A Family Heritage

A Family Heritage

As a family grown business we know the importance of making sure your family stays warm.

50+ Years of Service

50+ Years of Service

We have been delivering for over 50 years, so you are in safe hands.

The Personal Touch

The Personal Touch

Our goal is to give every customer the quality of service you would expect from a family business.

  • 1938

    Beginnings

    Ford Fuels started life as G H Ford & Sons shortly before the Second World War. George Ford borrowed £25 to invest in a horse and cart to begin supplying milk and coal to the villages surrounding Timsbury, near Bath.

  • 1945

    Concentrating on Fuel

    Following the war and with the help of sons Jack and Alan, the business grew in size and specialised in bringing coal to the West Country from Wales and the Midlands using 12 tipper trucks until the late 1960’s.

  • 1970

    Turning to Oil

    At the turn of the decade Jack and Alan started seeing the future of GH Ford & Son’s in oil, and in 1971 they invested in their first fuel tanker and started supply homes and farms in the Bath area.

    Over the next 15 years the business continued to grow steadily and saw the introduction of the third generation as Adrian, Michael and Richard joined the family business.

  • 1990

    Exponential Growth

    By the 1990’s it was clear that the depot in Timsbury had been outgrown and the business required larger premises which was eventually found at nearby Farrington Gurney. It was decided to move the whole operation to Farrington which still serves as the businesses head office today.

    The next 10 years served as a growth period for the Business as new fuel depots were opened in Stalbridge (Dorset) and Membury (Berkshire) as well as taking on 2 truck stops in near Frome and Bridgwater. Not only did the business expand geographically, but we also started supplying lubricants, Nationwide Fuel cards, as well as providing heating engineering services allowing the business to diversify into new markets.

  • 2000

    New Generations

    The early 2000’s also saw the next generation of the family coming into the business with John, Teelah, David and Ryan becoming involved. This also coincided with a period of consolidation and organic growth to solidify the expansion of the past 10 years.

    As Ford Fuels moved into the second decade of the 21st century Richard and John were keen to expand the business once more which led to the Company opening a new depot in Bow, near Crediton, and expanding the fuels and lubricants delivery area to include the county of Devon.

  • 2013

    Expansion

    This expansion was followed in 2013 when Ford Fuels made its first major acquisition in acquiring the fuel division of Countrywide Farmers Plc, adding a further 4 delivery depots and expanding the delivery area into Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, Powys, Buckinghamshire and the South Midlands.

    In recent years Ford Fuels have also acquired Hobbs Bros Ltd, a family fuel business based in Gloucester, GLB Ltd, a heating services company based in Evesham, and the west country Fuel business from Thomas Silvey Ltd.

  • 2022

    Into the Future

    Ford Fuels today is a far different business to what George Ford started all those years ago, although the company does maintain the drive and customer focussed vision instilled in the business through the generations.

    Today Ford Fuels employs over 180 people and operates 100+ vehicles delivering over 300 million litres of product per year.

Ford Fuels Heating Oil for Homes

News

Winter Advice

Winter Advice

Are You Ready For Winter? Homeowners should start preparing for the holiday season. Luckily, we have many suggestions for helping you get ready. We recommend ordering earlier in the season...
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Price Cap Announcement

Price Cap Announcement

The recent announcement by OFGEM that Between 1 January to 31 March 2025 the energy price cap is set at £1,738 per year for a typical household who use electricity and gas and pay by Direct Debit...
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Suicide Bereavement Charity

Suicide Bereavement Charity

Ford Fuels' own Mackenzie, and her sister in law Samantha hosted a charity event over the weekend for Sunflowers, a charity for suicide bereavement. The event was in honour of suicide bereavement...
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Cancer Research Fundraising

Cancer Research Fundraising

As Club Secretary at the Fosseway Golf Club, Melissa Haines (a member of the Ford Fuels Pricing Team) and Fosseway Club Captain Dave Josham, hosted a Charity Fundraiser at the Centurion Hotel in Midsomer Norton...
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Domestic Heating Newsletter

Domestic Heating Newsletter

With Autumn upon us and Winter just around the corner, now is the time to make sure that your home heating system is ready for the time ahead. Winter fuel has been in the news...
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Sponsorship: Frome RFC

