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For over 25 years, whichfranchise has promoted ethical franchise opportunities in the UK, including franchises that are members of the British Franchise Association. We believe in giving prospective franchisees the best franchise advice and access to franchise opportunities of all types and investment levels.

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Raising Finance

It is a big step from deciding to start a franchise to actually opening your doors for business. For many, one of the biggest hurdles is approaching the bank for finance.

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Franchise Legal

Due to the complex nature of franchising, it is essential that you seek legal advice from a franchise lawyer. We can help with reviewing a franchise agreement and settling franchise disputes.

Visit our dedicated franchise law section...

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Franchise Resales

You don't have to start a franchised business in the UK from scratch; many existing franchisees are looking to sell their franchise. In our resale section you will find advice on buying and selling a franchise resale, stories of those who bought a resale as well as listings of existing franchises for sale across the UK.

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Franchising Your Business

Are you considering franchising your business? If yes, we can help. Our "Franchise Your Business" section will help you to decide if franchising is the right expansion route for your business, and if so, how to franchise your business.

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Ask The Experts

Franchising can be a very complex area and to make sure you find the right franchise for you, or set up your own franchise correctly, is it imperative that you do as much research as possible. This includes seeking professional help and advice. Our Ask the Expert section allows you to post questions regarding funding a franchise, legal issues, accountancy, consultancy and general franchise advice.

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Master, Area Development and Multi-Unit Franchising

whichfranchise helps match successful global franchise brands with qualified groups and individuals looking for scaleable Master, Area Development and Multi-Unit opportunities.

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Franchisee Story
My Sushi Moment
Posted:23-June-2025

Talha Tahir opened The Sushi Co’s Kensington’s franchised store in 2023.  As franchisee, he now oversees the success of his own authentic live sushi kitchen and restaurant.  In the past few years, the Kensington branch has built up a reputation for flavoursome, fresh food in the local area, which keeps customers coming back for more unforgettable taste experiences.

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Franchisee Story
Exclusive Interview with Sunny Rahim, Franchisee, The Sushi Co
Posted:11-June-2025

Sunny Rahim is The Sushi Co franchisee for Waterloo, Victoria, Notting Hill and Holborn.  Previously an operations manager at Papa Johns for one of The Sushi Co’s co-founders Raheel Choudhary, Sunny relished the chance to become involved in a new innovative brand when the opportunity became available.

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97% of franchisors say mental health impacts business - and now they're ready to lead the change
Posted:23-June-2025

A clear message is emerging from the franchise sector: mental health matters – and it’s directly tied to business performance. In a recent nationwide survey, 100% of franchisees and 97% of franchisors said mental health challenges have affected, or could affect, the health of their business. Over 60% of franchisees reported experiencing stress, overwhelm, or low mood. Yet fewer than 1 in 5 franchises have a formal wellbeing policy in place.

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The Sushi Co Celebrates New Openings in Hampstead and Harringay & Invites Franchise Applications as Growth Plans are Confirmed
Posted:23-June-2025

The Sushi Co is celebrating fresh store launches in Hampstead and Harringay.  Originally set up in 2022, The Sushi Co now has 21 sites and is inviting franchise applications as the brand’s growth plans are confirmed, with the aim to open 30 stores by the end of 2025.

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Franchisor Interview
Interview with Colin Martin-Weekes Franchise General Manager of GoCruise
Posted:05-June-2025

GoCruise & Travel is a proud member of the Fred. Olsen Travel Group and was originally established 15 years ago. The company has seen a business increase of 8% compared to 2023 figures and now with a phenomenal 61 travel franchisees selling under the brand, there is renewed optimism going forward. Colin Martin-Weekes, Franchise General Manager talks about how successful the business has been over the last 12 months.

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Franchisor Interview
Exclusive interview with Raheel Choudhary, Co-Founder of The Sushi Co
Posted:28-May-2025

Raheel Choudhary, Co-Founder of The Sushi Co talks about the growing sushi market and the excitement about the brand’s live sushi kitchens.  He also discusses how the experienced team at the Sushi Co have worked to refine their business model over the years and have invested in the tools needed to maximise profitability and ROI for franchisees.

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whichfranchise... over 25 years of delivering franchising results

whichfranchise has worked with some of the world's leading and most knowledgeable experts in ethical franchising to provide prospective franchisees with the best advice in helping them decide whether franchising is right for them.

As well as our online resources, we were also very instrumental in creating and delivering learning courses and seminar programmes on "How to Buy a Franchise" for the British Franchise Association and UK Government Agencies.

We are more than just a franchise website; whichfranchise is packed with EXPERT advice from credible franchise EXPERTS. Our step by step guide equips you with everything you need to know about buying a franchise in the UK; from franchise finance to franchise legal to how to choose the right franchise for you, whichfranchise covers it all. We help you to understand all areas of franchising before looking at which franchises to buy.

Our franchise directory allows you to read more about each opportunity including stories on some of their successful franchisees; you can find out what it is really like to become a franchisee from those who know best.

If you are interested in any of the opportunities and want to know more, simply fill in the form at the bottom of the page and the franchisor will send you a copy of their prospectus. With franchise opportunities covering a wide range of industries, types and franchise investment, there's' something for everyone.

We also have existing franchises for sale in our franchise resale section; these are, in most cases, established businesses that the owners are looking to sell on. This may be because they are retiring, relocating, ill health or simple wish to pursue other opportunities.

High investment franchising is for those looking for a more substantial opportunity to invest into. This section covers master franchising and multi-unit franchising. Many of these opportunities will be new to the UK, though successful in their own country, whilst others are established in the UK but looking for experienced investors to drive the brand forward.

Experts are on hand to answer any questions you have about buying or selling a franchise, as well as franchising a business. If you are a franchisor and keen to expand in the UK, we can send you information for advertising on whichfranchise. We look forward to helping you.

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