaurants, bars, hotels, schools, universities, and event organisers. We offer top-of-the-line catering equipment, with our commitment to supplying quality products and exceptional customer service resulting in multiple awards. We have a genuine passion for finding the best products to help others succeed.

Other than a love for what we do, what else makes Stephensons the ultimate go-to supplier for thousands of UK businesses?

  • Our modern showroom for an immersive experience: Step into the North's largest showroom and Cash & Carry where you can browse over 6,000 stocked lines of catering supplies and equipment. There's even free parking on-site!
  • Cost-effective pricing: We constantly benchmark our pricing against the competition to give our account customers peace of mind that they're getting the best deals.
  • Our own fleet of delivery vans: We have our own fleet of delivery vans and friendly drivers operating in the North West for a more personal and straight-foward experience.
  • The largest range in the industry: We're proud of our ever-evolving stock, bringing you new and innovative products from industry-known brands. You'll be spoilt for choice! View our New Product Catalogue to find this year's inspiration.
  • Easier ordering with trade accounts: We can offer excellent discounts for bulk orders when you open a trade account with us. Furthermore, our dedicated account managers can assist with your orders to ensure that you have everything you need, when you need it.
  • We are a Caterbar member: As a member of the Caterbar group of independent businesses, this gives us a greater buying power than if we work alone. Therefore, we can bring the best deals and offers to our account members all year round.

If you want to find out more about what we have to offer, see our customers reviews on Feefo.

Find high-quality catering equipment that simplifies your work and brings theatrical flair to your presentation. Browse our comprehensive selection online or visit our Stockport showroom to discover new inspirations and advice from our experts.

DISCOVER QUALITY CATERING SUPPLIES AT STEPHENSONS
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Find the best catering solutions for your business, whether that's new eco-friendly packaging, cleaning supplies, or beautiful glassware. Our team is always happy to help.

We understand the challenges you face as a catering or hospitality business owner, and we're here to help you overcome them with our exceptional range of catering equipment.

To help customers navigate changing prices as they try to stick to their budgets, we have created our Weekly Savings catalogue. Here you can find great deals on everyday items that you're sure to use week-in, week-out. This includes the basics like blue roll, napkins, eco-friendly food packaging, kitchen foil, cleaning supplies, and much, much more.

Whether you're upgrading your equipment or starting a catering business from scratch, let our products make a difference to your establishment. Did you know we are TUCO members? We supply university caterers all over the UK, so we can even help schools and offices with the cleaning and catering essentials, too!

PRESERVING FRESHNESS WITH FOOD AND DRINK PACKAGING
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If you prepare food for takeaway orders, you'll understand the importance of preserving the quality and taste of your culinary creations.

That's why Stephensons is here to offer you a vast array of high-quality food and drink packaging options. From eco-friendly containers to stylish packaging in all shapes and sizes, we have everything you need. Our minimalist designs provide the perfect canvas for your brand logo to shine on your chosen packaging.

Our wide range of packaging solutions ensures that your culinary masterpieces stay flavoursome and hot, leaving your customers satisfied with their meals and improving your brand reputation.

PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT: COOKWARE, STORAGE, UTENSILS, AND MORE...
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Your kitchen staff depends on high-quality equipment that endures the daily grind. Chef's knives that make precise cuts, gastronorm that keep food fresh, and appliances that perform consistently are all vital in a fast-paced kitchen. Our extensive experience in the catering industry has enabled us to acquire the finest supplies for professional kitchens for seamless performance and durability.

  • The smallest things make the biggest difference when it comes to smooth service. If you want to make sure your food and drink orders are managed with ease, see our range of menu boards, pens, order racks and pads, and kitchen timers. All at competitive prices to suit various budgets.
  • Our selection of quality kitchen utensils will make your staff's job easier and more enjoyable, allowing them to focus on their skills rather than the tools.
  • The right cutlery can be the perfect finishing touch to your table settings and enhance the dining experience for your customers. We offer a range of cutlery options to suit your budget, all sourced from the world's leading brands that are renowned for their excellent craftsmanship and quality.
ELEVATE YOUR BAR SERVICE WITH OUR DIVERSE COLLECTION OF GLASSWARE
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Stephensons started out in 1868 specialising in china and glassware, so our expertise on what is the best quality and style for different purposes is elite. The type of glassware you choose for your establishment isn't just a vessel to serve your drinks in, it helps to create the right ambience and capture your brand. Whether you're seeking new elegant wine glasses, sturdy beer steins, or quirky cocktail glasses, we've got you covered.

