Del Boy’s biggest fan has opened his latest discount warehouse in Scunthorpe – with a little help from RNS.
Celebrations at the opening of the Scunthorpe branch of Trotters. Managing Director Doug Wadham (second left) and his wife Roz (third right) are joined by (left to right) general manager Dave Potts, the Mayor of North Lincolnshire Cllr Trevor Foster, RNS Chartered Accountants partner Rob Smith and NatWest bank’s Dave Rogers.
Doug Wadham is behind Trotters Traders, a new £1.1-million retail development on Brigg Road.
The previously disused warehouse became the fifth such store in Lincolnshire, the business named in tribute to Only Fools and Horses, Doug’s favourite TV comedy.
But he’s the first to acknowledge the help given by a supporting cast, which includes RNS Chartered Accountants.
Doug said: “Everybody needs help from good, trusted people. Del Boy had Rodney and Uncle Albert, I have Robert Smith at RNS!
“Robert’s help and support in getting this latest warehouse off the ground has been invaluable.
“He’s done the business planning – that made it easier for the bank - and helped with the tax aspects.
“He’s an important part of our successful team.”
Doug said 20 full and part-time jobs had been created with the opening.
“We’ve a highly successful formula that has worked since we opened our first discount warehouse in 2008.
“This will be our fifth. The bigger we get, the stronger our negotiating position with our suppliers and that means cheaper prices for the public.
“I’m certain the people of Scunthorpe will love the bargains we will have on offer.”
Doug said the new store stocked more than 12,000 different lines, including tools and pet supplies, and is open seven days a week.
“I’d like to thank the staff, and particularly general manager Dave Potts, for all the hard work that’s been put in to ensure we open on schedule and have a great retail offer for the people of Scunthorpe.”
Robert wished him and the rest of his team well with the expansion.
“It’s great to see the warehouse opening after all the planning and anticipation,” he said.
“I’m pleased to play a small part in a very successful business. Congratulations to Doug, son Ryan and the team.”
More details about the business can be found at www.trotters-traders.co.uk
Robert can be contacted at RNS on (01724) 842713.