Seabrook crisps factory expansion moves forward

The company behind Seabrook in Bradford is expanding the factory site

Plans to build a second Seabrook crisps warehouse will be brought forward as part of the manufacturer's £12m expansion plans.

Calbee UK announced the construction of a 1,000m2 (10,763 sq ft) storage space on Duncombe Street in Bradford is going ahead.

The company said the development would help it produce more crisps.

Construction is continuing on the first phase of its plans, which involve a 4,000m2 (43,055 sq ft) extension and a 3,000m2 (32,291 sq ft) cooking and preparation warehouse.

Group finance director David Tickner said: “As would be expected, we are pleased with our strong 2023 results and continued growth.

"We were excited to announce the £12m extension to our Bradford manufacturing facility this year."

Seabrook started in Bradford as a fish and chip shop in 1939 and began selling crisps six years later.

It was acquired by Japanese brand Calbee in October 2018.