V.A.Whitley & Co Ltd

V.A.Whitley & Co Ltd VA Whitley is the premier supplier to the Fish and Chip and Fast Food Trade in the North West of England and North & Mid Wales.

Founded in 1899, we remain an independent company enjoying fourth generation involvement within our management structure. Throughout our history we have sought to emulate the high standards set by our founder, providing customers with quality products at competitive prices whilst maintaining excellent levels of service. Today we offer you a range of products designed to provide your business with “one stop” supply. Our full range of dried goods, packaging and catering equipment has been complemented by a broad range of top quality-frozen fish, pies and foods detailed in our website - www.vawhitley.co.uk

Based in Heywood with modern sales and distribution depots at Blackpool and Colwyn Bay we operate a modern fleet of over 20 vehicles capable of delivering both frozen and ambient goods in order to respond to your business requirements wherever you are in the North West. VA Whitley is a founder member of the Q Partnership consisting of three independent companies offering distribution across the UK. These companies work together to initiate product and marketing innovations and are the exclusive supplier of Q, 42nd Street, Keep it Clean and Real Food Packaging branded products. Save and Select is a customer loyalty scheme unique to V A Whitley as a member of the Q Partnership. Throughout our website you can easily identify which products are part of the scheme and the value of points they contribute to your total. Every time you buy these products you automatically accumulate points, which can be exchanged for a range of vouchers. Ask for your free copy of the Save & Select brochure and enjoy the benefits yourself! We are continuously developing in our infrastructure and customer services. We offer you our expertise and product development to enhance your business. We publish regular editions of our newsletter “VAW News”, free point of sale material is available, and we regularly attend exhibitions including our own 'INNOVATIONS'. Should you require any further assistance please speak to one of our management team, sales-force or telephone sales operators who will be delighted to answer questions and assist you at all times.

Are you a restaurant or mobile operator?! Do you have what it takes to become a National Fish and Chip Award winner?!You...
15/09/2026

Are you a restaurant or mobile operator?! Do you have what it takes to become a National Fish and Chip Award winner?!

You have just one more week to enter the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027!!

Follow the link below and get your entries in before the deadline!!

🏆🍟🐟 ONLY ONE WEEK TO GO! 🐟🍟🏆

There’s just one week left to enter the National Fish & Chip Awards 2027 Restaurant of the Year and Mobile Operator of the Year categories.

Whether you’re serving exceptional fish and chips in a fantastic restaurant setting or taking quality fish and chips on the road, now’s the time to put your business in the national spotlight.

These categories celebrate the businesses setting high standards across food quality, consistency, customer service, professionalism and hospitality.

Think your restaurant or mobile operation has what it takes? Don’t miss your chance to show the industry what makes your business stand out.

⏰ Entries close: 22 September 2026
👉 Enter now: https://thefishandchipawards.com/

Have you taken advantage of this months special offers?Add to your order with the telesales team or speak to your sales ...
15/09/2026

Have you taken advantage of this months special offers?

Add to your order with the telesales team or speak to your sales manager for more information!

Nostalgic look. Modern Performance. Introducing our newsprint corrugated boxes - combining timeless newspaper style desi...
09/09/2026

Nostalgic look. Modern Performance.

Introducing our newsprint corrugated boxes - combining timeless newspaper style design with practical, sustainable packaging.

♻️ 100% recyclable
🔥 Helps keep your food warmer for longer
📦 Quick and easy to assemble
🗂️ Flat-packed for easy storage

Perfect for Fish & Chip Takeaways, Fast Food Venues, and Event Catering!

NATIONAL CHIP WEEK 2026!!!National Chip Week is returning the October! Celebrate all things CHIPS with your customers! W...
08/09/2026

NATIONAL CHIP WEEK 2026!!!

National Chip Week is returning the October! Celebrate all things CHIPS with your customers! We have posters and social media graphics free of charge so you can spread the word!

Check out the latest issue of Whitley News, arriving with your deliveries this week!!

V.A. Whitley Pricing Survey 2026. Over the last month our area sales managers have been on the road collating prices fro...
04/09/2026

V.A. Whitley Pricing Survey 2026.

Over the last month our area sales managers have been on the road collating prices from Fish & Chip Shops in the area served by V.A. Whitley.

We do the pricing survey annually, giving our customers a figure to compare and reflect their prices.

*Prices collated in August 2026.

There's now less than TWO WEEKS to enter The National Fish and Chip Awards for Takeaway of the Year!The Fish and Chip Ta...
03/09/2026

There's now less than TWO WEEKS to enter The National Fish and Chip Awards for Takeaway of the Year!

The Fish and Chip Takeaway of the Year category celebrates businesses that set the standard for great fish and chips, from quality and consistency to customer service, teamwork and overall operation.

Enter online following the link below!

ENTRIES OPEN NOW ENTER HERE LATEST NEWS Andrew Wilkinson, general manager at Trenchers of Whitby by sam parish | July 28, 2026 | AWARDS NEWS, NEWS, NEWS_2027 | 0 CommentsWhat does Yorkshire Day mean to Trenchers of Whitby? Yorkshire Day means celebrating all that is great about our county. Taking th...

Throughout May & June V. A. Whitley customers had their chance to win their share of £20,000!!Entry was gained for each ...
01/09/2026

Throughout May & June V. A. Whitley customers had their chance to win their share of £20,000!!

Entry was gained for each case of Heinz SqueezMe purchased during May and June 2026.

Our winners are:

Atlantic Fish Bar
Orange Fish, Blackpool
Busy Bee, Ainsdale.

Congratulations to all winners!

Keep an eye on our newsletter for more competitions!

💷Save this summer!!Our August Special Offers are now live!!Add to your order now with our telesales team
04/08/2026

💷Save this summer!!

Our August Special Offers are now live!!

Add to your order now with our telesales team

27/07/2026

ICYMI: On Friday we announced that Innovations is returning in 2027.

Sunday 7th February at the Toughtsheet Community Stadium, home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club.

Keep your eyes peeled for ticket information and exhibitor announcements!

We can't wait to see you in the hall!

Address

Millward House, Fir Street
Heywood
OL101NW

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

01706 364211

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