E P Barrus has opened a new 8000 sq ft tools distribution centre at its Bicester headquarters for dedicated storage of its WOLF-Garten and Wilkinson Sword brands. At the same time, Barrus has moved its main distribution facility for outdoor power and marine equipment from Bicester Garrison to the former RAF/USAF based at Upper Heyford. 

The opening of the new Tools Distribution Centre took place on 7 April in a ceremony hosted by Barrus Chairman Robert Glen and his family. His granddaughters, Gabriella Hart and Olivia Newall officially cut the ribbon in the presence of local MP, Sir Toby Baldry  and the High Sheriff of Oxfordshire.

Robert Muir, managing director of E P Barrus said that the new facility was only the first phase of a planned expansion programme as the company was preparing for a doubling of its present turnover “Already, sales are up 30% at our half year point compared with last year” he said