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Industry Stats

A top‑level look at current industry trends, giving workplace professionals a feel for how UK markets are evolving and the direction they’re moving in.

Breakroom & catering: industry at a glance

A snapshot of the UK hospitality and catering landscape in five powerful numbers.

Sector size
176,685
Hospitality businesses

The UK hospitality sector includes around 176,685 businesses in 2025, with 97.7% being SMEs.

Market value
£55bn
2024 valuation

The UK hospitality market was valued at approximately £55 billion in 2024.

Economic impact
£93bn
Annual contribution

Hospitality contributes around £93 billion annually to the UK economy, generating £54bn in tax receipts.

Contract catering
£4.9bn
2024 value

UK contract catering was worth around £4.9 billion in 2024, up 7% year‑on‑year.

Corporate catering
£1.35bn
2025 projection

Corporate catering revenue is projected to reach around £1.35 billion in 2025, driven by hybrid work patterns.

Other Industry Stats

Click each tab below to view a snapshot of each category’s latest trends and statistics.

Cleaning & Hygiene Breakroom & Catering Tech Furniture & Ergonomics Workwear & PPE Print & Promo Industrial & Warehouse Personal Care & Wellbeing Health & Safety

All industry data was correct at the time of publication and is reviewed annually. Figures are based on publicly available reports from UK government bodies, industry associations and recognised market research organisations.