Sponsorship: Frome RFC

We are delighted to announce that Frome RFC 1st XV & Club Captain, Geoff Taylor will be sponsored by Ford Fuels for the 2024/25 season. We wish them a great season, I'm sure Geoff and the team will do us proud...
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Sponsorship: Paulton Rovers

Sponsorship: Paulton Rovers

Ford Fuels are very happy to be supporting Martha Slocombe in her upcoming football season for Paulton Rovers Ladies FC. We’re proud to be a part of the growth of women’s football...
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Winter Fuel Payments

Winter Fuel Payments

With the Government’s decision to end Winter Fuel Payments, Ford Fuels want to ensure that our most vulnerable customers don’t have to worry about their fuel this winter season...
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Renewable Fuels Assurance

Renewable Fuels Assurance

Ford Fuels are now a member of the Zemo Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme. The Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme (RFAS) is an initiative designed and managed by Zemo Partnership. The Scheme...
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Gas Safety Week

Gas Safety Week

Ford Fuels is helping you stay Gas Safe in support of Gas Safety Week (9th-15th September 2024). Local Gas Safe registered engineers from Ford Fuels are participating in Gas Safety Week...
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Fixed Price Fuel

Fixed Price Fuel

Secure your fuel price now for the colder months ahead. Fixing your fuel price has the following benefits: Know what price you will be paying for your fuel in advance. Helps balance your household budget...
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AGA – Rayburn Installation

AGA – Rayburn Installation

Why Own an AGA Rayburn? For more than 75 years, Rayburn by AGA has been the warm heart of many British homes, leading the field in central heating range cookers. With it's iconic design, reliability...
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Common Problems with Boilers

Common Problems with Boilers

Boiler Lockout: If a boiler’s start sequence is interrupted for any reason, or the photocell fails to detect the flame on ignition, the control box may go to ‘lockout’. This may happen when there...
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Steps of a Tank Survey

Steps of a Tank Survey

1/ Arrival on site. 2/ Conversation with customer as to why site visit has been arranged (i.e. is the tank split, been refused delivery or customer has decided it’s time to change tank). 3/ Inspection of existing tank...
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How to: Telemetry Monitors

How to: Telemetry Monitors

What are Telemetry Monitors? This is a small gauge that sticks to the top of your tank (if your tank is made from metal, please let us know as we will need an adapter to fix...
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Niche Services We Offer

Niche Services We Offer

Weekend Boiler Servicing: This does incur an additional charge (£42) but is popular with busy customers that are only available at weekends to arrange access. Legionella Risk Monitoring: We usually do...
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Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Last month, Neil Priscott’s Cystic Fibrosis Trust charity cricket helped raise over £13,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. The Cystic Fibrosis Trust has worked closely with Neil’s family since the...
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Craven Pony Club Show 2024

Craven Pony Club Show 2024

We were proud to help sponsor this event for Craven Hunt Pony Club Show at Sparsholt Equine. A huge well done to all the Craven Hunt Pony Club members who took part in the show...
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Heat Pumps

Heat Pumps

We are an accredited installer for Worcester Heat Pumps. A heat pump is a relatively new technology in the UK although they are widely used in Scandinavia and many parts of Europe where there is an...
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Fuel Polishing

Fuel Polishing

Your operation shouldn’t be compromised by fuel contamination. The removal of solid particulates, water, and wet foreign matter requires multiple stages using different filter technologies and processes...
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Defibrillator for Local Cause

Defibrillator for Local Cause

Knowing that the Hullavington Village Hall Committee were aiming to  purchase and install a defibrillator in the village hall, Ford Fuels and the Malmesbury Bonfire Committee have helped to raise the funds to...
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Oil Stove Fires

Oil Stove Fires

Oil Stoves with Wood or Coal Burning Stove Appeal. With three models in the range from 5kw to 10kw they can heat any size of room and in some cases the whole house...
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Paperless Invoicing

Paperless Invoicing

Benefits of Going Paperless: Efficiency: Paperwork no longer needs to be organized and tracked manually. Convenient Access: Access your information anytime, anywhere. Environmental-Friendly...
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Unsafe Deliveries

Unsafe Deliveries

With ever changing (and increasing) insurance stipulations our drivers are trained in the importance of assessing and minimising risk with every delivery they undertake. Therefore, on occasion...
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Heating Oil Stats December

Heating Oil Stats December

Heating Oil is still the cheapest way to heat your home. We have just received the most recent 2023 statistic from Sutherland Tables (Sutherland tables is a reputable and established...
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What is BetterBURN?

