Exhibiting at International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2025

Carr's Flour Mills Limited, headquartered in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom, is one of the most respected and enduring names in British flour milling. With a heritage dating back over 180 years, Carr’s has built its reputation on the consistent production of high-quality flours for both home baking and professional use. The company operates across multiple mill locations and services clients throughout the UK and internationally.

Core Business and Product Range

Carr's Flour Mills produces a wide variety of premium flours and bread mixes catering to retail, wholesale, and industrial clients. The product portfolio includes:

• White Flours:

  • Plain Flour
  • Self-Raising Flour
  • Strong White Bread Flour

• Wholemeal Flours:

  • Wholemeal Flour
  • Strong Wholemeal Bread Flour

• Specialty Flours:

  • Very Strong Canadian Flour
  • Sauce Flour (ideal for thickening)

• Bread Mixes:

  • Ciabatta Bread Mix
  • Mixed Grain Bread Mix
  • Sourdough Bread Mix

These products are supplied in various packaging formats, ranging from 1.5kg bags for consumers to bulk supply for industrial bakeries and food manufacturers.

Milling Capabilities and Infrastructure

Carr's Flour Mills operates three advanced milling facilities located in:

• Silloth (Cumbria)
• Kirkcaldy (Fife)
• Malden (Essex)

Each mill is strategically positioned close to port facilities, ensuring direct access to imported premium wheat varieties and efficient distribution. The company processes over 300,000 tonnes of wheat annually, supplying major supermarkets, artisan bakeries, and foodservice companies.

Specialisation and Unique Strengths

Carr’s reputation is built on several strategic strengths:

• Bread-Making Expertise: Offers some of the strongest flours available in the UK, including Canadian wheats with protein levels exceeding 13.5%, ideal for consistent dough performance.
• Heritage and Experience: Operating since the 1830s, Carr’s is one of the oldest continuously running milling companies in Britain.
• Trusted Retail Brands: Supplies own-label and licensed brands such as Carr’s, Homepride, and Solway Shores.
• R&D and Quality Assurance: Flour undergoes rigorous testing in on-site bakeries and labs to ensure high performance for both artisanal and industrial use.

Market Position and Financial Performance

Carr’s Flour Mills is part of the wider Carr's Group heritage but now operates independently following its acquisition by Whitworth Bros. Ltd in 2016.

• Estimated annual production capacity: over 250,000 metric tonnes of flour
• Supplies leading UK retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and Waitrose
• Significant supplier to craft bakeries, food manufacturers, and the hospitality industry
• Products exported to Europe, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, including flour for specialist bread types

Its strength lies in maintaining long-term customer relationships through consistency, traceability, and value.

Sustainability and Sourcing

Carr’s Flour Mills prioritizes sustainability throughout its supply chain:

• Wheat Sourcing: Combines the best of British wheat with imported North American and European varieties to optimize flour quality.
• Sustainable Farming Initiatives: Partners with UK growers to encourage regenerative farming practices.
• Energy-Efficient Mills: Continuous investment in mill efficiency and dust filtration systems to reduce emissions and waste.

Environmental stewardship is integral to the company’s operational model and is communicated transparently to stakeholders.

Certifications and Compliance

Carr’s facilities meet the highest standards of food safety and quality, including:

• BRC Global Standard for Food Safety (AA Grade)
• ISO 22000 Certified Food Safety Management Systems
• Red Tractor Assurance for British wheat sourcing
• Allergen management systems and full traceability from field to flour

These certifications ensure compliance across domestic and international regulatory environments.

Consumer and Industry Reputation

Carr’s Flour is well-regarded in both the consumer and professional baking markets:

• Trusted by Home Bakers: Their flours are popular among UK home bakers for consistent results, particularly for bread-making.
• Preferred by Artisanal Bakeries: Known for strength, extensibility, and fermentation tolerance.
• Award-Winning Products: Carr’s flours have received multiple commendations in baking competitions and trade shows.

Customer testimonials often highlight the consistency and reliability of Carr's products, even under commercial production pressures.

Notable Achievements

• Over 180 years of continuous operation in British flour milling
• One of the top five largest flour millers in the UK
• Introduced one of the UK’s first flour brands available directly to retail consumers
• Expanded into global markets, offering British-milled flour to international artisan and industrial users
• Maintains an extensive portfolio of private-label manufacturing contracts for UK’s largest grocery retailers

Carr's Flour Mills continues to innovate while preserving traditional quality. Its legacy of excellence and deep-rooted commitment to flour performance make it a cornerstone of the UK’s food production ecosystem.