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John Coles Contractors Ltd

Active, accounts up to date·subcontractor & supplier·Head office Torrington

About from company website

Established in 1963 by John Coles, the company began as an agricultural contracting business. A pivotal moment came in 1978 when an investment in plant machinery shifted the company's trajectory. Now, six decades later and three generations in, Trevor, Geoffrey, Matthew, Chris, Daniel, and Stephen Coles continue to expand John's vision.

This family-run enterprise prides itself on offering familiar and friendly faces, taking the time to understand specific client needs and leveraging decades of experience to provide tailored support. With over 70 pieces of plant machinery and goods vehicles, John Coles Contractors offers flexibility and a commitment to quality and value, driven by innovation built on practical knowledge. The company has built an incredible reputation for quality and value, with many long-serving drivers demonstrating the team's dedication and expertise.

This deep passion for their work is evident in their commitment to exceeding John Coles' original ambitions. They operate with a focus on practical knowledge and innovation, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the industry while maintaining their core family values and client-centric approach.

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Accreditations from company website

  • Avetta Member
  • Coms safety scheme
  • CPA
  • SafeContractor
  • Construction Line silver member
  • Fleet operator recognition scheme
  • SSIP
  • RHA member

Clients mentioned from company website

Molson Group.

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Questions about John Coles Contractors Ltd from the record on this page

What does John Coles Contractors Ltd do?

John Coles Contractors Ltd offers plant hire, earth moving, haulage, agricultural contracting, landfill and recycling services across the UK. Family-run since 1963. Their listed services include Plant hire, Groundworks, Site clearance, Road surfacing and Drainage.

Where is John Coles Contractors Ltd based?

John Coles Contractors Ltd is registered at East View, Langtree, Torrington, EX38 8LZ, in South West.

What areas does John Coles Contractors Ltd cover?

John Coles Contractors Ltd states that it works across Nationwide.

How many people work at John Coles Contractors Ltd?

Accounts filed for the year to 2024 report 66 employees, which places the company in the 50-249 employees band.

What is John Coles Contractors Ltd's turnover?

John Coles Contractors Ltd does not disclose turnover: UK small-company accounts are not required to. Based on headcount and trade debtors in its filed accounts, turnover is likely to fall between £5.9m and £16.0m. This is an estimate, not a filed figure.

Is John Coles Contractors Ltd still trading?

Companies House lists John Coles Contractors Ltd as active, with accounts most recently made up to 2024-12-31.

What accreditations does John Coles Contractors Ltd hold?

John Coles Contractors Ltd displays Avetta Member, Coms safety scheme, CPA, SafeContractor, Construction Line silver member and Fleet operator recognition scheme on its website.

What sectors does John Coles Contractors Ltd work in?

John Coles Contractors Ltd works in Agricultural, Infrastructure, Commercial, Industrial and Residential.

When was John Coles Contractors Ltd established?

John Coles Contractors Ltd was incorporated on 2014-10-07, though the company says it has traded since 1963.

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