What is BetterBURN?

BetterBURN has been developed through rigorous research and development in order for us to supply the best quality fuels to our customers. BetterBURN provides the following benefits...
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Winter Advice

Winter Advice

Are You Ready For Winter? Homeowners should start preparing for the holiday season. Luckily, we have many suggestions for helping you get ready. We recommend ordering earlier in the season...
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Heating Oil Stats September

Heating Oil Stats September

Heating Oil is still the cheapest way to heat your home. We have just received the most recent 2023 statistic from Sutherland Tables (Sutherland tables is a reputable and established...
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Autumn Advice

Autumn Advice

With the colder months here it’s time to make sure you and your heating system are prepared. Get your fuel early and make sure your appliances are in good working order...
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Government Green Policy

Government Green Policy

In recent weeks the Government has extended the timeline for some of their green plans. We want to assure our customers and the public that although the Government have extended their planned deadline...
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Steps to Converting to HVO

Steps to Converting to HVO

Once you have contacted us about switching to Renewable Fuel / HVO, you may wonder what happens next. Below is a list of all of the steps that will happen to help get your household onto its greener way of living...
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Going Greener with HVO

Going Greener with HVO

Did You Know we now offer a Renewable Fuel. Over the coming months we will be increasing the number of our vehicles that are fuelled with Renewable Diesel as it is very important to us that our business is sustainable...
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Government Biomass Strategy

Government Biomass Strategy

The long-awaited biomass strategy has been published by the Government. The strategy acknowledges the need for renewable liquid fuels in off-grid heating. The current position seems to be moving from theory...
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HVO at Glastonbury Festival

HVO at Glastonbury Festival

We’re very pleased to report that we have been working with Glastonbury Festival this year to ensure that their power needs will be met by renewable energy and renewable fuels, eliminating the need to rely on fossil...
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Boiler & AGA Financing

Boiler & AGA Financing

We are now working with Kanda to help offer our customers alternative payment plans that will help ease the burden of buying new appliances. To apply for financing contact us and we can help you arrange..
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Craven Pony Club Show

Craven Pony Club Show

We were proud to help sponsor this event for Craven Hunt Pony Club Show at Sparsholt Equine. A huge well done to all the Craven Hunt Pony Club members who took part in the show...
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

Last chance to claim £200 Alternative Fuel Payment. The government’s domestic Alternative Fuel Payment scheme comes to an end on 31st May. The £200 payment is open to anyone that uses kerosene heating...
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UKIFDA – Awards Winner

UKIFDA – Awards Winner

The first round of judging is complete and the finalists for the UKIFDA Young Person of the Year Award 2023 have been announced. Congratulations to our very own George Brinkworth...
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UKIFDA – Awards 2023

UKIFDA – Awards 2023

The first round of judging is complete and the finalists for the UKIFDA Young Person of the Year Award 2023 have been announced. Congratulations to our very own George Brinkworth...
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Gov Support Extension

Gov Support Extension

Change in £200 Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment terms. The government today has extended the receipt window for those heating oil customers wishing to apply through the government portal for their £200 domestic...
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Gov Support Non-Domestic

Gov Support Non-Domestic

UKIFDA notes that the government has launched the portal for non-domestic alternative fuel users that are based off the gas grid and use kerosene in their businesses. This will allow companies...
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Government Support Portal

Government Support Portal

Government launches online portal for alternative fuel payments. The government has launched the online alternative fuel payments portal for those heating oil customers who have not...
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

The government has announced that for those customers on heating oil that did not receive the £200 alternative fuel payment (AFP) directly via their electricity account, an online...
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

The £200 Payments will start today (06/02/23). Most customer will get the payment automatically as a credit on their electricity bill. They are expected to be completed within the month...
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

The government announced on Monday 23rd January that the Alternative Fuel Payments of £200 in Great Britain will commence on the 6th February. Heating oil customers should be aware of the following:
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

The government announced on Monday 19th December that the Alternative Fuel Payment of £200 will be made in January 2023 for customers in Northern Ireland and February 2023 in Great Britain...
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Update: Government Support

