Seasonings: Gourmet Seasonings, Bespoke Blends
Spices: Culinary Spices, Functional Blends
Burger Mixes: Gourmet Burger Mixes
Sausage Mixes: Traditional Sausage Mixes, Gluten-Free Options
Bakery Products: Pie Mixes, Stuffing Mixes
Glazes & Coaters: Meat Coaters, Glazes
Plant-Based: Plant-Based Seasonings and Mixes
Free From: Gluten-Free, Allergen-Free Ingredients
With a legacy spanning over four decades, The Dalesman Group has established itself as one of the United Kingdom’s most respected names in the development and supply of quality seasonings, functional ingredients, and food solutions for the meat, bakery, and plant-based industries. Headquartered in Bradford, West Yorkshire, the company has become a critical innovation partner to butchers, food manufacturers, and retailers across the UK and internationally.
The Dalesman Group operates as a full-service food ingredients manufacturer and distributor, specialising in high-quality blends and technical food solutions. Their diverse product portfolio includes:
The company is widely regarded for its custom formulation services, offering clients the ability to co-develop proprietary blends tailored to specific nutritional, culinary, or regulatory requirements.
The Dalesman Group’s strength lies in their fusion of culinary creativity and food science. Through in-house product development and technical innovation, they provide:
Their cutting-edge facility in Bradford includes test kitchens, blending rooms, allergen-controlled areas, and packaging lines, all operating under stringent food safety certifications.
While The Dalesman Group remains privately held, data from industry sources and trade reports suggest annual revenues in the range of £15 million to £20 million, supported by a diversified client base across retail, foodservice, and export markets.
Their sub-brand Gordon Rhodes, known for gourmet slow-cooking sauces and stuffing mixes, is stocked in major UK retailers including Waitrose, Booths, and Ocado, contributing significantly to the Group’s B2C performance.
According to shipment records and trade databases, The Dalesman Group exports to over 15 international markets, with growing footprints in:
The company’s export strategy is supported by compliance with international food standards and tailored labelling capabilities.
The Dalesman Group serves a broad customer base that includes:
Their adaptable production scale and extensive recipe library make them an ideal partner for both niche artisanal producers and high-volume manufacturers.
Operating from their 40,000+ sq. ft. site in Bradford, The Dalesman Group manages a vertically integrated supply chain. Core capabilities include:
Their on-site Innovation Centre supports co-development with customers, enabling rapid prototyping, organoleptic testing, and shelf-life validation.
The Dalesman Group meets or exceeds all major food safety and quality benchmarks:
These accreditations ensure the highest level of assurance for UK retailers and international buyers alike.
Client feedback consistently praises The Dalesman Group for their product quality, technical expertise, and partnership approach:
“The Dalesman team helped us reformulate our sausage range to meet new salt and fat guidelines without compromising taste.”
— Technical Director, National Meat Brand (UK)
“They’ve been a reliable innovation partner for our private-label coatings and glazes for over a decade.”
— Category Buyer, EU Retail Group
The Dalesman Group is committed to sustainability through:
They continue to invest in clean-label innovation, helping clients meet both nutritional targets and environmental goals.
With its combination of technical expertise, culinary excellence, and scalable production, The Dalesman Group stands as a market leader in value-added food ingredients—trusted by legacy brands and food entrepreneurs alike.
