Our History Our family business has evolved from a one man pig dealing firm founded by George Samworth in 1896 to today’s quality chilled and ambient foods group with over 9,500 people. 2020 The Group acquires a majority stake in Higgidy, the premium pies and quiche brand. 2019 The Group acquires Manton Wood, a leading supplier in the Food-to-Go area producing a combination of sandwiches, wraps and rolls. 2018 Ginsters unveils new product packaging across its chilled savoury pastry and food-to-go category 2017 Oak Meadow opens its doors as the new home for Samworth Brothers Supply Chain 2017 The Group acquires West Cornwall Pasty Co 2015 The group buys leading sports nutrition brand, SCI-MX 2014 Bradgate Bakery expands with the building of Bradgate Bakery – Ashton Green 2014 Iconic malt loaf brand Soreen is acquired by the Group 2013 Samworth Brothers Sports Opportunity Fund is launched 2013 Samworth Brothers Charity Challenge fundraising total reaches £1 million 2011 Samworth Brothers wins the Family Business of the Year Award at the Private Business Awards 2009 David Samworth received a knighthood for services to charity 2008 Coldcall established 2004 Ginsters wins Management Today’s UK Food Company of the Year 2003 Samworth Brothers wins Leicestershire’s ‘Business of the Decade’ award 2003 Saladworks established 2003 Samworth Brothers wins JP Morgan’s Family Business Honours 1999 Tamar Foods established 1999 Kettleby Foods established 1998 Samworth Brothers Distribution established 1998 Melton Foods established 1996 Walkers Deli & Sausage Co established 1993 Bradgate Bakery established 1992 Westward Laboratories established 1992 Dickinson & Morris is acquired 1986 Long established Walker & Son of Leicester is acquired 1985 The company changes its name to Samworth Brothers 1978 Pork Farms is sold to Northern Foods 1977 Ginsters is purchased 1973 Family builds its first ‘own label’ bakery 1971 The business is floated as Pork Farms plc 1969 Pork Farms is purchased 1950 Frank Samworth buys TN Parrs 1896 George Samworth starts his own business Get in touch Chetwode House, 1 Samworth Way, Leicester Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1GA Contact Us About Us About Samworth Brothers Work For Us Group Policy Statements Modern Slavery Statement Standard Conditions of Purchase What we do Our Products Our Businesses Our Responsibilities Our News © 2021 Samworth Brothers Registered number: No. 3116767 Privacy Policy Cookie Terms of Use Made by Bluestone 360 We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However you may visit Cookie Settings to provide a controlled consent. For more detailed information about the cookies we use, see our Cookies Policy. Cookie settingsACCEPT ALL