Update: Government Support

We have just been made aware via UKIFDA that a Department for Business Energy and Industrial Strategy minister has confirmed to MPs that the Domestic Alternative Fuel Payment of £200...
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Black Friday 2022

Black Friday 2022

Heating Oil PRICE DROP of 5p Per Litre. From 5pm Thursday 24th – Midnight Friday 25th November 2022. Take advantage of our Black Friday Offer and get your Heating Oil for a bargain price...
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Government Support Increase

Government Support Increase

The chancellor has today announced an increase in the alternative fuel payment to £200 for all off-grid domestic homes that use fuels such as heating oil. He has also announced a £150...
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HVO Welcoming News

HVO Welcoming News

The UK government have announced they will remove the taxation on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) imports from the US and Canada into the UK, previously imposed by the EU...
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£100 Government Support

£100 Government Support

The government’s recent announcement confirmed that that the mechanism to receive the £100 fixed payment to heating oil users will be made via their electricity bills. It is still not yet clear when it will be paid, with a...
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Keep Warm This Winter

Keep Warm This Winter

Winter can be problematic to heating systems if the correct plans are not in place to cope, but don't worry we are here to help you prepare for the change in weather conditions...
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Winter is Coming

Winter is Coming

Winter can be problematic to heating systems if the correct plans are not in place to cope, but don't worry we are here to help you prepare for the change in weather conditions...
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UPDATE Government Support

UPDATE Government Support

The Government announced plans to provide £100 support for households who are unable to receive support for their heating costs through the Energy Price Guarantee. This is welcome support...
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Frome Cheese Show 2022

Frome Cheese Show 2022

Saturday 10th September: West Woodlands Showground - Near Frome. A jam packed day full of entertainment that all of the family will enjoy, plus there will be lots and lots of cheese!
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Price Cap Announcement

Price Cap Announcement

We've been working hard to limit the impact of high energy prices, and the impact on home budgets of large payments coming out in one hit. OFGEM announced typical gas/electricity prices will rise by 80%...
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Congratulations – Fundraising

Congratulations – Fundraising

A huge well done to the Ford Fuels team who completed the Race to the Tower ultramarathon (double marathon). They managed to absolutely smash their fundraising goal of £500 by raising over £10,000 for...
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HVO Domestic Update

HVO Domestic Update

Renewable Fuels Update. Ford Fuels are proud to be working within the industry to help bring renewable alternative fuels to the market. HVO is one such fuel, which can reduce emissions by up to 90%...
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Tanks in Warm Temperatures

Tanks in Warm Temperatures

Your Tank in Warm Temperatures. Did you know tanks can split in warmer temperatures? We are advising all of our customers to check their tanks, just to make sure there are no issues.
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Gillingham & Shaftesbury 2022

Gillingham & Shaftesbury 2022

Wednesday 17th August: Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show celebrates everything Great about the Great British Countryside being a great rural day out for families and the Show where...
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Stock Car Racing

Stock Car Racing

Another update from Luke who we've been supporting in his stock car racing for a few years now. It's great to see our new Ford Fuels & Lubricants Direct logos emblazoned across his car this year...
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Mid Somerset Show 2022

Mid Somerset Show 2022

Sunday 21st August: Bringing you The Mid-Somerset Show, the only one day agricultural show in the South West with free entry for pedestrians. A fantastic family day out with...
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Mid Devon Show 2022

Mid Devon Show 2022

Saturday 23rd July: We will at the Mid Devon Show again this year, so make sure to pop by and see us. The Mid Devon Show is an agricultural show held annually in July in Tiverton, Devon...
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Music – Acton Aid

Music – Acton Aid

A community fund raising event with some brilliant nationally acclaimed acts. Use the code  'FORD10%MUSIC' (it isn't case sensitive) for 10% OFF tickets...
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What is AdBlue?

What is AdBlue?