We don't just sell glassware; we help you create a unique and unforgettable setting. We take pride in offering the best glassware available on the market, carefully selected from top manufacturers to ensure that you receive only the highest quality products at affordable prices.

Whether you prefer a touch of glamour or contemporary sophistication, let our stunning designs complement your interiors and make your establishment stand out from the rest.

If you're looking to upgrade your coffee mugs and teapots, we have a vast collection from numerous recognised brands for you to choose from. We even do a various takeaway coffee cups that you might find useful, including our special Manchester Bee Coffee Cup, which is another Flustix certified option!

UNLOCK INCREDIBLE SAVINGS WITH OUR BULK SUPPLIES - GET MORE FOR LESS
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Looking to save time and money on your commercial catering equipment orders? Consider signing up for a trade account.

With a trade account, you'll have all of your essentials and more in one easy-to-manage place. This can save you time and reduce stress by streamlining your order process. Opening a trade account with us is also the only way to guarantee that you're getting the best possible discounts on bulk orders.

Saving time and money isn't the only reason you should consider opening an account with us, however. You'll also benefit from working closely with our brilliant and passionate Field Sales team.

Our dedicated Territory Managers help businesses all over the UK, providing our customers with extensive knowledge, smart solutions, and friendly service. Whether you need assistance with a grand opening or simply changing the type of napkins you use, they're there to help.

DISCOVER THE PERFECT MATCH FOR YOUR HOSPITALITY BUSINESS - STEP INTO OUR SHOWROOM TODAY
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It's always great when you can see the products up close before you commit to your purchase, and a visit to our showroom in Stockport can facilitate this for you. We have over 6,000 stocked lines you can see to make sure you're choosing the right quality and style for your establishment. Our knowledgeable staff are always ready to advise and answer any questions you might have. There's free parking on-site, too!

Take your time exploring our selection and let your creativity flow as you mix and match to create the perfect combination for your business.

Our team of experts understands that your business is one-of-a-kind and derserves collection of products that are just unique.

Let us help you create a customised collection that reflects your brand's personality and meets your vision. With our unparalleled personalised service, you can trust that you're in good hands.

Other than a love for what we do, what else makes Stephensons the ultimate go-to supplier for thousands of UK businesses?

  • Our modern showroom for an immersive experience: Step into the North's largest showroom and Cash & Carry where you can browse over 6,000 stocked lines of catering supplies and equipment. There's even free parking on-site!
  • Cost-effective pricing: We constantly benchmark our pricing against the competition to give our account customers peace of mind that they're getting the best deals
  • Our own fleet of delivery vans: We have our own fleet of delivery vans and friendly drivers operating in the North West for a more personal and straight-foward experience.
  • The largest range in the industry: We're proud of our ever-evolving stock, bringing you new and innovative products from industry-known brands. You'll be spoilt for choice! View our New Product Catalogue to find this year's inspiration.
  • Easier ordering with trade accounts: We can offer excellent discounts for bulk orders when you open a trade account with us. Furthermore, our dedicated account managers can assist with your orders to ensure that you have everything you need, when you need it.
  • We are a Caterbar member: As a member of the Caterbar group of independent businesses, this gives us a greater buying power than if we work alone. Therefore, we can bring the best deals and offers to our account members all year round.

If you want to find out more about what we have to offer, see our As a customers reviews on Feefo.

Find high-quality catering equipment that simplifies your work and brings theatrical flair to your presentation. Browse our comprehensive selection online or visit our Stockport showroom to discover new inspirations and advice from our experts.