About Robert Dyas

Our History

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Bought in July 2012 by former Dragons’ Den investor, Theo Paphitis, at Robert Dyas we have a long and fascinating history stemming back over 150 years.

In 1872, Robert Dyas emigrated from County Meath, Ireland, with just a £5 inheritance to his name and opened up his first ironmongery store. He was a man of notable character and remarkable determination with a vision to provide customers with the best products, service and advice possible – a tradition that continues to be the focus of Robert Dyas stores to this day.

In the following century, our stores expanded, stretching throughout London and the South East. During this time we were faced with many setbacks including World War One, the Wall Street Crash, and then losing 18 stores, our head office and warehouse in The Blitz. Then in 1997, disaster struck again as a fire obliterated our distribution centre and head offices just before Christmas. But none of this slowed us down, each time coming together as a team and returning stronger than ever. 

From the innovative to the everyday, you’ll find everything you need for your home and garden, from cleaning solutions and kitchen essentials to the latest DIY gadgets and gardening must-haves – all at great prices.

Our extensive selection of products range from some of the world’s most famous brands through to exciting new start-ups. The common factor between them all is that their products share our ethos for being innovative, practical and designed to last.

Robert Dyas Today

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We believe the success of Robert Dyas stems from our overarching philosophy of running our business as shopkeepers, not just shops. We provide customers with the service, advice and help you need every time you shop with us, so whatever you’re after, we’re here to help.

Shopping at Robert Dyas

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With 94 stores spread across the South of England, ranging from 1,250 to an impressive 9,000sq.ft, it won’t be hard to find just what you’re looking for right on your doorstep. Not only that, our website and range of delivery options mean you can shop 24 hours a day from anywhere in the UK. But no matter where you shop, you’ll always receive the best possible advice, help and inspiration, whether it’s from our helpful store colleagues, reviews on our blog or informative product pages.

Assisting the whole operation is our Retail Support Centre in Wimbledon, our Distribution Centre in Hemel and our Customer Support Centre in Crewe.

Doing Our Bit

We ensure we recycle everything we can and provide a place for our customers to recycle their used batteries, light bulbs, water filter cartridges and printer cartridges. What’s more, we stock an extensive range of FSC-certified products including garden furniture and barbecues, allowing our customers to shop ethically without compromising on price, style and quality.

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Head Office

For general business enquiries or to speak to a specific Robert Dyas employee, please contact us at Head Office:

By mail: 4th Floor, 1 St George’s Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 4DR

 

By email: enquiries@robertdyas.co.uk

For any enquires regarding our products and services or for orders that you have placed, please use our Frequently Asked Questions page to help you or contact our Customer Service team:

Customer Services: To contact our Customer Services team please click Contact Us

Theo Paphitis

Theo Paphitis is one of the UK’s most high profile businessmen with an empire spanning retail, property, finance and consumer goods. Learn more...

Press Enquiries

For all press enquiries please contact: jesslittlewood@robertdyas.co.uk.

Trading & Financial Statements

Trading & Financial Statements can be viewed on our News page

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