Asking yourself, what is AdBlue? AdBlue is a colourless liquid made up of high purity urea and deionised water, and vehicles with SCR technology will have a separate tank filled with it...
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Fuel Market Update

Fuel Market Update

We are currently experiencing a high level of enquiries, we want to reassure you we will respond to everyone as quickly as possible. Please accept our sincere apologies for any delays and rest assured we are doing...
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Fuel Market Update

Fuel Market Update

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to unprecedented volatility in the fuel markets, with Brent crude hitting $118 per barrel in trading this morning. Due to this price volatility, we are currently only able to provide...
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Save the Date

Save the Date

Timsbury Cricket Club are proud to be putting on a charity fundraiser in memory of Richard Ford and Jer Thompson, two men who gave so much to the local village club and community. The day will involve...
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Charity Marathon

Charity Marathon

Weʼre raising £500 to to donate between the British Heart Foundation and Timsbury Cricket Club. ‘Team Ford Fuels’ consists of five employees selected form Ford Fuels’ multiple depots. The athlete profile of each...
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Weather Warning

Weather Warning

I’m sure you are aware that the Met Office have issued a red / amber weather warning across our delivery area for tomorrow morning (18th February 2022). Due to the high risk to our drivers in the red warning...
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Mendip Times: Ford Fuels at 50

Mendip Times: Ford Fuels at 50

Thank you to the Mendip Times for a lovely article about us which will appear in their December issue. In 2021 we celebrated our Golden Anniversary. Its been 50 years since our company was first founded and we...
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Bristol’s Top 100 Companies

Bristol’s Top 100 Companies

We are very proud to have appeared in the Business Leader Top 100 Bristol Owner-Managed Companies, and well done to everyone else who joined us. Business Leader has partnered with leading...
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Going Green! Renewable Fuels

Going Green! Renewable Fuels

Coming Soon! Ford Fuels are proud to be working within the industry to help bring renewable alternative fuels to the market. HVO is one such fuel, which can reduce emissions by up to 90%. Once trials are complete...
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Supporting Local Teams

Supporting Local Teams

Going Greener with HVO Renewable Fuels: We have chosen to partner with Chipping Norton Rugby Club by providing them with a fossil free alternative to regular gas oil. Our aim is to promote change, sustainability...
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New to Oil Tanks? 3 Handy Tips

New to Oil Tanks? 3 Handy Tips

3 Things to Consider if you're new to oil tanks: Congratulations! You’ve just bought your dream home in the country. If it comes with an oil tank that could mean that alongside planning, organising and...
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Keeping Costs Down in Winter

Keeping Costs Down in Winter

No one wants to be cold around this time of year, so we have put together a few tips to help you keep warm and save money. Use timers on your heating – 30 minutes before...
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Check the Health of Your Tank!

Check the Health of Your Tank!

Did you know that most domestic oil storage tanks have an expected life span of twenty years? An inspection of your tank now, could help avoid any loss of heating during the colder months...
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Frome Cheese Show 2021

Frome Cheese Show 2021

Saturday 11th September: West Woodlands Showground - Near Frome. A jam packed day full of entertainment that all of the family will enjoy, plus there will be lots and lots of cheese!
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Moreton in Marsh Show 2021

Moreton in Marsh Show 2021

Saturday 4th September: Moreton Show is one of the biggest one-day agricultural shows in the UK. The 165 acre site in the beautiful north Cotswolds is packed with things to see and do – and...
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Gillingham & Shaftesbury 2021

Gillingham & Shaftesbury 2021

Wednesday 18th - Thursday 19th August: Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show celebrates everything Great about the Great British Countryside being a great rural day out for families and the Show where...
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Mid Somerset Show 2021

Mid Somerset Show 2021

Sunday 15th August: Bringing you The Mid-Somerset Show, the only one day agricultural show in the South West with free entry for pedestrians. A fantastic family day out with something for everyone from...
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Mid Devon Show 2021

Mid Devon Show 2021

Saturday 24th July: Experience a true celebration of rural Mid Devon with an eclectic mix of breathtaking entertainment, food, shopping, music, horticulture and farm life. Mid Devon Show is an award winning...
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Hobbs Bros.

Hobbs Bros.

We are delighted to announce that the Hobbs Bros depot has now been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand from 1st September 2019. Since the acquisition...
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Silvey Fuels

Silvey Fuels

We are delighted to announce that Silvey Fuels has been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand. Silveys has been supplying fuel to homes, farms...
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GLB Services

GLB Services

We are delighted to announce that GLB Services has now been fully integrated into the Ford Fuels group and will trade under the Ford Fuels brand from November 2018...
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