Subscription-based dog food firm Butternut Box to expand Doncaster site after £280m investment

The units, which were developed by national logistics developer Tritax Symmetry, will be used for the storage, fulfilment and distribution of Butternut Box's fresh dog food and treats.

David Nolan at Butternut Box said: “In 2020, we took the bold decision to move our entire operation in-house with the option of committing to future expansion. We’re excited to now be in a position to exercise that option.

“The 20-year lease and the regearing of the lease on our existing building demonstrates the confidence we have in Symmetry Park Doncaster as the best location for our business.”

The expansion follows Butternut Box’s recent announcement that it had received a £280 million investment from new investor General Atlantic and existing investor L Catterton.

Butternut Box’s decision to take unit three marks the final letting at Symmetry Park Doncaster and comes after B&Q signed up to a 430,000 sq ft design and build facility last March.

Speaking about the latest letting, Joseph Skinner, associate development director at Tritax Symmetry, said: “As an existing Tritax customer, we were pleased to further develop our relationship with Butternut Box and support its ongoing growth.”