About NCE
Family-run catering equipment specialists with 45+ years' industry knowledge.
Family-run dealer of new and used commercial catering equipment. Based in Poole, Dorset; shipping nationwide.
Our story
We started as a small family operation in Dorset and have grown into one of the country's most trusted dealers of both new and pre-owned catering equipment.
We're still family-run, and that's deliberate. It means the person on the phone has actually been in our warehouse, knows the machines, and can tell you whether a used combi oven is genuinely the right fit for your kitchen — or whether you'd be better off with something else entirely.
What sets us apart from the bigger catalogue retailers is our used equipment specialism. Every used machine on our floor has been inspected and tested in-house by engineers who've been doing this for decades. That's the difference between buying second-hand off a marketplace and buying from a retailer who stands behind it.
Meet the team

Norman
Director
Norman oversees NCE's finance and accounts, drawing on many years' industry experience. He ensures that every piece of used equipment is thoroughly tested before it reaches the sales floor, so customers can always buy with confidence.

Richard
Director
Richard leads supplier relationships, pricing and logistics, making sure every customer gets the right equipment at the best price. His years in the industry mean he understands exactly what equipment needs to deliver under pressure, whatever the kitchen. He is the team's go-to for expert advice on kitchen equipment.

Gleyson
Operations Assistant
Gleyson's the friendly face you'll meet when he delivers or collects your equipment, and back at the warehouse he's hands-on with stock day to day. If you've had equipment delivered by NCE, you've probably met him already.

Marcia
Accounts Administrator
Marcia keeps the invoices, VAT and books in order, which means the rest of the team can focus on sourcing good equipment and looking after customers. Nothing at NCE runs smoothly without her.

Camila
Marketing Manager
Camila's behind the scenes on the newsletter, blog guides, social posts and website, making sure new and experienced business owners can find honest advice without the industry jargon. If you've read one of our guides or our social posts, that's Camila's work too.
Visit our warehouse
Poole
Dorset
BH12 4PE
United Kingdom
We're open Monday to Friday (except bank holidays), 9am to 4pm. Please check our socials or Google for special holiday opening hours. Free on-site parking and disabled access.
Company info
- Trading name
- Nationwide Catering Equipment Ltd
- Registered address
- Unit 12, Chalwyn Industrial Estate, Poole, Dorset, BH12 4PE
- Phone
- +44 1202 096447
- Companies House number
- 13212308
- VAT number
- GB 382965060
Want to talk to us?
Whether you're fitting out a new kitchen or replacing a single bit of kit, we're happy to help you find the right answer.
Get in touch