Page 2 - Food Franchise Opportunities Plymouth

Starting a new business in Plymouth

Discover the business options waiting for you in Plymouth, situated in the South West. On this page you'll find a range of brands that could make you a franchisee in the Plymouth area. Becoming a franchisee would allow you to manage your own business and benefit from comprehensive support. Browse our extensive possibilities in order to find the right brand for you, and you'll be one step closer to starting your own business.

There are 263,000 people in the Plymouth region. The most prevalent age group in the population falls in the 20-39 age bracket. The 4.6% unemployment rate among the 129,300 economically active people in the area is slightly higher than the national average. The United Kingdom's annual average salary is close to ?31,000. Salaries in Plymouth are lower in comparison, averaging ?24,371 a year.

Running a franchise in the Food industry

Are you interested in the Food industry? If so, there are 136 available franchises to choose from in the United Kingdom. Have a browse through our six Bakery franchises, three Wine franchises, three Weight Loss franchises, 11 Sweets franchises and eight Ice Cream franchises to see if any suit your career goals and aspirations. Interesting fact: companies in Hospitality and Food Services employ 9,000 people in the Plymouth area. This could be your opportunity to open a successful business of your own!

Read about these three brands to see what franchise opportunities exist

If you're interested in the Food industry, have a look at Wiltshire Farm Foods. The brand is developing, with 80 outlets currently in operation, and a desire to expand further. Eligible candidates may apply for financial aid.

If the Food sector appeals to you, Shakeaway is another option you could consider. By joining its current 40 franchisees, you would become a part of a growing brand network. A total of ?100,000, a significant initial investment, is required to open a Shakeaway franchise. You might want to consider getting a loan to cover the startup costs, in which case at least ?40,000 of the total investment should come from your personal funds. The higher startup costs make this an opportunity best suited for most established franchisees with greater access to financial resources. You will also need to invest in a large premises to operate this business. Also, if you can't afford the startup costs alone, you may be entitled to financial assistance. Visit our website for details.

As a final Food franchise option, take a look at Cinnabon. Launched in 2004, the brand has gained valuable experience and expertise over the past 16 years. The brand has grown over time and now operates in 1,300 different locations.

The Food industry currently has 136 franchising opportunities. If you're still torn between different sectors, no problem! Point Franchise offers close to 250 franchising opportunities across a variety of sectors. Enjoy exploring your options.