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Grand opening for Pilgrim’s new Colchester depot

Grand opening for Pilgrim’s new Colchester depot

The official opening of Pilgrim Foodservice's new wholesale depot was marked by the Mayor of Colchester, Councillor Lesley Scott-Boutell, who not only celebrated the launch of this impressive facility but also highlighted the positive impact it will have on the local community and beyond.

This new depot, a cornerstone of Pilgrim Foodservice’s ambitious investment plan, has already created 14 new jobs, reinforcing the company's commitment to supporting the local economy. The strategic location of the depot allows the family-run Caterforce member to expand its operations, ensuring more efficient deliveries of its products and services across Essex, Suffolk and London.


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“I was delighted to be invited to visit Pilgrim Foodservice’s new depot," said Mayor Scott-Boutell. "The new purpose-built cross dock is hugely impressive, and it was brilliant to receive a tour of the whole site. Pilgrim Foodservice is an asset to Colchester and I’m particularly pleased that not only has this expansion helped to create more jobs for the area, but it will also be a fantastic boost to the local economy.”

Charles Bateman, managing director of Pilgrim Foodservice, shared her enthusiasm: “It was great to have the Mayor officially open our new depot. The positive customer feedback we've received since the depot started operating reflects the dedication of our Colchester team, and the ribbon-cutting ceremony felt like the perfect way to celebrate this exciting new chapter.”

One long-standing customer commented, "The new Colchester depot has significantly improved how we purchase our stock. The quality and freshness of the products are second to none, and we’ve noticed that all of our deliveries are arriving earlier which is great for us.”

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