The Thames Valley 250 is an annual ranking celebrating the top privately-owned businesses in the region listed by annual sales turnover.
Qualifying companies must be independent and headquartered in the Thames Valley region.
The 2024 edition of the Thames Valley 250 is researched and compiled by The Business Magazine and sponsored by law firm Gateley Legal, accountancy and tax firm Blue Peak Consulting, office design specialists Morgan Lovell and insurance and benefits brokers Verlingue.
Cumulatively the 250 companies have an annual turnover of £35b this is a healthy 18 per cent growth from the previous edition. The companies on the 2024 ranking create an impressive 144,000 jobs.
All members are invited to enter the nominations for this year’s awards which will recognise outstanding achievements in eight categories. A private networking dinner will be held in September 2024 to celebrate these achievements.
If you would like to be considered for an award, or for more information please contact [email protected]
| 2024 | Company | Town | Description | Turnover (£m) | Employees | Year End |
| 1 | Westcoast | Theale | IT products distributor | 3,627.10 | 1,139 | 31/12/2022 |
| 2 | Ocean Partners | Maidenhead | Metal trading | 3,091.80 | 127 | 31/12/2022 |
| 3 | Urenco | Slough | Nuclear fuels | 1,520.00 | 1,746 | 31/12/2022 |
| 4 | CALA Group | Wooburn Green | Housebuilder | 1,325.00 | 1,297 | 31/12/2022 |
| 5 | AA Limited | Basingstoke | Roadside assistant provider | 1,044.00 | 7,290 | 31/01/2023 |
| 6 | Newbury Mobility | Newbury | Stairlift & mobility specialists | 1,000.90 | 1,764 | 31/12/2022 |
| 7 | WSH/Baxterstorey | Reading | Food services | 975 | 16,975 | 28/12/2022 |
| 8 | Hook 2 Sisters | Bampton | Poultry farming | 940.5 | 1,030 | 31/07/2022 |
| 9 | Unipart Group | Oxford | Logistics provider | 917.3 | 7,240 | 31/12/2022 |
| 10 | Whistl | Marlow | Postal services | 770.1 | 2,526 | 31/12/2022 |
| 11 | Rebound Technology Group | Newbury | Electronic component distributor | 732.7 | 379 | 31/12/2022 |
| 12 | Fletcher BAY Group t/a Argent Group | Henley-on-Thames | Food & food related businesses | 608.6 | 1151 | 31/12/2022 |
| 13 | AirTanker | Carterton | Tanker aircraft manufacturer | 498.5 | n/a | 31/12/2022 |
| 14 | Furniture Village | Slough | Furniture retailer | 474.9 | 1,243 | 07/03/2022 |
| 15 | Evergreen Garden Care | Camberley | Garden care | 429.8 | 1,114 | 30/09/2022 |
| 16 | Direct Wines/Laithwaites | Reading | Wine producer & retailer | 396 | 1032 | 01/07/2022 |
| 17 | Geos Group | Henley-on-Thames | Marine fuel sales | 384.9 | 40 | 31/12/2022 |
| 18 | DCS Group | Banbury | Manu/sale of health & beauty products | 373.8 | 422 | 30/06/2022 |
| 19 | Orange Genie Group | Aylesbury | Recruitment support services | 366.5 | 8,078 | 30/09/2022 |
| 20 | BAP Pharma | Marlow | Pharmaceuticals supplier | 342.2 | 61 | 31/12/2022 |
Awarded in recognition of the outstanding achievements of a CEO/managing director and the wider team in growing the business, driving innovation, establishing the culture of the company and developing the brand.
Awarded in recognition of the outstanding achievements of a CEO/managing director and the wider team in growing the business, driving innovation, establishing the culture of the company and developing the brand.
Awarded to the company that has gone above and beyond to attract, retain or support their staff, community and beyond over the past 12 months. Judges will be looking for innovative solutions, strong business culture and commitment to people and community.
This award recognises businesses that demonstrate exceptional innovation, sustainable growth, and market impact within their industry. Eligible enterprises must show a clear vision, creativity in overcoming challenges, and a commitment to ethical practices. Financial performance and scalability of the business model are also key evaluation criteria.
This award will be given to a company that can demonstrate true leadership. With a management team that can be viewed as motivational, decisive or innovative in the pursuit of excellence and has helped drive the business forward through challenging times.
Awarded to a privately-owned business that has grown considerably year-on-year with a compelling story to tell; be that growth by strategic acquisition, market-leading innovation, product diversification or exploring new markets.
This award recognises the achievements of businesses from the Ranking who are leading the way on sustainability and have implemented environmental initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint.
Awarded to a company that can demonstrate it is well set up to continue thriving over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Thames Valley community.
Awarded in recognition of the outstanding achievements of a CEO/managing director and the wider team in growing the business, driving innovation, establishing the culture of the company and developing the brand.
Awarded in recognition of the outstanding achievements of a CEO/managing director and the wider team in growing the business, driving innovation, establishing the culture of the company and developing the brand.
Awarded to the company that has gone above and beyond to attract, retain or support their staff, community and beyond over the past 12 months. Judges will be looking for innovative solutions, strong business culture and commitment to people and community.
This award recognises businesses that demonstrate exceptional innovation, sustainable growth, and market impact within their industry. Eligible enterprises must show a clear vision, creativity in overcoming challenges, and a commitment to ethical practices. Financial performance and scalability of the business model are also key evaluation criteria.
This award will be given to a company that can demonstrate true leadership. With a management team that can be viewed as motivational, decisive or innovative in the pursuit of excellence and has helped drive the business forward through challenging times.
Awarded to a privately-owned business that has grown considerably year-on-year with a compelling story to tell; be that growth by strategic acquisition, market-leading innovation, product diversification or exploring new markets.
This award recognises the achievements of businesses from the Ranking who are leading the way on sustainability and have implemented environmental initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint.
Awarded to a company that can demonstrate it is well set up to continue thriving over the next financial year, thereby having a hugely positive impact on the Thames Valley community.
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