About Us

Dash (South West) Limited is a family owned business based in Redruth, Cornwall.

History

The company has roots in the newspaper industry dating back to 1925 when the late Percy Dale began retailing newspapers in the Cornish village of Chacewater. The retailing and home delivery business expanded during successive generations and the firm diversified into Sunday only wholesaling in an area which steadily increased in size during the 40's and 50's. During the early 1980’s the business expanded further, when Chris Dash won the first seven day a week newspaper distribution contract with News International.

Now in its 8th decade of family ownership, the company has a turnover in excess of £20m and serves an extensive customer base from three sites using over one hundred and fifty employed and sub-contracted staff.

 Current Activities

Dash currently operates in the following sectors:-

• Wholesale distribution of national and local newspapers
  

• Packing and distribution of free newspapers and leaflets
  

• Contract logistics
  

• General storage and transportation
  

• Ecommerce
  

• Retail

 If you would like to discuss your requirements,  please do not hesitate to contact us.