Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted UK Grocery Export Partner
Lynton Exports has built a reputation as a trusted partner in the global export of UK grocery and non-food products. Established in 1979, we leverage over four decades of industry expertise to connect international importers with premium UK brands, including Unilever, Cadbury, and Britvic. Our family-run business combines deep market knowledge with a commitment to exceptional service, ensuring seamless logistics and compliance with international regulations. Partnering with Cheadle Warehouse Services for over 40 years, we provide comprehensive warehousing, freight handling, and quality control solutions tailored to global supply chains.Our team prioritises transparency, conducting rigorous credit checks and legal due diligence to mitigate risks for clients. With multilingual capabilities and a focus on market-specific product strategies, we act as an extension of manufacturers' export departments, offering container consolidation, sales reporting, and end-to-end supply chain management. Our dedication to adaptability and client-centric solutions has sustained growth across ambient, chilled, frozen, and non-food sectors, serving diverse markets worldwide.
Services
UK Grocery Export
Non-Food Export
Global Distribution
Market Entry Consultation
Logistics Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We have 46 years of experience in UK food export markets
- Our team includes multilingual experts fluent in 6 languages
- We partner with Cheadle Warehouse Services for premium logistics
- We provide end-to-end supply chain management solutions
- Our credit verification and legal compliance processes ensure transaction security
Services
UK Grocery Export
We specialise in exporting premium UK grocery products to global markets, offering a comprehensive selection from leading brands like Unilever and Cadbury. Our service includes market analysis, product selection, and compliance management to ensure successful international distribution. With 46 years of experience, we provide tailored solutions for ambient, chilled, and frozen food exports.
Non-Food Export
Our non-food export service covers pottery, kitchenware, electrical items, and toys to international markets. We manage the complete export process from container loading to documentation compliance. Our expertise ensures smooth distribution of diverse non-food products while maintaining adherence to international regulations and market requirements.
Warehousing & Distribution
Partnering with Cheadle Warehouse Services for over 40 years, we offer comprehensive warehousing solutions including FCL/LCL handling, palletisation, and product labelling. Our logistics network supports seafreight, road, and air freight with quality control checks for damaged goods and BBE date verification to maintain product integrity during transit.
Market Entry Consultation
We provide expert guidance on entering new markets through detailed legal requirement analysis and documentation preparation. Our service includes embassy consultations, compliance checks via official sources, and market-specific product strategy development to ensure successful international market penetration for UK manufacturers.
Supply Chain Management
Our end-to-end supply chain management covers product sourcing, container consolidation, and real-time tracking from UK depots to international destinations. We offer credit verification, sales reporting, and risk mitigation strategies while maintaining direct communication with both UK suppliers and international importers throughout the distribution process.
People
Erika Bates
Director
With 30 years' experience at Lynton, Erika manages financial operations and leverages extensive industry contacts. She graduated from Leeds University and co-leads the business with her brother Rob, ensuring continuity of the family legacy.
Rob Sandall
Director
As second-generation director with 26 years in the business, Rob specialises in global market development. He builds strategic connections across sales and procurement networks while maintaining the family's founding principles of integrity and service.
Kirsty Brundrett
Export Account Manager
Kirsty brings 20+ years of customer service expertise to her role, focusing on client support and product promotion. She joined in 2024 to enhance customer relationships and ensure timely communication about new product launches and market opportunities.
Ricardo Flores Santos
Market Development Manager
With 17 years at Lynton, Ricardo specialises in Latin American and European markets. Fluent in four languages, he focuses on organic and free-from product lines while maintaining strong relationships with international buyers and suppliers.
Annette Venebles
Export Sales Specialist
Annette contributes 30+ years of export sales experience since joining in 2021. She prioritises exceptional customer service and detailed reporting, combining organisational excellence with a commitment to client satisfaction in international trade operations.
Questions
What UK grocery brands can you supply internationally?
We represent major UK brands including Unilever, Cadbury, McVities, Britvic, and Premier Foods across food, beverage, and non-food categories.
How do you ensure compliance with international regulations?
We conduct thorough legal checks using official sources, embassy consultations, and credit verification processes to ensure full compliance with import requirements.
What logistics services do you provide?
We offer container loading, palletisation, product labelling, and quality control through our Cheadle Warehouse partnership, supporting sea, road, and air freight.
Can you help with market-specific product strategies?
Yes, we provide tailored market analysis and product selection advice to optimise shelf performance in target demographics worldwide.
How do you handle payment security?
We strictly handle UK-based payments through our verified accounts, eliminating global financial risks for manufacturers and suppliers.
